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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José from C$ 260

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 20/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
17 Jun — 24 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in June or October, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 12 June 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 746

One-way from

C$ 260

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

C$ 778
25/7-1/8
  • 25/7-1/8
  • 6 total stops
  • 60h 23m total
  • Vancouver to San José
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20/8
  • 20/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 34m total
  • Vancouver to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (C$ 185 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 12 June 2025.

Fri 25/77:30 p.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops18h 43mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/87:30 a.m.SJO - YVR
3 stops41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 746
Tue 12/83:15 p.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops20h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 20/88:37 a.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop32h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/6C$ 753
Fri 29/86:00 a.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop11h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/97:21 a.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop28h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6C$ 771
Fri 12/98:15 a.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops14h 00mAvianca
Sat 27/98:00 p.m.SJO - YVR
3 stops22h 26mAvianca
Deal found 10/6C$ 807
Mon 4/81:17 p.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops33h 13mAlaska Airlines
Wed 13/812:50 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops18h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/6C$ 816
Fri 26/912:40 a.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops21h 15mAir Canada
Mon 13/107:55 a.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop27h 47mAir Canada
Deal found 11/6C$ 920
Thu 25/127:00 a.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop14h 35mAir Transat
Sat 24/112:55 a.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop26h 09mAir Transat
Deal found 11/6C$ 1,191

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver Intl 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 12 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

Vancouver Intl

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San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 25/7

7:30 p.m.-3:13 p.m.

3 stops18h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/8

7:30 a.m.-12:10 a.m.

3 stops41h 40m

C$ 746

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 12/8

3:15 p.m.-12:26 p.m.

3 stops20h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 20/8

8:37 a.m.-3:54 p.m.

1 stop32h 17m

C$ 753

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 29/8

6:00 a.m.-6:15 p.m.

1 stop11h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/9

7:21 a.m.-10:41 a.m.

1 stop28h 20m

C$ 771

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 4/8

1:17 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

2 stops33h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 13/8

12:50 a.m.-6:17 p.m.

2 stops18h 27m

C$ 816

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 3/7

12:40 a.m.-10:50 p.m.

2 stops21h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/7

8:00 a.m.-7:35 p.m.

1 stop12h 35m

C$ 952

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 29/8

8:10 a.m.-11:35 p.m.

3 stops14h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/9

7:45 p.m.-9:25 a.m.

2 stops38h 40m

C$ 1,002

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 20/8

7:45 a.m.-8:19 p.m.

2 stops35h 34m

C$ 260

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 22/8

8:10 a.m.-11:15 p.m.

2 stops14h 05m

C$ 386

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 19/8

10:00 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

1 stop13h 55m

C$ 403

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 27/6

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

2 stops13h 51m

C$ 410

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to San José

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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, San José Province?

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 9 June 2025.

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José, San José Province. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). 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 YVR to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl 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 12 June 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José, San José Province in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver Intl Airport to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

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 June 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Vancouver to San José, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,531 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,345 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver Intl 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 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 10 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines (C$ 753), American Airlines (C$ 771), and Alaska Airlines (C$ 816) offers the cheapest pricing from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José, San José Province. You may be able to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José, San José Province for 21% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    C$ 386 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from C$ 403 and C$ 410, respectively.

  • 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, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). 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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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 516AverageC$ 822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 640AverageC$ 925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 644AverageC$ 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 668AverageC$ 862FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 703AverageC$ 857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJet EncoreCheapestC$ 716AverageC$ 1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 741AverageC$ 1,179FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 843AverageC$ 1,098FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 937AverageC$ 1,113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AeroMexico ConnectCheapestC$ 1,422AverageC$ 1,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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