MAA - SJO

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Cheapest return flight
₹ 132,113
Typical prices: ₹ 134,895-₹ 148,182
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Sun 14/10Sun 21/10
MAA - SJO • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 79,210
Typical prices: ₹ 90,086-₹ 106,486
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Thu 15/2
MAA - SJO • 2 stops
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There are currently no direct flights between Chennai and San José. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to San José (MAA-SJO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chennai to San José

Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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16:20 - 22:00MAA  Chennai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
41h 10m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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07:10 - 18:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MAA Chennai
48h 00m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
₹ 132,113Multiple Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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19:00 - 16:10MAA  Chennai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 40m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
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18:20 - 10:35SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MAA Chennai
28h 45m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
₹ 151,150Air France
Wed, 14 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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04:05 - 23:40MAA  Chennai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 05m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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07:10 - 15:10SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MAA Chennai
44h 30m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
₹ 162,439Multiple Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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09:25 - 08:50MAA  Chennai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 55m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl London Heathrow Bogotá El Dorado
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17:15 - 16:05SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MAA Chennai
35h 20m3 stops Bogotá El Dorado London Heathrow Bengaluru Intl
₹ 177,745Multiple Airlines
Tue, 13 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
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01:55 - 08:30MAA  Chennai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
42h 05m3 stops Frankfurt am Main New York John F Kennedy Intl Guatemala City La Aurora
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16:35 - 02:50SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MAA Chennai
46h 45m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
₹ 198,026Multiple Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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09:55 - 08:35MAA  Chennai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
58h 10m3 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl Guatemala City La Aurora
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17:00 - 08:50SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MAA Chennai
28h 20m2 stops Zurich New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
₹ 202,235Multiple Airlines
Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov
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07:35 - 16:40MAA  Chennai-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
44h 35m1 stop London Heathrow
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17:00 - 08:50SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MAA Chennai
28h 20m2 stops Zurich New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
₹ 207,975Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Chennai to San José flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Chennai to San José?

Air France (₹ 151,150) offered the cheapest return ticket from Chennai to San José in the last 5 days.

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When to book flights from Chennai to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chennai to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chennai to San José flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to San José?

    Flights from Chennai to San José usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to San José pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Chennai to San José pass through Frankfurt am Main (FRA), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to San José?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 9% on the Chennai to San José route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 134,887 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at ₹ 148,185, a difference of ₹ 13,297. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in San José?

    Costa Rican Center of Science and Culture is one of the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Chennai to San José?

    A direct flight from Chennai to San José takes 0h 00m, covering 27,230 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to San José?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Chennai to San José changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about ₹ 132,113 to ₹ 207,975. That means the highest observed fare was about 57% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chennai to San José looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chennai to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 129,654, which is 21% above the typical average for this route.

  • What is the time difference between Chennai and San José?

    San José is 11 hours behind Chennai (Central Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around ₹ 102 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • Priceless
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Payless

Your guide to booking Chennai to San José flights

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  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average ₹ 134,887 – about ₹ 13,297 less than Tuesday (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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