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Cheap flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport 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 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YUL — SJO
26 Dec — 2 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in November or October, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Fri 28/116:55 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop6h 00mAir Transat
Wed 3/121:15 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 40mAir Transat
Deal found 25/11C$ 365
Wed 3/126:55 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop6h 00mAir Transat
Wed 10/121:15 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 40mAir Transat
Deal found 24/11C$ 370
Wed 26/116:55 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop6h 00mAir Transat
Mon 22/121:15 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 40mAir Transat
Deal found 25/11C$ 389
Wed 26/116:55 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop6h 00mAir Transat
Wed 3/121:15 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 40mAir Transat
Deal found 24/11C$ 396
Sat 29/113:55 p.m.YUL - SJO
1 stop8h 40mAir Transat
Mon 22/121:15 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 40mAir Transat
Deal found 25/11C$ 398
Fri 28/116:55 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/128:35 a.m.SJO - YUL
2 stops11h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/11C$ 408
Fri 28/114:45 p.m.YUL - SJO
1 stop21h 11mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/1211:28 p.m.SJO - YUL
2 stops20h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/11C$ 412
Mon 24/113:00 p.m.YUL - SJO
2 stops21h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/122:20 p.m.SJO - YUL
2 stops22h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/11C$ 413
Tue 9/123:00 p.m.YUL - SJO
1 stop9h 40mAvianca
Tue 16/125:00 a.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop7h 40mAvianca
Deal found 26/11C$ 418
Fri 5/126:55 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop6h 00mAir Transat
Wed 10/121:15 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 40mAir Transat
Deal found 24/11C$ 419

Cheap flight deals from Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL) 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 26 November 2025.

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C$ 408

One-way from

C$ 254

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 480

Good round-trip deal

C$ 553 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 279 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 6/5-13/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 20m total
  • Montreal to San José
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Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 13/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 45m total
  • Montreal to San José
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Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 29/11

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

2 stops21h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/12

11:28 p.m.-7:48 p.m.

2 stops19h 20m

C$ 447

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 5/12

4:45 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

2 stops21h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/12

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

2 stops23h 00m

C$ 483

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 6/12

6:00 p.m.-8:39 p.m.

1 stop27h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/12

8:45 a.m.-4:50 p.m.

1 stop31h 05m

C$ 511

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 25/1

10:00 p.m.-8:50 a.m.

1 stop11h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/2

5:00 a.m.-6:23 p.m.

2 stops12h 23m

C$ 543

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 29/11

3:55 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

1 stop8h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 22/1

12:55 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

1 stop15h 05m

C$ 598

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 2/12

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

2 stops23h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/12

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

2 stops23h 00m

C$ 604

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 2/12

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

2 stops23h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/12

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

2 stops22h 40m

C$ 604

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 18/1

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

Nonstop6h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 26/1

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

Nonstop5h 40m

C$ 607

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 12/1

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

Nonstop6h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 24/1

12:55 a.m.-12:35 a.m.

1 stop22h 40m

C$ 615

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 12/12

6:00 a.m.-8:39 p.m.

2 stops15h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 24/12

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

1 stop30h 12m

C$ 634

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José (average of C$ 203). Flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport 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 YUL to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl 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 26 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport 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.

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 26 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Transat,Copa Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Transat
7.8
Good
478 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

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.
Air Transat
7.8
Good
478 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
478 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,569 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
478 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
478 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,476 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
478 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

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.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,477 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
478 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

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.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl?

    Most people fly into San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) if they book a flight to San José from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl. On average, Juan Santamaria Intl has 0 inbound flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl per day from 7 airlines. San José Juan Santamaria Intl is conveniently located just 14.1 km from San José’s city centre.

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    United Airlines, Avianca, and Air Transat can get you from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José in just under 8h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 50m. There are 4065 km between Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport and San José. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José round-trip?

    Flying on Air Canada is currently your cheapest option to San José, with prices starting at C$ 370. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Transat and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 371 and C$ 374, respectively. You may be able to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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    Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José flights have a layover in Panama City most often. Bogotá sees the next most layovers on Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José flights.

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    Of the flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Toronto. San Salvador sees the second fewest layovers for non-direct flights flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José (average of C$ 203). Flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport 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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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 377AverageC$ 817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 378AverageC$ 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 402AverageC$ 608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Copa AirlinesCheapestC$ 439AverageC$ 865FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 621AverageC$ 672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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