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Cheap flights from Toronto 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 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YTO — SJO
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
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 50 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap 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 30 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 405

One-way from

C$ 236

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

C$ 630

Good round-trip deal

C$ 510 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 245 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 13/11-17/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 37m total
  • Toronto to San José
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Air Transat
  • Air Transat
  • 6/12
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 30m total
  • Toronto to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (C$ 208 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (C$ 58 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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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 30 October 2025.

Wed 29/1012:45 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 08mLufthansa
Wed 5/118:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
2 stops13h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 28/10C$ 395
Sat 1/117:40 p.m.YYZ - SJO
2 stops17h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/1111:28 p.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop9h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 405
Tue 11/113:45 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop20h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 19/1111:28 p.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop9h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 406
Tue 11/1112:45 p.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 18/118:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
2 stops14h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/10C$ 408
Sat 1/116:10 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop15h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/118:45 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop12h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 411
Sat 15/117:05 p.m.YYZ - SJO
Nonstop5h 30mAir Transat
Fri 21/111:15 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop9h 52mAir Transat
Deal found 30/10C$ 413
Sun 9/116:10 a.m.YYZ - SJO
1 stop15h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/111:15 a.m.SJO - YYZ
1 stop9h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10C$ 422
Mon 17/115:30 p.m.YYZ - SJO
2 stops20h 45mUnited Airlines
Sun 23/1111:28 p.m.SJO - YYZ
2 stops19h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 423
Tue 18/119:30 p.m.YTZ - SJO
1 stop27h 25mAir Transat
Wed 26/111:15 a.m.SJO - YTZ
1 stop29h 55mAir Transat
Deal found 28/10C$ 443
Mon 10/118:50 a.m.YTZ - SJO
2 stops39h 25mAir Canada
Wed 19/118:50 a.m.SJO - YTZ
1 stop26h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 28/10C$ 532
Sat 8/116:45 p.m.YTZ - SJO
2 stops29h 30mAir Canada
Mon 17/118:50 a.m.SJO - YTZ
2 stops35h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 28/10C$ 552
Sun 9/1110:30 a.m.YTZ - SJO
1 stop13h 45mAir Canada
Wed 19/118:50 a.m.SJO - YTZ
2 stops11h 38mAir Canada
Deal found 29/10C$ 631

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Toronto

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San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 13/11

7:30 a.m.-8:39 p.m.

2 stops14h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 17/11

8:45 a.m.-10:37 p.m.

1 stop12h 52m

C$ 405

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 11/11

3:45 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

1 stop20h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 19/11

11:28 p.m.-9:36 a.m.

1 stop9h 08m

C$ 406

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 15/11

3:45 p.m.-8:39 p.m.

1 stop29h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 22/11

11:28 p.m.-11:46 p.m.

2 stops23h 18m

C$ 406

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 9/11

6:10 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

1 stop30h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 22/11

11:28 p.m.-9:36 a.m.

1 stop9h 08m

C$ 406

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 9/11

6:10 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

1 stop30h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 15/11

8:45 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

2 stops14h 14m

C$ 406

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 12/11

6:50 a.m.-8:39 p.m.

2 stops14h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 19/11

11:28 p.m.-9:36 a.m.

1 stop9h 08m

C$ 408

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 17/11

12:45 p.m.-7:53 p.m.

1 stop8h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 23/11

2:20 p.m.-4:02 p.m.

2 stops24h 42m

C$ 459

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 26/11

3:45 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

1 stop20h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/12

11:28 p.m.-9:36 a.m.

1 stop9h 08m

C$ 475

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 27/11

6:10 a.m.-8:39 p.m.

1 stop15h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/12

11:28 p.m.-4:02 p.m.

2 stops15h 34m

C$ 475

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 27/11

6:10 a.m.-8:39 p.m.

1 stop15h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/12

2:00 p.m.-9:58 a.m.

2 stops18h 58m

C$ 475

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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 24 October 2025.

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 50 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to San José (average of C$ 249). Flying from Toronto to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 444). 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 30 October 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Toronto to San José at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Toronto to San José?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Toronto to San José flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 55% 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$ 576.

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 Miami (MIA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 50m.

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 Washington, D.C. (IAD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 37m.

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 30 October 2025.
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
7.8
Good
469 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

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
469 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
469 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

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
1,561 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
469 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
469 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

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
10,381 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
469 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

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
2,467 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
469 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

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.

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 are 0 flights from Toronto to Juan Santamaria Intl per day from 7 different airlines.

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

    United Airlines, Air Canada, and Air Transat can get you from Toronto to San José in just under 14h 09m. Your travel time can differ by up to 25h 16m. Toronto and San José are separated by a distance of 3769 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 American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, with prices starting at C$ 294. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Transat and Copa Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 324 and C$ 334, respectively. American Airlines is priced at 59% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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$ 500, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 242. The most popular route (Toronto Pearson Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around C$ 388.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to San José (average of C$ 249). Flying from Toronto to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 444). 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

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Toronto to San José. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 294AverageC$ 694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 324AverageC$ 794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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Copa AirlinesCheapestC$ 334AverageC$ 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 350AverageC$ 700FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 393AverageC$ 996FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 403AverageC$ 539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 432AverageC$ 647FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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