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Cheap flights from San José to Cancún from C$ 150

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CUN
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun are usually found in May or June, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Cancún (CUN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 11 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 367

One-way from

C$ 150

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 306
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 27/9-1/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 50m total
  • San José to Cancún
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Volaris
  • Volaris
  • 10/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 16m total
  • San José to Cancún
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (C$ 1 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San José to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 September 2025.

Wed 17/91:55 a.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop14h 25mAvianca
Thu 25/92:15 p.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop5h 30mAvianca
Deal found 11/9C$ 367
Fri 17/108:49 a.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop12h 09mCopa Airlines
Wed 22/1011:29 a.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop8h 29mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/9C$ 382
Thu 6/114:08 a.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop5h 04mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/116:59 a.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop13h 02mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/9C$ 396
Mon 22/125:53 p.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop15h 19mCopa Airlines
Mon 29/127:00 a.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop7h 53mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/9C$ 412
Sun 7/121:45 a.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop14h 40mAvianca
Mon 15/123:40 p.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 10/9C$ 414
Mon 22/125:53 p.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop15h 19mCopa Airlines
Sat 27/124:41 p.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop15h 29mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/9C$ 425
Sun 21/96:09 p.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop14h 50mCopa Airlines
Sun 28/94:42 p.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop15h 45mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/9C$ 442
Sun 14/96:09 p.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop15h 34mCopa Airlines
Sat 20/94:42 p.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop15h 45mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/9C$ 450
Fri 10/101:55 a.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop14h 25mAvianca
Sat 18/102:15 p.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop5h 30mAvianca
Deal found 11/9C$ 456
Sat 20/126:07 p.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop15h 42mCopa Airlines
Wed 24/124:41 p.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop15h 29mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/9C$ 457
Mon 22/125:53 p.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop15h 19mCopa Airlines
Sun 28/121:59 p.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop9h 07mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/9C$ 466

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San José

Fly to

Cancún

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 18/12

11:00 a.m.-10:04 p.m.

1 stop10h 04m

Cancun

Wed 24/12

4:41 p.m.-7:16 a.m.

1 stop15h 35m

C$ 382

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 24/10

5:55 p.m.-10:43 a.m.

1 stop15h 48m

Cancun

Fri 14/11

11:19 a.m.-7:01 p.m.

1 stop8h 42m

C$ 382

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 14/12

5:53 p.m.-10:49 a.m.

1 stop15h 56m

Cancun

Thu 18/12

7:00 a.m.-1:53 p.m.

1 stop7h 53m

C$ 382

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 18/10

10:08 a.m.-9:58 p.m.

1 stop10h 50m

Cancun

Sat 25/10

7:00 a.m.-1:54 p.m.

1 stop7h 54m

C$ 382

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 26/10

8:49 a.m.-9:57 p.m.

1 stop12h 08m

Cancun

Wed 29/10

11:34 a.m.-4:37 p.m.

1 stop6h 03m

C$ 382

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 17/10

10:08 a.m.-9:58 p.m.

1 stop10h 50m

Cancun

Thu 23/10

11:20 a.m.-4:34 p.m.

1 stop6h 14m

C$ 382

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 23/9

10:05 a.m.-9:58 p.m.

1 stop10h 53m

Cancun

Fri 26/9

7:00 a.m.-1:54 p.m.

1 stop7h 54m

C$ 382

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/10

10:08 a.m.-9:58 p.m.

1 stop10h 50m

Cancun

Fri 10/10

7:00 a.m.-1:54 p.m.

1 stop7h 54m

C$ 382

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 25/9

8:11 a.m.-3:32 p.m.

1 stop6h 21m

Cancun

Mon 29/9

7:00 a.m.-1:54 p.m.

1 stop7h 54m

C$ 382

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 24/9

8:49 a.m.-9:58 p.m.

1 stop12h 09m

Cancun

Sat 27/9

4:42 p.m.-7:27 a.m.

1 stop15h 45m

C$ 382

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Cancún

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Cancún

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Cancún. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Cancún is 33 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cancún?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cancún (average of C$ 298). Flying from San José, San José Province to Cancún in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 464). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 September 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San José, San José Province to Cancún in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cancún. Reviews last updated 11 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Volaris from San José to Cancún have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,155 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Comfort

6.4

Food

5.3

Boarding

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tania,Jul 2025

OAX - MEX

They don’t even offer you water, we paid $300 usd from Oaxaca to PV and you have to pay for water, and tv entertainment. Seats are super small that a regular size person won’t fit comfortably.
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,155 reviews
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,155 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Comfort

6.4

Food

5.3

Boarding

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tania,Jul 2025

OAX - MEX

They don’t even offer you water, we paid $300 usd from Oaxaca to PV and you have to pay for water, and tv entertainment. Seats are super small that a regular size person won’t fit comfortably.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to Cancún?

    If you book a flight from San José to Cancún, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun. Flights to Cancun (CUN) from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) take 2h 16m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancún per day from 2 airlines.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Cancún flight route?

    Within the past month, 4 users have taken a look at flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun.

  • How long is the flight from San José, San José Province to Cancún?

    There are many flights that can get you from San José, San José Province to Cancún in 15h 48m. Fly via Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between San José, San José Province and Cancún is about 1260 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Cancún round-trip?

    According to our current data, Volaris (C$ 269), and Volaris Costa Rica (C$ 344) offers the cheapest pricing from San José, San José Province to Cancún. Users have found that Volaris is 22% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Cancún that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Cancún flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Cancún?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Cancún.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Cancún?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Cancún by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cancún?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cancún (average of C$ 298). Flying from San José, San José Province to Cancún in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 464). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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VolarisCheapestC$ 269AverageC$ 336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Volaris Costa RicaCheapestC$ 344AverageC$ 381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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