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Cheap flights from San Salvador to San José from C$ 154

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — SJO
3 Dec — 10 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) 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 3 November 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 260

One-way from

C$ 154

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 286
Volaris Costa Rica
  • Volaris Costa Rica
  • 1/12-13/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 39m total
  • San Salvador to San José
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Volaris El Salvador
  • Volaris El Salvador
  • 2/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 20m total
  • San Salvador to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (C$ 15 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 November 2025.

Mon 1/125:30 a.m.SAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/125:00 p.m.SJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 260
Fri 14/1110:10 a.m.SAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Mon 17/115:00 a.m.SJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 25mAvianca
Deal found 3/11C$ 300
Mon 1/127:30 a.m.SAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 10mAvianca
Sat 13/126:00 a.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop4h 50mAvianca
Deal found 3/11C$ 309
Tue 11/115:00 a.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop4h 59mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/116:07 p.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop5h 32mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/11C$ 319
Fri 12/125:00 a.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop4h 59mCopa Airlines
Sun 14/125:53 p.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop5h 46mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 337
Fri 7/115:00 a.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop13h 55mCopa Airlines
Sun 9/115:50 p.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop5h 49mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 341
Fri 7/115:00 a.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop11h 40mCopa Airlines
Thu 13/114:08 a.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop8h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 348
Wed 10/125:00 a.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop8h 53mCopa Airlines
Tue 16/124:08 a.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop8h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 351
Sat 6/125:00 a.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop8h 53mCopa Airlines
Tue 9/1210:08 a.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop10h 27mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/11C$ 357

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Price

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 23/1

5:03 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

1 stop4h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 25/1

8:11 a.m.-11:36 p.m.

1 stop15h 25m

C$ 319

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 31/3

8:30 a.m.-6:59 p.m.

1 stop10h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/4

10:08 a.m.-11:36 p.m.

1 stop13h 28m

C$ 319

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 29/1

5:03 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

1 stop4h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

5:51 p.m.-11:37 p.m.

1 stop5h 46m

C$ 319

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 1/5

5:03 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

1 stop4h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/5

8:11 a.m.-11:36 p.m.

1 stop15h 25m

C$ 319

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 10/4

5:03 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

1 stop4h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 17/4

10:08 a.m.-11:36 p.m.

1 stop13h 28m

C$ 319

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 23/1

5:03 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

1 stop4h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 29/1

4:09 a.m.-12:41 p.m.

1 stop8h 32m

C$ 334

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 6/12

5:00 a.m.-1:53 p.m.

1 stop8h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/12

10:08 a.m.-8:35 p.m.

1 stop10h 27m

C$ 357

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 5/1

5:03 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

1 stop4h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/1

6:08 p.m.-11:36 p.m.

1 stop5h 28m

C$ 369

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 22/11

5:00 a.m.-9:59 a.m.

1 stop4h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 24/11

5:49 a.m.-12:41 p.m.

1 stop6h 52m

C$ 369

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 20/11

5:00 a.m.-9:59 a.m.

1 stop4h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 23/11

6:07 p.m.-11:39 p.m.

1 stop5h 32m

C$ 392

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Best time to book a flight from San Salvador to San José

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Salvador to San José?

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

The best time to book flights from San Salvador to San José is 89 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 San Salvador to San José?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to San José (average of C$ 121). Flying from San Salvador to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 227). 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 SAL to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador 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 3 November 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Salvador to San José is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 53% on airfare.

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Salvador to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this San Salvador to San José flight route?

    This flight path from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl was viewed by 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    For as low as C$ 319, Copa Airlines can have you in San José from San Salvador in 4h 57m. The distance between San Salvador and San José is about 652 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Salvador to San José one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Salvador to San José are Volaris El Salvador (C$ 154), Avianca (C$ 170), and Copa Airlines (C$ 173).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Salvador to San José?

    Before booking your flight to San José from San Salvador, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Volaris Costa Rica (96%), Air Canada (96%), Avianca Costa Rica( 89%).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Salvador 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 San Salvador to San José?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to San José (average of C$ 121). Flying from San Salvador to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 227). 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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