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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José from C$ 277

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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
31 Mar — 7 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 March 2026.

Wed 25/212:25 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop18h 07m
United Airlines
Wed 11/35:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop32h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/2C$ 593
Mon 13/412:10 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop30h 27m
United Airlines
Sat 18/46:00 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops29h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/2C$ 608
Sat 28/27:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops13h 00m
United Airlines
Tue 10/38:40 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop13h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/2C$ 626
Wed 25/212:25 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop18h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 10/38:40 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop13h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/2C$ 633
Tue 19/59:10 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops22h 25m
Air Canada
Sat 6/67:15 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops24h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/2C$ 637
Sun 13/911:10 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops21h 50m
Air Canada
Sat 26/97:40 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops24h 58m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/2C$ 645
Wed 25/212:25 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop18h 07m
United Airlines
Fri 13/35:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops18h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 25/2C$ 648
Tue 14/47:20 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops13h 51m
United Airlines
Thu 30/41:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops29h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/2C$ 649
Mon 2/31:37 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops20h 54m
American Airlines
Mon 9/32:20 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop23h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/3C$ 663
Tue 19/59:20 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops47h 40m
Copa Airlines
Sat 6/67:15 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop27h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 28/2C$ 665
Sat 2/56:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop14h 36m
American Airlines
Wed 20/511:35 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop24h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 25/2C$ 670
Wed 15/46:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop14h 36m
American Airlines
Wed 22/411:35 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop22h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 26/2C$ 671

Find flight deals from Vancouver Intl to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 1 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 608

One-way from

C$ 277

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 1,049
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 13/4-18/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 15m total
  • Vancouver to San José
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12/4
  • 12/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 57m total
  • Vancouver to San José
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 13/4

12:10 p.m.-7:37 p.m.

1 stop30h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 18/4

6:00 a.m.-10:48 a.m.

2 stops29h 48m

C$ 608

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 30/3

12:10 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

1 stop21h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/4

8:45 a.m.-10:48 a.m.

1 stop27h 03m

C$ 648

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 25/3

3:30 p.m.-5:16 p.m.

2 stops24h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/4

1:25 p.m.-2:06 p.m.

2 stops25h 41m

C$ 694

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 28/4

7:20 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

2 stops13h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/5

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

2 stops38h 04m

C$ 695

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 28/3

3:30 p.m.-12:21 p.m.

2 stops19h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/4

1:25 p.m.-2:06 p.m.

2 stops25h 41m

C$ 777

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 5/6

12:09 p.m.-5:30 a.m.

1 stop16h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/6

6:00 a.m.-10:26 p.m.

1 stop17h 26m

C$ 783

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 13/5

3:15 p.m.-7:15 a.m.

1 stop15h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 24/5

12:30 a.m.-10:46 p.m.

1 stop23h 16m

C$ 783

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 7/4

7:20 p.m.-12:21 p.m.

2 stops16h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 13/4

11:13 a.m.-8:59 p.m.

2 stops34h 46m

C$ 783

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 23/4

12:10 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

1 stop21h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 28/4

8:45 a.m.-10:48 a.m.

1 stop27h 03m

C$ 783

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 11/4

7:00 a.m.-7:15 a.m.

1 stop23h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 17/4

7:55 a.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop29h 40m

C$ 783

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to San José. Price data was last updated on 27 February 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 19 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to San José?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José (average of C$ 375). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 749). 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.

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 1 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Transat,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
515 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

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
515 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
515 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

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
9,372 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
515 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

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
11,373 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
515 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

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
10,762 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
515 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

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
2,494 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
515 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.7

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

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

    Located just 14.1 km from the city centre, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San José from Vancouver Intl. Booking flights from Vancouver Intl to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Vancouver Intl from 6 different airlines.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José in 30h 27m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Vancouver Intl Airport and San José is about 5647 km.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José round-trip from C$ 478. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Avianca, from C$ 624, and United Airlines, from C$ 728. You may be able to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José for 47% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José are American Airlines (C$ 374), United Airlines (C$ 384), and Air Canada (C$ 401).

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José (average of C$ 375). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 749). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapestC$ 478AverageC$ 867FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 647AverageC$ 873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 729AverageC$ 838FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 837AverageC$ 1,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 890AverageC$ 1,144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 1,101AverageC$ 1,523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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