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Cheap flights from Montreal to San José from C$ 254

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 28/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YMQ — SJO
17 Jun — 24 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Montreal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in November or May, booked 2 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Montreal to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Montreal (YMQ) to San José (SJO). 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$ 443

One-way from

C$ 267

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 699

Good round-trip deal

C$ 607 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 318 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 10/9-16/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 05m total
  • Montreal to San José
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Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 5/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 30m total
  • Montreal to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (C$ 103 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 54 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Montreal to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Montreal to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 June 2025.

Mon 10/1110:00 p.m.YUL - SJO
1 stop12h 20mAvianca
Sun 23/112:15 a.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop17h 20mAvianca
Deal found 11/6C$ 440
Fri 13/64:40 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop5h 45mAir Canada
Thu 19/67:55 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 10/6C$ 505
Wed 11/64:40 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 17/63:05 p.m.SJO - YUL
2 stops14h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 510
Wed 3/126:55 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop6h 00mAir Transat
Wed 10/121:15 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 40mAir Transat
Deal found 11/6C$ 574
Sat 29/1112:10 p.m.YUL - SJO
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/1211:35 a.m.SJO - YUL
2 stops23h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6C$ 603
Mon 18/89:45 a.m.YUL - SJO
3 stops28h 41mUnited Airlines
Wed 27/81:30 p.m.SJO - YUL
2 stops25h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 623
Tue 19/88:42 a.m.YUL - SJO
1 stop9h 40mCopa Airlines
Thu 28/88:09 a.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop14h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/6C$ 654

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 10/11

10:00 p.m.-9:20 a.m.

1 stop12h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 23/11

2:15 a.m.-8:35 p.m.

1 stop17h 20m

C$ 440

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 1/12

10:10 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

1 stop25h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/12

9:00 a.m.-3:45 p.m.

Nonstop5h 45m

C$ 525

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 26/8

8:42 a.m.-4:22 p.m.

1 stop9h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/9

10:57 a.m.-12:40 a.m.

1 stop11h 43m

C$ 530

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 4/11

12:10 p.m.-8:02 p.m.

1 stop8h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/11

3:50 p.m.-1:30 p.m.

1 stop20h 40m

C$ 535

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 1/7

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

2 stops14h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/7

3:05 p.m.-8:21 a.m.

2 stops15h 16m

C$ 541

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 26/11

6:55 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

Nonstop6h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/12

1:15 a.m.-7:55 a.m.

Nonstop5h 40m

C$ 574

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 8/9

9:15 a.m.-12:26 p.m.

2 stops29h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 16/9

1:30 p.m.-10:40 a.m.

2 stops19h 10m

C$ 622

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 3/12

7:00 a.m.-10:15 p.m.

2 stops16h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/12

7:00 a.m.-5:04 p.m.

1 stop9h 04m

C$ 695

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 28/9

11:25 p.m.-9:20 a.m.

1 stop11h 55m

C$ 254

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 20/6

4:40 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

Nonstop5h 45m

C$ 284

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Best time to book a flight from Montreal to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Montreal to San José. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

Booking 2 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Montreal to San José, San José Province. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Montreal to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). 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 YMQ to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Montreal 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 12 June 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Montreal to San José, San José Province in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Montreal to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Montreal to San José. Price data was last updated on 24 November 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Montreal to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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, San José Province 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, San José Province 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, San José Province, 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 12 June 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from Montreal to San José have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
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Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,531 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,345 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Montreal 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 Montreal?

    If you book a flight to San José from Montreal, you will be flying to Juan Santamaria Intl, which is the city’s only airport. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is located 14.1 km from the centre of San José. There are 0 flights from Montreal to Juan Santamaria Intl per day from 10 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Montreal to San José, San José Province round-trip from C$ 443. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Copa Airlines, from C$ 530, and Air Canada, from C$ 541. Avianca is currently priced 46% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Avianca, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 267. Air Canada flights start at C$ 284 while deals on American Airlines start at C$ 306 one-way.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Montreal to San José, San José Province? While on average our users pay C$ 586, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 294. The most popular route (Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around C$ 444.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Montreal to San José, San José Province?

    Montreal to San José, San José Province flights have a layover in Bogotá most often. Panama City is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from Montreal to San José, San José Province.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Panama City?

    Panama Viejo, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal are the most popular attractions in Panama City if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Panama Viejo, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal can be visited by travelling about 13.6 km, 23.6 km, and 24.3 km respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Panama City can rent a car from Panama City Tocumen Intl for about C$ 18 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Montreal to San José, San José Province flights?

    Montreal to San José, San José Province flights have a layover in Toronto the least frequently. Montreal to San José, San José Province flights stopping in San Salvador are the next rarest.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Montreal 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 Montreal to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Montreal to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). 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 10 airlines flying from Montreal to San José

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Montreal 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 12 June 2025.
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DeltaCheapestC$ 339AverageC$ 762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 367AverageC$ 829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 414AverageC$ 1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 418AverageC$ 598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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ArajetCheapestC$ 427AverageC$ 523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Copa AirlinesCheapestC$ 478AverageC$ 856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 525AverageC$ 898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 605AverageC$ 695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 688AverageC$ 919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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WestJet EncoreCheapestC$ 884AverageC$ 1,112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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