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Cheapest return flight
฿37,900
Typical prices: ฿19,751-฿46,278
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Thu 1/11Sat 10/11
SJO - BKK • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
฿20,894
Typical prices: ฿21,113-฿35,972
Multiple Airlines
Thu 22/11
SJO - BKK • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San José and Bangkok. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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SJO - BKK
Cheapest • 40% average savings
SJO - DMK
Most popular
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When to book
20 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 50% price drop
May
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Madrid Barajas (MAD)
Cheapest • Avg ฿21,431 (return)
Zurich (ZRH)
Shortest trip • 33h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Bangkok (SJO-BKK)

 
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Recent return flight deals from San José to Bangkok

Sun 1 Nov - Tue 10 Nov
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01:46 - 01:25SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
34h 39m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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02:15 - 23:15BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 00m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Guatemala City La Aurora
฿37,900Multiple Airlines
Mon 18 Jan - Tue 2 Feb
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01:23 - 23:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
33h 17m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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12:45 - 23:25BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
47h 40m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles
฿38,130Multiple Airlines
Mon 25 Jan - Sun 7 Feb
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01:23 - 10:45SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
44h 22m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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16:05 - 23:25BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
44h 20m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles
฿38,295Multiple Airlines
Wed 3 Mar - Wed 10 Mar
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05:35 - 11:30SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
40h 55m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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17:15 - 23:57BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
43h 42m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles
฿38,427Multiple Airlines
Mon 18 Jan - Mon 1 Feb
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01:23 - 10:45SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
44h 22m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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02:15 - 23:15BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 00m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Guatemala City La Aurora
฿38,658Multiple Airlines
Sun 8 Nov - Thu 12 Nov
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01:46 - 11:30SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
44h 44m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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17:15 - 23:05BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
42h 50m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles
฿38,691Multiple Airlines
Mon 18 Jan - Tue 26 Jan
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01:23 - 10:45SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
44h 22m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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17:15 - 23:25BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
43h 10m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles
฿38,987Multiple Airlines
Sun 1 Nov - Wed 11 Nov
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01:46 - 23:40SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
32h 54m2 stops Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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17:15 - 23:05BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
66h 50m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles
฿39,086Multiple Airlines
Mon 2 Nov - Tue 10 Nov
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05:35 - 12:50SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
42h 15m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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02:15 - 23:15BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 00m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Guatemala City La Aurora
฿39,119Multiple Airlines
Mon 1 Feb - Sun 28 Feb
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05:35 - 11:10SJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-BKK Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
40h 35m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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02:15 - 23:15BKK  Bangkok Suvarnabhumi-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 00m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles Guatemala City La Aurora
฿39,185Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for San José to Bangkok flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San José to Bangkok with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Bangkok?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Bangkok and is 50% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 23% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Bangkok?

  • June is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Bangkok at ฿19,115 return.
  • December (฿57,706) and January (฿48,676) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 201% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San José to Bangkok the cheapest?

Flights from San José to Bangkok are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San José to Bangkok flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

฿20,894
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 10% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (18% more expensive on average)
Flights from San José to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

When to book flights from San José to Bangkok

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

    Flights from San José to Bangkok usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and may arrive at several airports in Bangkok area, including Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from San José to Bangkok?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from San José to Bangkok.

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

    One-stop flights from San José to Bangkok most commonly connect through:

    • Madrid Barajas (MAD) – 95% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 2% of one-stop connections
    • Zurich (ZRH) – 2% of one-stop connections
    • Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – 1% of one-stop connections

    Madrid Barajas (MAD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 59% on the San José to Bangkok route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ฿19,246 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ฿46,930, a difference of ฿27,683. 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 Bangkok?

    Some of the most popular sights in Bangkok are Victory Monument, Thammasat University, and Centralworld. These are among the most viewed places in Bangkok on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute San José to Bangkok flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 36% above the route average of ฿37,954. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from San José to Bangkok takes 0h 00m, covering 27,859 km.

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

    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.

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

    One-way fares from San José to Bangkok are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ฿22,071, which is 17% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from San José to Bangkok?

    Flying via Zurich (ZRH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 33h 14m, compared to 33h 47m via Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) and 33h 55m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).

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

    Bangkok is 13 hours ahead of San José (Indochina Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Bangkok?

    Since Bangkok is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) – daily rates from around ฿442:

    • Drive Car Rental
    • Alamo
    • Sixt
    • Yesaway
    • Hertz

    Near Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport (DMK) – daily rates from around ฿223:

    • Drive Car Rental
    • Alamo
    • THAIRENTACAR
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Chic Car Rent

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San José to Bangkok flight?

    Return flights from San José to Bangkok range from ฿19,751 to ฿46,278, with an average of ฿37,954 over the past 12 months. Anything below ฿19,751 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San José to Bangkok flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average ฿19,246 – about ฿27,683 less than Sunday (59% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Bangkok trip for June. Fares historically average ฿19,115 return in that month – typically ฿38,592 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

    · Regency Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airpor
    · Siam Mandarina Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel (Free Shuttle)
    · Suvarnabhumi Ville Airport Hotel

    Near Bangkok Don Mueang Intl Airport

    · Amari Don Muang Airport Bangkok
    · The Royal Bee Apart Hotel

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