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Cheap flights from Canada to San José from C$ 281

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 28/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYZ — SJO
7 Sep — 14 Sep1
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 August 2026.

Sun 22/1110:05 a.m. -
2 stops14h 35m
Sun 6/125:00 a.m. -
2 stops12h 45m
Deal found 7/8C$ 520
Mon 28/92:00 p.m. -
2 stops11h 40m
Tue 29/95:05 a.m. -
2 stops12h 05m
Deal found 5/8C$ 523
Sun 15/1110:00 p.m. -
1 stop18h 20m
Sun 22/111:45 a.m. -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 4/8C$ 526
Sat 14/1110:20 p.m. -
1 stop11h 30m
Sat 21/119:45 a.m. -
1 stop10h 00m
Deal found 3/8C$ 535
Wed 14/1011:00 p.m. -
1 stop18h 25m
Tue 20/101:50 a.m. -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 4/8C$ 537
Fri 9/1011:00 p.m. -
1 stop11h 50m
Sat 17/101:40 a.m. -
1 stop17h 55m
Deal found 3/8C$ 538
Fri 16/1011:00 p.m. -
1 stop18h 25m
Sat 24/101:45 a.m. -
1 stop17h 50m
Deal found 3/8C$ 540
Tue 3/1110:20 p.m. -
1 stop18h 00m
Thu 19/119:45 a.m. -
1 stop10h 00m
Deal found 4/8C$ 541
Sat 28/1110:20 p.m. -
1 stop18h 00m
Sun 6/125:00 a.m. -
1 stop7h 40m
Deal found 4/8C$ 548
Sun 18/1011:00 p.m. -
1 stop11h 50m
Fri 23/109:25 a.m. -
1 stop10h 10m
Deal found 4/8C$ 554
Tue 27/102:00 p.m. -
2 stops11h 40m
Tue 17/115:00 a.m. -
2 stops11h 20m
Deal found 3/8C$ 555
Thu 17/98:35 a.m. -
1 stop24h 35m
Thu 24/912:05 p.m. -
1 stop10h 35m
Deal found 3/8C$ 555

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 August 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 520

One-way from

C$ 281

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 752

Good round-trip deal

C$ 572 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 327 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 7/12-12/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 25h 55m total
  • Canada to San José
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 28/8
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 45m total
  • Canada to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (C$ 5 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 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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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Canada to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Canada to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 8 August 2026.
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OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Wed 6/1

1:45 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

1 stop10h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 13/1

11:55 p.m.-3:09 p.m.

2 stops14h 14m

C$ 618

MontrealSan José

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 3/9

8:35 a.m.-8:19 a.m.

1 stop25h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/9

4:08 a.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop18h 32m

C$ 621

OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Sun 10/1

1:45 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

1 stop10h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 25/1

11:55 p.m.-3:09 p.m.

2 stops14h 14m

C$ 660

OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Tue 27/10

9:00 a.m.-10:50 p.m.

1 stop15h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 30/10

7:45 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

1 stop14h 10m

C$ 681

MontrealSan José

YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 1/2

10:00 p.m.-3:20 p.m.

1 stop18h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 27/2

1:45 a.m.-8:35 p.m.

1 stop17h 50m

C$ 682

HalifaxSan José

YHZ Halifax Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YHZSJO

Halifax Intl

Sun 24/1

7:00 a.m.-8:39 p.m.

2 stops15h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 26/1

8:45 a.m.-2:34 p.m.

2 stops27h 49m

C$ 682

OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Thu 29/10

2:00 p.m.-12:22 p.m.

2 stops24h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/11

11:28 p.m.-1:11 p.m.

1 stop12h 43m

C$ 685

OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Tue 27/10

6:00 a.m.-6:53 p.m.

1 stop14h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/11

1:55 p.m.-2:09 p.m.

2 stops23h 14m

C$ 685

TorontoSan José

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 19/10

5:15 p.m.-12:21 p.m.

2 stops21h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 23/10

7:55 a.m.-10:36 p.m.

1 stop12h 41m

C$ 685

TorontoSan José

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 8/9

7:43 p.m.-11:38 a.m.

2 stops17h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/12

8:45 a.m.-12:19 a.m.

2 stops14h 34m

C$ 685

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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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canada to San José (average of C$ 615). Flying from Canada to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 949). 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 August 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 28% of weekly flights between Canada and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 154 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 early afternoon 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 Thursday 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 21% of flights being delayed.

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 64 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.

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 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Transat,United Airlines, andAmerican 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
572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Jul 2026

YUL - LGW

Had to bus to the plane which made priority boarding at the back of the bus
Air Transat
7.8
Good
572 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Jul 2026

YUL - LGW

Had to bus to the plane which made priority boarding at the back of the bus
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,083 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Jul 2026

YUL - LGW

Had to bus to the plane which made priority boarding at the back of the bus
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,877 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Jul 2026

YUL - LGW

Had to bus to the plane which made priority boarding at the back of the bus
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,438 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Jul 2026

YUL - LGW

Had to bus to the plane which made priority boarding at the back of the bus
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,526 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
572 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.8

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Paul,Jul 2026

YUL - LGW

Had to bus to the plane which made priority boarding at the back of the bus

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 Avianca, Air Canada, and Porter Airlines fly from Canada to San José in about 10h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4009 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$ 228 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from C$ 233 and Air Transat from C$ 241 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 Toronto Pearson Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau 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$ 563 for a flight from Canada to San José. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 316 while the most popular route, (Toronto Pearson Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at C$ 523.

  • 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canada to San José (average of C$ 615). Flying from Canada to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 949). 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 8 airlines flying from Canada to San José

Discover the top 8 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 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapestC$ 198AverageC$ 714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 262AverageC$ 856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 267AverageC$ 1,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 292AverageC$ 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 299AverageC$ 761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 313AverageC$ 518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 369AverageC$ 710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 692AverageC$ 931FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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