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Cheap flights from San José to Cancún from C$ 178

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CUN
17 Jun — 24 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun are usually found in October or May, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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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 12 June 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 327

One-way from

C$ 178

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 302

Good one-way deal

C$ 128 or less
Volaris
  • Volaris
  • 27/6-1/7
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 23m total
  • San José to Cancún
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Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 6/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 00m total
  • San José to Cancún
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (C$ 9 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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Price to beat on a one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun.
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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 12 June 2025.

Fri 27/612:23 p.m.SJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris
Tue 1/710:23 a.m.CUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris
Deal found 10/6C$ 327
Thu 12/64:45 p.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop18h 00mAvianca
Sun 15/62:10 p.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop10h 05mAvianca
Deal found 11/6C$ 342
Fri 27/612:23 p.m.SJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/72:15 p.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 345
Mon 1/95:52 p.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop15h 07mCopa Airlines
Fri 5/94:42 p.m.CUN - SJO
1 stop15h 53mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 346
Sun 2/112:00 p.m.SJO - CUN
2 stops23h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/1112:35 p.m.CUN - SJO
2 stops18h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6C$ 1,116
Sun 28/97:00 a.m.SJO - CUN
1 stop31h 00mAlaska Airlines
Thu 6/114:00 p.m.CUN - SJO
2 stops33h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 1,183

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San José

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Cancún

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/6

12:23 p.m.-3:39 p.m.

Nonstop2h 16m

Cancun

Tue 1/7

10:23 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Nonstop2h 07m

C$ 327

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 26/6

1:40 a.m.-5:20 p.m.

1 stop14h 40m

Cancun

Tue 1/7

2:15 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

1 stop10h 20m

C$ 342

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/6

12:23 p.m.-3:39 p.m.

Nonstop2h 16m

Cancun

Tue 1/7

2:15 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

1 stop10h 20m

C$ 345

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/9

5:52 p.m.-10:30 a.m.

1 stop15h 38m

Cancun

Sat 6/9

11:20 a.m.-4:52 p.m.

1 stop6h 32m

C$ 346

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/11

2:00 p.m.-2:10 p.m.

2 stops23h 10m

Cancun

Fri 7/11

12:35 p.m.-6:25 a.m.

2 stops18h 50m

C$ 1,116

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 28/9

7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

1 stop31h 00m

Cancun

Thu 6/11

4:00 p.m.-12:38 a.m.

2 stops33h 38m

C$ 1,183

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/9

4:45 p.m.-11:45 a.m.

1 stop18h 00m

C$ 178

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 31/7

6:07 p.m.-10:30 a.m.

1 stop15h 23m

C$ 185

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/9

5:00 p.m.-11:48 a.m.

2 stops17h 48m

C$ 205

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/12

2:26 a.m.-7:34 p.m.

2 stops40h 08m

C$ 644

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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 9 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Cancún is 32 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 12 June 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 39% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from San José, San José Province to Cancún

Explore weekly flight availability from San José to Cancún. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 June 2025.

The most flights from SJO to CUN are scheduled on a Wednesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cancún ranges from 29.0 - 282.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 282.0 mm. April is typically the driest time to visit Cancún when rainfall is around 29.0 mm.

Temperature in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cancún, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 30.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.0 C).

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 12 June 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,345 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,170 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 are 2 flights from Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancún per day from 1 airline.

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

    Within the past month, 8 users have taken a look at flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun.

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

    According to our current data, Volaris (C$ 327), Avianca (C$ 342), and Copa Airlines (C$ 346) offers the cheapest pricing from San José, San José Province to Cancún. Users have found that Volaris is 2% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Cancún one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Avianca, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 178. However, be on the lookout for offers from Copa Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San José, San José Province to Cancún for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Cancún?

    While on average a flight from San José, San José Province to Cancún is generally C$ 130, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 128. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Cancun), you can expect to pay C$ 448 for that flight.

  • 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$ 208AverageC$ 330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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