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Cheap flights from Toronto to San José from C$ 262

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 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YTO — SJO
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Toronto to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in June or September, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Toronto to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Toronto to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 March 2026.

Sun 12/48:55 a.m.
YYZ
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SJO
1 stop17h 00m
Avianca
Wed 22/44:00 p.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
1 stop13h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 20/3C$ 486
Thu 4/66:00 p.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
1 stop30h 05m
Air Transat
Mon 8/611:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
1 stop20h 35m
Air Transat
Deal found 18/3C$ 487
Fri 5/63:40 p.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
1 stop8h 25m
Air Transat
Mon 8/611:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
1 stop20h 35m
Air Transat
Deal found 18/3C$ 489
Sun 24/58:55 p.m.
YTZ
-
SJO
1 stop27h 10m
Air Transat
Mon 1/611:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YTZ
1 stop10h 35m
Air Transat
Deal found 20/3C$ 497
Fri 1/55:20 p.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
1 stop20h 35m
United Airlines
Thu 7/57:55 a.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
2 stops23h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/3C$ 500
Wed 13/57:43 p.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
2 stops25h 54m
United Airlines
Sat 16/57:55 a.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
2 stops23h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 18/3C$ 501
Mon 2/1111:55 p.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
1 stop16h 25m
Avianca
Sat 7/119:45 a.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
1 stop11h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 20/3C$ 502
Thu 29/1012:55 a.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
1 stop16h 25m
Avianca
Fri 6/115:00 a.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
1 stop8h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 16/3C$ 506
Fri 5/610:55 a.m.
YTZ
-
SJO
1 stop13h 10m
Air Transat
Mon 8/611:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YTZ
1 stop18h 50m
Air Transat
Deal found 20/3C$ 508
Thu 4/66:55 p.m.
YTZ
-
SJO
1 stop29h 10m
Air Transat
Mon 8/611:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YTZ
1 stop30h 30m
Air Transat
Deal found 18/3C$ 509
Wed 3/63:53 p.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
1 stop8h 46m
United Airlines
Thu 4/612:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
2 stops21h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 17/3C$ 513
Wed 29/48:55 a.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
1 stop17h 00m
Avianca
Wed 13/54:00 p.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
1 stop13h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 20/3C$ 515

Find flight deals from Toronto to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Toronto (YTO) 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 21 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 486

One-way from

C$ 262

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

C$ 760

Good round-trip deal

C$ 598 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 285 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 12/4-22/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 20m total
  • Toronto to San José
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Air Transat
  • Air Transat
  • 26/3
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 30m total
  • Toronto to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (C$ 155 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 50 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Toronto to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 21 March 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

TorontoSan José

YTZ - SJO

YTZSJO

Toronto Island

Sun 24/5

8:55 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

1 stop27h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/6

11:25 p.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop10h 35m

C$ 497

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 12/5

2:45 p.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops30h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 16/5

7:55 a.m.-9:54 a.m.

2 stops23h 59m

C$ 500

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 1/5

5:20 p.m.-11:55 a.m.

1 stop20h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/5

7:55 a.m.-9:54 a.m.

2 stops23h 59m

C$ 500

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 6/5

5:20 p.m.-12:21 p.m.

2 stops21h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/5

7:55 a.m.-11:49 a.m.

2 stops25h 54m

C$ 501

TorontoSan José

YTZ - SJO

YTZSJO

Toronto Island

Mon 25/5

10:55 a.m.-10:05 p.m.

1 stop13h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/6

11:25 p.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop10h 35m

C$ 521

TorontoSan José

YTZ - SJO

YTZSJO

Toronto Island

Sun 24/5

8:55 p.m.-10:05 p.m.

1 stop27h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/6

11:25 p.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop10h 35m

C$ 521

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 3/6

9:44 a.m.-10:39 p.m.

2 stops14h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/6

12:30 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops21h 24m

C$ 542

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 29/4

6:10 a.m.-7:37 p.m.

1 stop15h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 13/5

7:55 a.m.-10:04 a.m.

2 stops24h 09m

C$ 560

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 29/5

8:50 a.m.-10:39 p.m.

2 stops15h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/6

12:30 a.m.-8:44 p.m.

2 stops18h 14m

C$ 567

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 5/5

2:45 p.m.-12:21 p.m.

2 stops23h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/5

7:55 a.m.-9:54 a.m.

2 stops23h 59m

C$ 593

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Best time to book a flight from Toronto to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Toronto to San José. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Toronto to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 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 Toronto to San José?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to San José (average of C$ 224). Flying from Toronto to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 435). 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 YTO to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Toronto 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 21 March 2026.

When flying from Toronto to San José, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Toronto to San José

Explore weekly flight availability from Toronto to San José. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 March 2026.

The most flights from YTO to SJO are scheduled on a Tuesday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

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

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

San Salvador (SAL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of one-stop itineraries from Toronto to San José on Cheapflights.

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

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Toronto 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$ 540.

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

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

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 45m.

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

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

Flights via Charlotte (CLT) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 18m.

How often are flights from Toronto to San José delayed?

About 30% of weekly flights between Toronto and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 179 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Toronto to San José flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Toronto to San José flights?

Over the past year, Air Canada has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 30% of flights being delayed.

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 21 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Transat,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Toronto to San José have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
521 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
521 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
521 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,572 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
521 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,452 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
521 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,828 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
521 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,503 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
521 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Toronto?

    If you book a flight to San José from Toronto, 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 is 1 flight from Toronto to Juan Santamaria Intl per day from 7 different airlines.

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

    Air Transat and United Airlines can get you from Toronto to San José in just under 27h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 42m. Toronto and San José are separated by a distance of 3766 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Copa Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, with prices starting at C$ 230. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Transat and Air Canada, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 250 and C$ 265, respectively. Copa Airlines is priced at 65% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Toronto to San José are Avianca (C$ 235), Air Transat (C$ 237), and Air Canada (C$ 245).

  • What are the most popular routes from Toronto to San José?

    Most travellers choose Toronto Pearson Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, Toronto Island - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or Hamilton - San José Juan Santamaria Intl when deciding on the best route from Toronto to San José.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Toronto to San José? While on average our users pay C$ 583, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 253. The most popular route (Toronto Pearson Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around C$ 487.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to San José (average of C$ 224). Flying from Toronto to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 435). 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 7 airlines flying from Toronto to San José

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Copa AirlinesCheapestC$ 230AverageC$ 662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 250AverageC$ 725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 265AverageC$ 773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 287AverageC$ 614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 294AverageC$ 581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 336AverageC$ 668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AviancaCheapestC$ 361AverageC$ 525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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