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Cheap flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José from C$ 236

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 26/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YUL — SJO
4 Dec — 11 Dec1
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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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$ 410
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$ 411
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$ 424
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$ 439
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$ 446
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$ 448
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$ 449
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$ 451
Sun 23/116:20 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop5h 55mAir Canada
Wed 26/118:35 a.m.SJO - YUL
2 stops11h 09mAir Canada
Deal found 3/11C$ 458
Tue 18/116:20 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop5h 55mAir Canada
Thu 20/118:35 a.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop22h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 4/11C$ 459

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 4 November 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 410

One-way from

C$ 236

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 486

Good round-trip deal

C$ 451 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 251 or less
Air Transat
  • Air Transat
  • 21/11-26/11
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 40m total
  • Montreal to San José
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 13/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 00m total
  • Montreal to San José
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MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 24/11

3:00 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

2 stops21h 25m

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

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$ 446

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 17/11

4:45 p.m.-7:53 p.m.

2 stops28h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/12

2:00 p.m.-3:16 p.m.

2 stops24h 16m

C$ 446

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$ 452

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 14/11

2:13 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

2 stops22h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/12

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

2 stops29h 57m

C$ 467

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 16/11

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

2 stops15h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 17/11

11:28 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

2 stops13h 32m

C$ 483

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 14/11

2:13 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

1 stop23h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 24/11

12:35 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

2 stops24h 25m

C$ 493

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$ 511

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 24/11

6:00 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

1 stop18h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/12

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

1 stop31h 05m

C$ 511

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 18/11

6:00 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

1 stop18h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/12

8:45 a.m.-7:45 a.m.

2 stops22h 00m

C$ 511

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl to San José. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José is 17 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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$ 213). Flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 469). 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 4 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 4 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
470 reviews
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Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
470 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
470 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
1,562 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
470 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
11,040 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
470 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
10,404 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
470 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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
2,471 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
470 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

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 8 airlines. San José Juan Santamaria Intl is conveniently located just 14.1 km from San José’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José?

    United Airlines and Avianca can get you from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José in just under 11h 50m. Your travel time can differ by up to 9h 35m. 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 American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, with prices starting at C$ 373. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Air Transat, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 375 and C$ 376, 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.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José?

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  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José?

    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$ 213). Flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 469). 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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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 373AverageC$ 751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 375AverageC$ 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 376AverageC$ 835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 384AverageC$ 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AviancaCheapestC$ 400AverageC$ 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Copa AirlinesCheapestC$ 436AverageC$ 861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 618AverageC$ 669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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