$168 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to São Paulo (GRU)

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Cheap Flights from San José to São Paulo (SJO-GRU)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $168 for one-way flights and $312 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

GOL Linhas Aereas S.A.
Tue, May 6 - Sat, May 17
SJO
San José
GRU
Sao Paulo
$312 Roundtrip, just found
$312
Roundtrip
just found
Select GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. flight, departing Tue, May 6 from San José to Sao Paulo, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $312 just found
GOL Linhas Aereas S.A.
Sat, Jul 19 - Thu, Aug 7
SJO
San José
GRU
Sao Paulo
$325 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$325
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. flight, departing Sat, Jul 19 from San José to Sao Paulo, returning Thu, Aug 7, priced at $325 found 1 day ago
GOL Linhas Aereas S.A.
Tue, May 6 - Sat, May 31
SJO
San José
GRU
Sao Paulo
$333 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. flight, departing Tue, May 6 from San José to Sao Paulo, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $333 found 1 day ago
GOL Linhas Aereas S.A.
Sat, Jul 19 - Thu, Jul 31
SJO
San José
GRU
Sao Paulo
$334 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$334
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. flight, departing Sat, Jul 19 from San José to Sao Paulo, returning Thu, Jul 31, priced at $334 found 1 day ago
GOL Linhas Aereas S.A.
Tue, May 13 - Sat, May 24
SJO
San José
GRU
Sao Paulo
$340 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$340
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. flight, departing Tue, May 13 from San José to Sao Paulo, returning Sat, May 24, priced at $340 found 20 hours ago
GOL Linhas Aereas S.A.
Sat, May 24 - Sat, May 31
SJO
San José
GRU
Sao Paulo
$341 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$341
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. flight, departing Sat, May 24 from San José to Sao Paulo, returning Sat, May 31, priced at $341 found 20 hours ago
Copa
Wed, May 7 - Thu, May 15
SJO
San José
GRU
Sao Paulo
$352 Roundtrip, just found
$352
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Wed, May 7 from San José to Sao Paulo, returning Thu, May 15, priced at $352 just found
avianca
Thu, May 8 - Tue, Jun 3
SJO
San José
GRU
Sao Paulo
$378 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$378
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select avianca flight, departing Thu, May 8 from San José to Sao Paulo, returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $378 found 1 day ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Fri, May 2 - Wed, May 7
SJO
San José
GRU
Sao Paulo
$535 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$535
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Fri, May 2 from San José to Sao Paulo, returning Wed, May 7, priced at $535 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Tue, Nov 4
SJO
San José
GRU
Sao Paulo
$1,404 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$1,404
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from San José to Sao Paulo, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $1,404 found 19 hours ago
Flights from San José (SJO) to São Paulo (GRU)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Guarulhos - Governor André Franco Montoro Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Copa, Delta, GOL Linhas Aereas S.A., LATAM Airlines Group, United, avianca
Roundtrip price
$312
Distance
3439 mi

San José to São Paulo Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to São Paulo

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San José to São Paulo are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San José to São Paulo with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from San José to São Paulo

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to São Paulo: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San José to São Paulo

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San José to São Paulo in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $168 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San José to São Paulo flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San José to São Paulo airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) cost?
Grab cheap return tickets starting from $331 from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a GOL Linhas Aereas S.A. flight leaving SJO on May 15 2025 and touching down at GRU. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SJO to GRU?
The cheapest flights from SJO to GRU are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU)?
You can fly nonstop from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) on a Gol flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SJO to GRU?
Fly from SJO to GRU with GOL Linhas Aereas S.A.. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting from $178. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SJO on May 20 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU)?
On average, you can take your pick of 3 nonstop flights taking off from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) per week. If you can’t find one that fits your schedule, think about hopping on a flight that includes a layover. Filter your search on Expedia to include one or more stops and choose the next best alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU)?
More travelers fly between SJO and GRU at 8 PM than at any other time. Prefer a quieter experience? Try choosing a quieter departure window and it’s possible you’ll save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to GRU?
Thursday offers the most flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU). Consider traveling on this day and you’ll have a greater chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU)?
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)’s first flight to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) is at approximately 8:40PM UTC-6. With a total travel time of 7h 35m, you’ll land at around 7:15AM UTC-3.
How long does it take to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU)?
It takes around 7 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 3,400 mi from SJO to GRU.
What is the best time to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU)?
To touch down at Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) on time, pick a flight that leaves from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Sao Paulo from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
If you’re on a direct flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Sao Paulo, Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SJO to GRU are typically more expensive. For the best rates, start searching for flights ahead of time. That being said, if you’re flexible with your travel dates, it’s possible to score a cheap ticket right before your trip.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to GRU flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SJO to GRU flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What’s more, managing everything in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Simply secure your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guarulhos - Governor Andre Franco Montoro Intl. Airport (GRU)?
If you booked your SJO to GRU flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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