Cheap flights from Montreal to San José from C$ 237

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 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YMQ — SJO
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 5 November 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 411

One-way from

C$ 237

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 553

Good round-trip deal

C$ 453 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 252 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 15/11-24/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 53h 12m total
  • Montreal to San José
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 13/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 00m total
  • Montreal to San José
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (C$ 20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 39 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Montreal (YMQ) to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Montreal (YMQ) to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Montreal to San José
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Wed 12/117:00 a.m.YUL - SJO
2 stops14h 39mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/112:05 p.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop30h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11C$ 411
Thu 13/112:13 p.m.YUL - SJO
2 stops24h 02mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/112:05 p.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop30h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 412
Mon 10/118:50 a.m.YUL - SJO
2 stops15h 05mAir Canada
Tue 11/118:35 a.m.SJO - YUL
2 stops11h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 3/11C$ 425
Fri 7/116:55 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop6h 00mAir Transat
Wed 19/111:15 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 40mAir Transat
Deal found 5/11C$ 439
Fri 21/116:55 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop6h 00mAir Transat
Wed 26/111:15 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 40mAir Transat
Deal found 3/11C$ 441
Thu 6/113:00 p.m.YUL - SJO
2 stops21h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 14/1112:35 p.m.SJO - YUL
2 stops25h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11C$ 446
Fri 14/112:13 p.m.YUL - SJO
1 stop23h 42mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/128:45 a.m.SJO - YUL
2 stops35h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/11C$ 448
Fri 21/116:55 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop6h 00mAir Transat
Sat 22/1112:55 a.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop17h 30mAir Transat
Deal found 4/11C$ 449
Tue 18/116:20 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop5h 55mAir Canada
Mon 24/118:50 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 4/11C$ 451
Tue 18/116:20 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop5h 55mAir Canada
Wed 19/118:50 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 3/11C$ 452
Sat 22/113:55 p.m.YUL - SJO
1 stop8h 40mAir Transat
Sat 29/1112:55 a.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop17h 30mAir Transat
Deal found 4/11C$ 456

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Montreal

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San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 24/11

9:15 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

2 stops27h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/12

2:20 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

2 stops22h 40m

C$ 411

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 6/12

3:00 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops23h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 23/12

2:05 p.m.-9:17 p.m.

1 stop30h 12m

C$ 412

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 18/11

4:45 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops21h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 24/11

2:20 p.m.-9:17 p.m.

2 stops29h 57m

C$ 448

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 24/12

4:45 p.m.-12:56 p.m.

1 stop21h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 30/12

2:05 p.m.-9:17 p.m.

1 stop30h 12m

C$ 448

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 9/3

11:00 p.m.-8:50 a.m.

1 stop11h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/3

1:45 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

1 stop17h 50m

C$ 453

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 22/11

4:45 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops21h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/12

2:20 p.m.-9:17 p.m.

2 stops29h 57m

C$ 467

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 28/11

9:15 a.m.-12:55 p.m.

1 stop28h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/12

2:20 p.m.-9:17 p.m.

2 stops29h 57m

C$ 469

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 28/11

4:45 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops21h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 13/12

2:20 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

2 stops22h 40m

C$ 504

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 19/11

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

2 stops13h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/12

2:20 p.m.-4:50 p.m.

1 stop25h 30m

C$ 512

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 13/11

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

2 stops29h 00m

C$ 237

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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?

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 31 October 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Montreal to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 2 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to San José (average of C$ 214). Flying from Montreal to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 470). 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 5 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Montreal to San José in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Montreal to San José?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Montreal to San José?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Montreal to San José chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Panama City (PTY) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 43% of one-stop itineraries from Montreal to San José on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Montreal to San José?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Montreal to San José, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Bogotá (BOG) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 591.

What’s the fastest layover option from Montreal to San José?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Montreal to San José, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Newark (EWR) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 9h 19m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Montreal to San José?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Montreal to San José, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Panama City (PTY) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 32m.

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 5 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Transat,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Montreal to San José to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.9

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.

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.9

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.

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.9

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.

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.9

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.

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.9

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.

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.9

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 8 different airlines.

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

    A quick flight from Montreal to San José can take about 27h 10m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 411. There are 4065 km between Montreal and San José.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 374, American Airlines will fly you from Montreal to San José and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Canada and Air Transat - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 377 and C$ 377, respectively. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Montreal to San José? While on average our users pay C$ 613, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 207. The most popular route (Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around C$ 411.

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

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

  • 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?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal to San José (average of C$ 214). Flying from Montreal to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 470). 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 Montreal to San José

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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 374AverageC$ 753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 377AverageC$ 816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 377AverageC$ 838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 385AverageC$ 913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AviancaCheapestC$ 401AverageC$ 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Copa AirlinesCheapestC$ 438AverageC$ 864FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 620AverageC$ 671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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