Cheap flights from Kharkiv to San José from £607

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Due to the war in Ukraine, we currently can’t offer itineraries from Kharkiv to San José. You can check out our flight options to nearby cities.

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2 stops
Thu, Aug 6
Iași IASSan José SJO
£607
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3 stops
Thu, Aug 6
Iași IASSan José SJO
£654
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3 stops
Thu, Aug 6
Iași IASSan José SJO
£662
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3 stops
Wed, Aug 5
Iași IASSan José SJO
£684
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3 stops
Wed, Aug 5
Iași IASSan José SJO
£697
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3 stops
Wed, Aug 5
Iași IASSan José SJO
£710
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2 stops
Thu, Aug 6 – Thu, Aug 13
Iași IASSan José SJO
£1,082
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2 stops
Thu, Aug 6 – Tue, Aug 11
Iași IASSan José SJO
£1,113
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2 stops
Thu, Aug 6 – Wed, Aug 12
Iași IASSan José SJO
£1,125
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2 stops
Thu, Aug 6 – Mon, Aug 10
Iași IASSan José SJO
£1,141
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2 stops
Thu, Aug 6 – Thu, Aug 13
Iași IASSan José SJO
£1,146
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Thu, Aug 6 – Tue, Aug 11
Iași IASSan José SJO
£1,158
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How much do flights to San José cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£607

Cheapest nonstop round-trip

£717

Cheapest round-trip

£1,082

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

Most popular airline

Turkish Airlines

Getting from San José's airport to the city center

The fastest option is taxi or ride-hailing, while budget travelers often choose public buses.

San José, the capital of Costa Rica, is served by Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), located approximately 17 km northwest of the city center. This is the country's main international gateway, handling the majority of international flights. For travelers seeking airport transfers to city center destinations, options include official airport taxis, ride-hailing services, public buses, shared shuttles, private transfers, and rental cars. Journey times vary depending on traffic conditions, which can be heavy during rush hours on the main highway connecting the airport to downtown San José.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

20-45 min

₡15,000 – ₡25,000; CRC 15,000–25,000 (~$28–47 USD); fixed zone rates

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

20-45 min

₡8,000 – ₡18,000; CRC 8,000–18,000 (~$15–34 USD); surge pricing applies

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based booking

30-60 min

CRC 700–900 (~$1.30–1.70 USD)

every 10–15 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

30-60 min

₡10,000 – ₡15,000; CRC 10,000–15,000 (~$19–28 USD); per person

scheduled departures (traffic dependent)

solo travelers on budget

20-45 min

₡25,000 – ₡45,000; CRC 25,000–45,000 (~$47–85 USD); pre-booked

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and families

20-45 min

₡20,000 – ₡50,000; CRC 20,000–50,000 (~$38–95 USD); per day

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility and onward travel

Notes:

  • Prices in CRC (Costa Rican Colón); table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Official orange airport taxis operate with fixed zone-based rates and are the only taxis authorized to pick up at the terminal.
  • Ride-hailing apps like Uber and DiDi operate in Costa Rica; pickup is from designated areas outside the terminal.
  • Public buses (TUASA) depart from outside the terminal and stop at Alajuela and San José city center.
  • Traffic on the General Cañas Highway can significantly increase travel times during rush hours (7–9 AM and 5–7 PM).
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to San José

Depart from
Kharkiv International
Arrive to
Juan Santamaría International
Average flights per week
242
Flight distance
Worth visiting
Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio

Check-in for a flight from Kharkiv to San José

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
Turkish AirlinesTHYTKNo
AviancaAVAAVNo
Wizz AirWZZW6No
Ukraine International AirlinesAUIPSYes
KLM Royal Dutch AirlinesKLMKLNo

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in San José

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January24°C14°C
February26°C14°C
March27°C15°C
April26°C16°C
May25°C16°C
June23°C16°C
July24°C16°C
August24°C15°C
September24°C15°C
October23°C15°C
November23°C15°C
December23°C14°C
Hottest Month
27°C
March
Coldest month
14°C
January
Sunny days
176
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
11 Jul
89%
26°C18°C
18 Jul
84%
25°C17°C
Sunday
12 Jul
90%
22°C15°C
19 Jul
88%
24°C16°C
Monday
13 Jul
87%
25°C14°C
20 Jul
78%
24°C14°C
Tuesday
14 Jul
90%
24°C17°C
21 Jul
86%
23°C14°C
Wednesday
15 Jul
89%
25°C17°C
22 Jul
89%
20°C16°C
Thursday
16 Jul
89%
25°C17°C
23 Jul
77%
23°C15°C
Friday
17 Jul
89%
25°C16°C
24 Jul
84%
23°C14°C
Travelers usually depart from Kharkiv International, Kharkiv Train Station, Kharkiv Bus Station, Kharkiv - Sportyvna, or Kharkiv - Second Bus Station when they travel from Kharkiv to San José. Book your trip to arrive at Juan Santamaría International, San José Bus Stop, or San José - Tralapa. The most popular airlines for this route are Turkish Airlines, Avianca, Wizz Air, Ukraine International Airlines, and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. Kharkiv and San José have 242 direct flights per week. When you arrive at San José, consider visiting Bosque Nuboso Monteverde, and Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio.

Frequently asked questions

What airports are near San José?
The main airport in San José is Juan Santamaría International. It is also served by Daniel Oduber Quirós International, Quepos La Managua, Limón International, Tortuguero, Fortuna Arenal.
Which airlines fly between Kharkiv and San José?
Currently, you can fly between Kharkiv and San José with Turkish Airlines, Avianca, Wizz Air, Ukraine International Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between Kharkiv and San José?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Kharkiv and San José, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Kharkiv and San José?
Traveling between Kharkiv and San José, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near San José?
There are a number of airports in and around San José. The main one is Juan Santamaría International and other nearby airports include Daniel Oduber Quirós International, Quepos La Managua, Limón International, Tortuguero, Fortuna Arenal.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Kharkiv and San José depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Kharkiv, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Kharkiv and San José arrive?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at San José, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.
What time do flights between Kharkiv and San José depart?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred departure time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to depart from Kharkiv, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for departure.
What time do flights between Kharkiv and San José arrive?
This depends on the airline’s flight schedule. You can easily select your preferred arrival time when you search on our website or mobile app. Choose the time of day you wish to arrive at San José, such as morning, afternoon, evening, or night, or select the exact hours for arrival.

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