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Cheap flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José from C$ 238

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 27/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YUL — SJO
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

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 25 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 446

One-way from

C$ 238

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

C$ 700

Good round-trip deal

C$ 465 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 255 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 26/11-7/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 25m total
  • Montreal to San José
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 27/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 28h 27m total
  • Montreal to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (C$ 48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 42 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Wed 26/119:15 a.m.YUL - SJO
2 stops27h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/128:45 a.m.SJO - YUL
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/9C$ 446
Mon 17/1110:00 p.m.YUL - SJO
1 stop11h 50mAvianca
Wed 3/127:55 a.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop11h 40mAvianca
Deal found 16/9C$ 447
Fri 3/104:40 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop5h 45mAir Canada
Thu 16/107:55 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 14/9C$ 448
Tue 11/116:20 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop5h 55mAir Canada
Wed 19/118:50 a.m.SJO - YUL
Nonstop5h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 16/9C$ 450
Mon 24/1110:00 p.m.YUL - SJO
1 stop22h 15mAvianca
Tue 2/125:00 a.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop7h 40mAvianca
Deal found 17/9C$ 451
Mon 3/1110:00 p.m.YUL - SJO
1 stop11h 50mAvianca
Sun 16/117:55 a.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop11h 40mAvianca
Deal found 15/9C$ 453
Mon 17/1110:00 p.m.YUL - SJO
1 stop18h 20mAvianca
Sun 23/111:45 a.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop17h 50mAvianca
Deal found 17/9C$ 454
Fri 28/112:13 p.m.YUL - SJO
1 stop23h 42mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/1211:28 p.m.SJO - YUL
2 stops20h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 14/9C$ 455
Fri 3/104:40 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop5h 45mAir Canada
Wed 15/108:00 a.m.SJO - YUL
2 stops20h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 14/9C$ 457
Sun 23/116:20 p.m.YUL - SJO
Nonstop5h 55mAir Canada
Wed 10/128:35 a.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop13h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 14/9C$ 459
Wed 3/129:30 p.m.YUL - SJO
2 stops26h 25mAir Canada
Wed 10/128:35 a.m.SJO - YUL
1 stop22h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 15/9C$ 462

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Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

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San José

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Depart

Return

Price

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

Mon 15/12

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

Nonstop5h 40m

C$ 455

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Wed 29/10

3:00 p.m.-10:25 a.m.

2 stops21h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/11

2:05 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

1 stop22h 55m

C$ 464

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

Sat 6/12

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

1 stop15h 00m

C$ 472

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 1/11

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

2 stops22h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/11

8:45 a.m.-4:28 p.m.

1 stop30h 43m

C$ 517

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Thu 11/12

8:30 a.m.-7:53 p.m.

2 stops12h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 24/12

2:05 p.m.-10:20 a.m.

1 stop19h 15m

C$ 538

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 20/1

10:15 a.m.-11:35 p.m.

1 stop14h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/2

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

Nonstop5h 40m

C$ 545

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 28/11

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

2 stops27h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/12

8:45 a.m.-3:57 p.m.

2 stops30h 12m

C$ 556

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 24/1

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

1 stop8h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/2

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

Nonstop5h 40m

C$ 585

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 23/11

2:13 p.m.-12:42 p.m.

2 stops23h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 15/12

8:45 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

2 stops28h 15m

C$ 585

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 24/1

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

1 stop8h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/2

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

Nonstop5h 40m

C$ 585

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José

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

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 12 September 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 25 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.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport 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 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 17 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José, San José Province at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% 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, San José Province?

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, San José Province flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday 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 17 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Transat,Copa Airlines, andUnited 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
7.7
Good
439 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOD - YUL

A little more cushioning in the seats would likely lessen the physical discomfort of the trip.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
439 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
439 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOD - YUL

A little more cushioning in the seats would likely lessen the physical discomfort of the trip.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
439 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOD - YUL

A little more cushioning in the seats would likely lessen the physical discomfort of the trip.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
439 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOD - YUL

A little more cushioning in the seats would likely lessen the physical discomfort of the trip.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
439 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOD - YUL

A little more cushioning in the seats would likely lessen the physical discomfort of the trip.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
439 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOD - YUL

A little more cushioning in the seats would likely lessen the physical discomfort of the trip.

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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, San José Province?

    For as low as C$ 455, Air Transat can have you in San José, San José Province from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport in 6h. Airlines will cover a distance of 4065 km. 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, San José Province round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José, San José Province is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as C$ 343 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Avianca, starting at C$ 370 and C$ 386 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José, San José Province? While on average our users pay C$ 514, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 247. The most popular route (Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around C$ 418.

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    Of the flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José, San José Province that have layovers, most of them stop in Bogotá. Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José, San José Province flights stop in Panama City the next most.

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    The least popular layover on flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José, San José Province is Toronto. Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José, San José Province flights stopping in San Salvador are the next rarest.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport 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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DeltaCheapestC$ 343AverageC$ 883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 370AverageC$ 788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 386AverageC$ 579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 401AverageC$ 839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 448AverageC$ 872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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Copa AirlinesCheapestC$ 453AverageC$ 855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 606AverageC$ 687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJet EncoreCheapestC$ 890AverageC$ 960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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