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Cheap flights from Vancouver to San José from C$ 252

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 23/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
14 Mar — 21 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 12 February 2026.

Thu 26/36:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/412:19 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops35h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2C$ 755
Mon 30/31:37 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop23h 18m
American Airlines
Wed 8/411:35 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop12h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/2C$ 756
Mon 11/58:20 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/55:45 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
3 stops19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2C$ 757
Wed 6/56:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops16h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 24/512:53 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop14h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2C$ 759
Fri 10/46:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
3 stops24h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/42:39 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops23h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2C$ 760
Wed 22/47:55 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops14h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 17/512:53 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops23h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 11/2C$ 761
Sun 10/57:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops28h 21m
United Airlines
Thu 21/51:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops21h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 9/2C$ 764
Fri 8/58:20 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/55:45 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
3 stops19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2C$ 765
Wed 25/35:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops28h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/412:19 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop26h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2C$ 767
Thu 7/58:20 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 26/55:45 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
3 stops19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/2C$ 768
Thu 30/48:20 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/57:45 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops33h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2C$ 770
Sat 28/34:15 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops21h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/47:45 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
3 stops32h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/2C$ 771

Find 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 12 February 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 755

One-way from

C$ 252

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 873
26/3-14/4
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  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 56m total
  • Vancouver to San José
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23/2
  • 23/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 50m total
  • Vancouver to San José
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Vancouver

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San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 29/5

8:30 a.m.-11:33 p.m.

2 stops14h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/6

12:53 a.m.-10:58 p.m.

2 stops23h 05m

C$ 756

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 25/5

5:15 p.m.-7:15 a.m.

1 stop13h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/6

12:30 a.m.-10:59 p.m.

1 stop23h 29m

C$ 774

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 26/5

11:59 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

1 stop9h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/6

12:30 a.m.-10:59 p.m.

1 stop23h 29m

C$ 774

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 25/5

5:15 p.m.-7:15 a.m.

1 stop13h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/6

12:30 a.m.-10:59 p.m.

1 stop23h 29m

C$ 774

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 5/5

7:20 p.m.-7:15 a.m.

1 stop10h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 13/5

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

1 stop13h 14m

C$ 774

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 20/5

7:20 p.m.-7:15 a.m.

1 stop10h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 28/5

12:30 a.m.-10:59 p.m.

1 stop23h 29m

C$ 774

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 10/5

8:35 a.m.-12:21 p.m.

2 stops26h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 19/5

7:55 a.m.-8:59 p.m.

2 stops38h 04m

C$ 774

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 15/4

7:20 p.m.-7:15 a.m.

1 stop10h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/4

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

1 stop13h 14m

C$ 774

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 7/5

10:30 a.m.-11:45 p.m.

2 stops12h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 13/5

12:53 a.m.-10:58 p.m.

2 stops23h 05m

C$ 778

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 21/4

3:15 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

2 stops17h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 19/5

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

1 stop13h 14m

C$ 780

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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 6 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Vancouver to San José, you should look to book at least 20 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$ 373). Flying from Vancouver to San José in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 744). 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 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 12 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Vancouver to San José, such as Air Transat,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
508 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

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
508 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
508 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

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
9,274 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
508 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,266 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
508 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

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
10,708 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
508 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

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
2,496 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
508 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

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 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$ 774, Alaska Airlines can have you in San José from Vancouver in 13h. Airlines will cover a distance of 5647 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 475, 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$ 643 and C$ 724, respectively. Users have found that American Airlines is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    C$ 371 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$ 381 and C$ 399, respectively.

  • 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$ 373). Flying from Vancouver to San José in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 744). 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 12 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapestC$ 475AverageC$ 876FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 643AverageC$ 896FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 724AverageC$ 835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 831AverageC$ 1,459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 859AverageC$ 1,143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 972AverageC$ 1,438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AeroMexico ConnectCheapestC$ 1,583AverageC$ 1,662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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