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Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:23:55

San José (SJO) to Miami (MIA) Flights

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SJO········· ·········MIA
Juan Santamaría International AirportMiami International Airport
Distance
1,116 miles
Flight time
3h 5m
Time difference
MIA is 2h ahead
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Flights from San José to Miami

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from SJO to MIA on 2026-11-04
07:00SJOCST UTC−62h 50m
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10:50MIAEST UTC−5$284.00One-way
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14:01SJOCST UTC−63h 4m
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Nonstop
18:05MIAEST UTC−5$319.00One-way
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15:54SJOCST UTC−63h 11m
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20:05MIAEST UTC−5$319.00One-way
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Flight route map

San José (SJO) to Miami (MIA) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from San José (SJO), Alajuela Province, to Miami (MIA), Florida, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 1,116 miles.

Departure
Juan Santamaría International Airport · Alajuela Province, Costa Rica · 9° 59' 38" N 84° 12' 32" W
Flight route
1,116 miles · 3h 5m
Direction
12.72° (NNE)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 17.90472, longitude -82.33712, approximately 560.79 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
1,121.6 miles
Driving route
1,268 miles · 25 hr 31 min
Time difference
MIA is 2h ahead
Destination
Miami International Airport · Florida, United States · 25° 47' 46" N 80° 17' 23" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
1,116 miles
Average flight time
3h 5m
Time difference
MIA is 2h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from San José to Miami is 12.72°, and the compass direction is NNE.

Airport information

Juan Santamaría International Airport

Juan Santamaría International Airport
San José, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica
9° 59' 38" N, 84° 12' 32" W
Elevation: 3,021 ft (921 m)
Time zone: CST UTC−6
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What's the weather like in San José and Miami?

Temperature unit:

SJO · San José

80°FSunnyFeels like 88°F
Humidity
63%
Wind
4 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

MIA · Miami

81°FPartly cloudyFeels like 88°F
Humidity
78%
Wind
8 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2883°F | 74°FLight drizzle
Thu, Oct 2984°F | 73°FViolent rain showers
Fri, Oct 3085°F | 75°FViolent rain showers
Sat, Oct 3186°F | 80°FSlight rain showers
Sun, Nov 186°F | 79°FSlight rain showers

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Everything you need to know for your flight from San José to Miami

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for Costa Rica to United States (CR-US). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Feb is lowest at USD 205. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 264, the difference is USD 59. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

If you can change departure dates, the price calendar shows a reference fare of USD 239 on 2026-11-17, USD 45 below the selected date. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 284 on 2026-11-04 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.