Flights from Wellington (WLG) to San José (SJO)

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Cheapest Flights from Wellington (WLG) to San José (SJO)

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Wellington to San José Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Wellington (WLG) to San José (SJO)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Wellington to San José flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top WLG to SJO routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

to Information

Traveling From
Wellington Intl.
Origin Airport
Origin Airport IATA Code
WLG
Traveling To
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination Airport
Destination Airport IATA Code
SJO
Number of Airlines Serving
Average Flight Time
hours mins
Direct Flight Time
hours mins
Flight Price
NZ$2,278
Address:
San Jose ,
Costa Rica
IATA code:
SJO
Longitude:
-84.20408
Latitude:
9.998238
Time zone:
America/Costa_Rica
Address:
Wellington ,
New Zealand
IATA code:
WLG
Longitude:
174.812163
Latitude:
-41.329036
Time zone:
Pacific/Auckland

Wellington to San José Flight Deals from NZ$2,278

Considering a quick trip to San José, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from WLG to SJO. With heaps of cheap fares from Wellington, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to San José from Wellington  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to San José from Wellington from 10 different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to San José in just hour(s) and mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to San José from Wellington 

Choose from flights a day on average, with prices starting at NZ$2,278 and rising to NZ$2,488 depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Wellington to San José today!  

Find cheap airfares to San José from Wellington 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Wellington and San José
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in April)
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Wellington to San José

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is NZ$308 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
NZ$308
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,463 reviews)
Correction and very friendly staff at check in

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG

3 out of 5
1 Km E from Juan SantaMaria Airport Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is NZ$336 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$336
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,590 reviews)
Shuttle was easy to get both going and coming....every 15 minutes. Room was clean, staff was very helpful. Appreciate the buffet breakfast.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport by IHG
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich, Alajuela
The price is NZ$322 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
NZ$322
12 Feb - 13 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,321 reviews)
Clean, great breakfast included.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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