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Cheap flights from Vancouver to San José from C$ 279

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) 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 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 564

One-way from

C$ 279

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 880
11/4-20/4
  • 11/4-20/4
  • 6 total stops
  • 47h 03m total
  • Vancouver to San José
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22/4
  • 22/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 23m total
  • Vancouver to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (C$ 180 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 51 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 January 2026.

Sat 11/48:15 a.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops22h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/42:39 p.m.SJO - YVR
3 stops25h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1C$ 564
Mon 9/27:00 a.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops26h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/22:42 p.m.SJO - YVR
3 stops33h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1C$ 575
Mon 9/38:15 a.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/37:30 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1C$ 583
Sun 5/411:00 p.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop12h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/412:31 p.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops35h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1C$ 600
Wed 11/38:15 a.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/32:50 p.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1C$ 616
Thu 9/48:00 a.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/412:31 p.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops35h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1C$ 626

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver to San José that are best for you.

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Vancouver

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 4/2

7:15 p.m.-12:56 p.m.

2 stops15h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/2

6:30 a.m.-6:03 p.m.

2 stops13h 33m

C$ 651

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 8/2

3:00 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops20h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/2

6:30 a.m.-11:06 p.m.

2 stops18h 36m

C$ 652

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 20/1

7:15 p.m.-8:39 p.m.

2 stops23h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/2

2:20 p.m.-1:58 p.m.

2 stops25h 38m

C$ 652

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 3/2

7:15 p.m.-8:39 p.m.

2 stops23h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/2

2:20 p.m.-1:58 p.m.

2 stops25h 38m

C$ 652

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 2/2

7:00 a.m.-8:32 a.m.

1 stop23h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/2

8:45 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

2 stops28h 45m

C$ 652

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 11/4

11:30 p.m.-11:19 a.m.

1 stop10h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 16/4

1:03 a.m.-2:51 p.m.

1 stop14h 48m

C$ 670

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 5/2

12:25 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

2 stops31h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/2

2:20 p.m.-1:58 p.m.

2 stops25h 38m

C$ 680

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 1/2

7:00 a.m.-12:56 p.m.

2 stops27h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/2

8:45 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

2 stops28h 45m

C$ 683

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 15/2

11:00 p.m.-11:40 a.m.

2 stops34h 40m

C$ 289

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 20/2

8:00 a.m.-12:22 p.m.

3 stops50h 22m

C$ 289

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver to San José. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Vancouver to San José, you should look to book at least 83 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 Vancouver to San José?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to San José (average of C$ 422). Flying from Vancouver to San José in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 759). 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.

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

How often are flights from Vancouver to San José delayed?

About 0% of weekly flights between Vancouver and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 0 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?

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

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 8 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Vancouver to San José, such as Air Transat,United Airlines, andAeromexico. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
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Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

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
491 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

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
9,139 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

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.
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,606 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,097 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

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
10,603 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Vancouver to San José. You should not have trouble finding flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Vancouver; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Vancouver per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights to the San José airport from Vancouver. It is only a 14.1 km journey from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to San José’s city centre.

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

    For as low as C$ 651, United Airlines can have you in San José from Vancouver in 15h 41m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5647 km.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 653, American Airlines will fly you from Vancouver to San José and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Avianca and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 656 and C$ 737, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 28% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    C$ 379 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Air Canada, with prices starting from C$ 386 and C$ 397, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Vancouver to San José?

    Vancouver to San José flights have a layover in Houston most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Houston?

    Most Houston visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Space Center Houston, Lakewood Church, and Houston Zoo. Travelers on a layover in Houston can visit Space Center Houston, Lakewood Church, and Houston Zoo, by traveling 54.0 km, 29.9 km, and 30.4 km, respectively after landing at Houston George Bush Intcntl. Travelers can book a car rental at Houston George Bush Intcntl for about C$ 44 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Vancouver to San José flights?

    Flights departing from Vancouver and landing in San José layover in Mexico City least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to San José (average of C$ 422). Flying from Vancouver to San José in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 759). 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 Vancouver to San José

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver 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 8 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapestC$ 656AverageC$ 934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 713AverageC$ 895FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 738AverageC$ 852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 745AverageC$ 1,089FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 812AverageC$ 1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 949AverageC$ 1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AeroMexico ConnectCheapestC$ 1,569AverageC$ 1,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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