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C$ 238+ Cheap flights to San José

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 29/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
28 Nov — 5 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to San José in 2025

Find the latest flights to San José in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 629,999 searches and data was last updated on 29 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 388

One-way from

C$ 238

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

C$ 630

Good round-trip deal

C$ 511 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 245 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 29/11-19/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 40m total
  • Toronto to San José
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 29/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 55m total
  • Toronto to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (C$ 148 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 41 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to San José. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 October 2025.

Sat 29/117:05 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/125:00 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/10C$ 388
Wed 29/1012:45 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 08mLufthansa
Wed 5/118:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
2 stops13h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 28/10C$ 395
Sat 29/117:05 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/124:15 p.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 397
Wed 29/108:55 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop17h 20mAvianca
Tue 4/119:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop11h 50mAvianca
Deal found 27/10C$ 401
Wed 29/107:30 a.m.YYZ - SJO
2 stops14h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/1111:28 p.m.SJO - YYZ
2 stops15h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 405
Sat 8/116:10 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop15h 29mUnited Airlines
Tue 18/1112:35 p.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop9h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 407
Sat 1/116:10 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop15h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/118:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop12h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 411
Sat 29/117:05 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/128:05 p.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 414
Sun 9/116:10 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop15h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 22/1111:28 p.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop9h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 419
Sun 9/116:10 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop15h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/111:15 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop9h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10C$ 422
Sun 9/118:50 a.m.YTZ - SJO
2 stops15h 25mAir Canada
Mon 17/118:50 a.m.SJO - YTZ
1 stop11h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 26/10C$ 436
Tue 18/119:30 p.m.YTZ - SJO
1 stop27h 25mAir Transat
Wed 26/111:15 a.m.SJO - YTZ
1 stop29h 55mAir Transat
Deal found 28/10C$ 443

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 13/11

7:30 a.m.-8:39 p.m.

2 stops14h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 15/11

8:45 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops14h 14m

C$ 405

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 8/11

7:40 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops18h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 17/11

12:35 p.m.-10:37 p.m.

1 stop9h 02m

C$ 405

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 14/11

6:10 a.m.-8:39 p.m.

1 stop15h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 18/11

8:45 a.m.-10:37 p.m.

1 stop12h 52m

C$ 405

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 13/11

6:10 a.m.-8:39 p.m.

1 stop15h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 17/11

11:28 p.m.-9:36 a.m.

1 stop9h 08m

C$ 405

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 10/11

9:00 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops17h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 17/11

11:28 p.m.-4:02 p.m.

2 stops15h 34m

C$ 405

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 12/11

6:50 a.m.-7:53 p.m.

2 stops14h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 17/11

11:28 p.m.-4:02 p.m.

2 stops15h 34m

C$ 405

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 8/11

7:40 p.m.-12:42 p.m.

2 stops18h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 15/11

2:05 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop8h 54m

C$ 405

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 8/11

6:10 a.m.-8:39 p.m.

1 stop15h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 19/11

11:28 p.m.-9:36 a.m.

1 stop9h 08m

C$ 405

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 14/11

7:40 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops18h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 17/11

12:35 p.m.-10:37 p.m.

1 stop9h 02m

C$ 405

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 10/11

7:40 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

2 stops16h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 14/11

11:28 p.m.-9:36 a.m.

1 stop9h 08m

C$ 405

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Best time to book a flight to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight to San José

When is the best time to book a flight to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Toronto to San José. Price data was last updated on 24 October 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to San José?

On average, a flight from Toronto to San José takes 8 hours 3 minutes. Flights to San José from other popular cities in Canada will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to San José?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Toronto to San José. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to San José should consider flying on Sunday at noon, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to San José?

The most popular airlines flying from Toronto to San José are Avianca, Air Canada and Air Transat.

Air Canada
Air Canada
From C$ 387
Avianca
Avianca
From C$ 392
United Airlines
United Airlines
From C$ 432
Air Transat
Air Transat
From C$ 324

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to San José?

The cheapest airlines flying from Toronto to San José are American Airlines, Air Transat and Copa Airlines.

Rainfall in San José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated 29 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Transat,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Transat
7.8
Good
469 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - YUL

Easy, fast onboarding, very friendly staff. Seats were very narrow, OK for me but we were elbow to elbow with both neighbours of small size. The seat width should be indicated at the time of booking to prevent an uncomfortable situation with oversized travellers.
Air Transat
7.8
Good
469 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
469 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - YUL

Easy, fast onboarding, very friendly staff. Seats were very narrow, OK for me but we were elbow to elbow with both neighbours of small size. The seat width should be indicated at the time of booking to prevent an uncomfortable situation with oversized travellers.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
469 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - YUL

Easy, fast onboarding, very friendly staff. Seats were very narrow, OK for me but we were elbow to elbow with both neighbours of small size. The seat width should be indicated at the time of booking to prevent an uncomfortable situation with oversized travellers.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
469 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - YUL

Easy, fast onboarding, very friendly staff. Seats were very narrow, OK for me but we were elbow to elbow with both neighbours of small size. The seat width should be indicated at the time of booking to prevent an uncomfortable situation with oversized travellers.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,372 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
469 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - YUL

Easy, fast onboarding, very friendly staff. Seats were very narrow, OK for me but we were elbow to elbow with both neighbours of small size. The seat width should be indicated at the time of booking to prevent an uncomfortable situation with oversized travellers.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,467 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
469 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - YUL

Easy, fast onboarding, very friendly staff. Seats were very narrow, OK for me but we were elbow to elbow with both neighbours of small size. The seat width should be indicated at the time of booking to prevent an uncomfortable situation with oversized travellers.

FAQs about flying to San José

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 14.1 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to San José.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to San José if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to San José on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to San José?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to San José.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in San José?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in San José. One-way flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl typically cost C$ 128, while round-trip flights cost around C$ 186.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to San José?

    A round-trip flight to San José will typically cost around C$ 190, however they can be found for as little as C$ 186.

  • Where does the fastest flight to San José depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to San José, Toronto offers the quickest one-way flight (5 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at San José Juan Santamaria Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

    Yes. San José Juan Santamaria Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Around Juan Santa María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0.0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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