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Cheap flights from Canada to San José from C$ 252

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYZ — SJO
7 Jun — 14 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Canada to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canada to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 May 2026.

Mon 15/68:40 a.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
1 stop15h 25m
Air Transat
Mon 29/611:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
1 stop16h 15m
Air Transat
Deal found 5/5C$ 484
Mon 1/610:55 a.m.
YTZ
-
SJO
1 stop13h 10m
Air Transat
Mon 8/611:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YTZ
1 stop12h 50m
Air Transat
Deal found 7/5C$ 488
Mon 18/58:40 a.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
1 stop15h 25m
Air Transat
Mon 25/511:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
1 stop20h 35m
Air Transat
Deal found 4/5C$ 498
Mon 25/56:00 a.m.
YOW
-
SJO
2 stops30h 11m
United Airlines
Fri 29/511:13 a.m.
SJO
-
YOW
2 stops20h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5C$ 499
Mon 25/56:10 a.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
1 stop18h 29m
United Airlines
Tue 2/61:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
2 stops18h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5C$ 499
Wed 6/56:00 a.m.
YOW
-
SJO
2 stops15h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 23/512:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YOW
2 stops21h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5C$ 500
Sat 30/511:00 a.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
2 stops25h 11m
United Airlines
Fri 5/612:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
2 stops18h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5C$ 500
Fri 8/56:25 a.m.
YOW
-
SJO
1 stop31h 30m
United Airlines
Sat 16/57:55 a.m.
SJO
-
YOW
2 stops24h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/5C$ 502
Wed 6/57:00 a.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
2 stops14h 37m
United Airlines
Fri 15/57:55 a.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
2 stops31h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/5C$ 502
Mon 15/68:25 a.m.
YTZ
-
SJO
1 stop15h 40m
Air Transat
Mon 22/611:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YTZ
1 stop10h 35m
Air Transat
Deal found 6/5C$ 505
Fri 8/56:10 a.m.
YUL
-
SJO
1 stop31h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 11/51:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YUL
2 stops30h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/5C$ 511
Wed 2/124:55 p.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
Nonstop5h 30m
Porter Airlines
Sun 6/1211:55 p.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
Nonstop5h 15m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 6/5C$ 511

Find flight deals from Canada to San José

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Canada to San José flight deals. Data was last updated 8 May 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 484

One-way from

C$ 252

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

C$ 604

Good round-trip deal

C$ 595 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 289 or less
Air Transat
  • Air Transat
  • 15/6-29/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 40m total
  • Canada to San José
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Air Transat
  • Air Transat
  • 1/6
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 45m total
  • Canada to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (C$ 146 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 45 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Canada to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 30/5

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

1 stop18h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/6

12:30 a.m.-8:44 p.m.

2 stops18h 14m

C$ 500

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 20/5

8:35 a.m.-8:21 a.m.

1 stop25h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 27/5

8:47 a.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop13h 53m

C$ 514

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Tue 26/5

6:00 a.m.-10:39 p.m.

2 stops18h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/6

12:30 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops21h 24m

C$ 518

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 13/6

3:58 p.m.-9:06 a.m.

1 stop19h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 26/6

4:10 a.m.-1:13 a.m.

1 stop19h 03m

C$ 521

HalifaxSan José

YHZ - SJO

YHZSJO

Halifax Intl

Mon 1/6

4:50 p.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops29h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/6

11:13 a.m.-11:46 a.m.

2 stops45h 33m

C$ 535

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 18/5

8:35 a.m.-8:21 a.m.

1 stop25h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 28/5

5:50 a.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop16h 50m

C$ 540

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Tue 9/6

6:00 a.m.-10:11 a.m.

2 stops30h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 18/6

7:55 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops37h 59m

C$ 540

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 30/5

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

1 stop18h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/6

11:13 a.m.-9:54 a.m.

2 stops20h 41m

C$ 540

Québec CitySan José

YQB - SJO

YQBSJO

Québec City

Sat 23/5

6:00 p.m.-10:39 p.m.

2 stops30h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/6

7:55 a.m.-3:18 p.m.

2 stops29h 23m

C$ 540

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 25/5

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

1 stop18h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 27/5

12:30 a.m.-5:56 p.m.

2 stops15h 26m

C$ 541

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Best time to book a flight from Canada to San José

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Canada to San José?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Canada to San José, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Canada to San José?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canada to San José (average of C$ 623). Flying from Canada to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,017). 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 CA to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Canada to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 May 2026.

When flying from Canada to San José, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from Canada to San José delayed?

About 29% of weekly flights between Canada and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 162 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Canada to San José flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Canada to San José flights?

Over the past year, Air Transat has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.

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 8 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Transat,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Canada to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Transat
7.8
Good
548 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Air Transat
7.8
Good
548 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
548 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,582 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
548 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,694 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
548 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,002 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
548 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,523 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
548 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    For a flight from Canada to San José, you will be flying into Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 14.1 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Canada to San José?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Copa Airlines, and Air Canada fly from Canada to San José in about 9h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 16h 46m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4595 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Canada to San José one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 214 on Air Transat. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from C$ 221 and United Airlines from C$ 223 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Canada to San José?

    When deciding which route to take from Canada to San José consider Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, Toronto Pearson Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or Vancouver Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Canada to San José?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 592 for a flight from Canada to San José. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 242 while the most popular route, (Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at C$ 496.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Canada to San José 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 Canada to San José?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canada to San José (average of C$ 623). Flying from Canada to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,017). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Canada to San José

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Canada to San José. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapestC$ 208AverageC$ 770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 261AverageC$ 933FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 263AverageC$ 1,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 285AverageC$ 777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 298AverageC$ 714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 349AverageC$ 621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 552AverageC$ 919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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