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Cheap flights from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport from C$ 379

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 13/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — YVR
15 Apr — 22 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from San José to Vancouver Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Vancouver Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 March 2026.

Tue 17/311:35 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop22h 54m
American Airlines
Mon 30/37:10 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop13h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 11/3C$ 771
Thu 23/411:35 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop12h 13m
American Airlines
Sat 25/41:45 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops22h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/3C$ 778
Sat 23/512:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops22h 56m
United Airlines
Fri 29/52:41 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop13h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 12/3C$ 785
Sun 31/512:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop23h 16m
United Airlines
Mon 8/63:35 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops17h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/3C$ 786
Fri 1/51:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops29h 53m
United Airlines
Mon 11/512:10 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop23h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/3C$ 787
Sun 1/113:11 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops23h 26m
American Airlines
Sun 8/111:32 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops20h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 13/3C$ 790
Sat 23/58:45 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop13h 14m
United Airlines
Fri 29/52:41 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop13h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 11/3C$ 792
Sat 19/91:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop10h 21m
United Airlines
Sat 26/99:45 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop20h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/3C$ 793
Tue 28/48:45 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop13h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/53:15 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop15h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/3C$ 796
Mon 11/58:45 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop13h 14m
United Airlines
Wed 17/611:58 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 13/3C$ 800

Find flight deals from San José to Vancouver Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Vancouver Intl (YVR). 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 16 March 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 771

One-way from

C$ 379

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,026
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 16/4-22/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 49m total
  • San José to Vancouver
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13/4
  • 13/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 37h 31m total
  • San José to Vancouver
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 23/5

8:45 a.m.-11:22 p.m.

1 stop15h 37m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 31/5

9:47 a.m.-7:15 a.m.

1 stop20h 28m

C$ 786

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/9

7:55 a.m.-10:56 p.m.

2 stops16h 01m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 10/9

2:55 p.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops27h 42m

C$ 787

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/5

1:25 p.m.-6:18 p.m.

2 stops29h 53m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 15/5

3:35 p.m.-5:30 a.m.

2 stops36h 55m

C$ 787

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 29/4

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

1 stop13h 14m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 3/5

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

1 stop15h 00m

C$ 793

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 23/4

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

1 stop13h 14m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 25/4

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

1 stop15h 00m

C$ 793

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/9

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

1 stop27h 03m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 18/9

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

1 stop23h 15m

C$ 815

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/6

6:00 a.m.-11:22 p.m.

2 stops18h 22m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 16/6

2:41 p.m.-7:15 a.m.

2 stops15h 34m

C$ 816
Quickest round-trip

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/5

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

1 stop13h 14m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 19/5

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

1 stop10h 55m

C$ 822
Cheapest one-way

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/4

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

2 stops14h 04m

C$ 396

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 28/6

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

2 stops29h 48m

C$ 398

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Vancouver Intl. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 47 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 San José to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of C$ 643). Flying from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 711). 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 Vancouver Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Vancouver Intl. 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 Vancouver Intl. Reviews last updated 16 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,428 reviews
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Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,428 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,428 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

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

    For a flight from San José to Vancouver Intl, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 14.1 km from the centre of the city. Juan Santamaria Intl is the only San José airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Vancouver Intl per day. 1 airline has flights to Vancouver Intl from San José Juan Santamaria Intl on a regular basis.

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

    United Airlines can get you from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport in just under 15h 37m. Your travel time can differ by up to . San José and Vancouver Intl Airport are separated by a distance of 5647 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport round-trip?

    United Airlines, at C$ 711, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport.. You may be able to fly from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport for 14% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport are Alaska Airlines (C$ 286), American Airlines (C$ 319), and United Airlines (C$ 349).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of C$ 643). Flying from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 711). 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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