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Cheap flights from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport from C$ 402

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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — YVR
29 May — 5 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from San José to Vancouver Intl

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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 29 April 2026.

Wed 7/104:20 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/107:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop30h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 783
Mon 5/107:00 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/105:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 788
Mon 5/107:00 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/105:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 789
Thu 15/101:33 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops17h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/107:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop30h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 794
Mon 5/107:00 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/1011:45 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops26h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 798
Fri 9/107:00 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/107:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop30h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 802
Mon 5/107:07 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops18h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/107:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop30h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 803
Fri 9/107:00 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop23h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 28/105:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 807
Tue 13/101:33 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops17h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/107:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop30h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 814
Fri 8/512:55 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 17/512:55 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4C$ 818
Thu 8/104:15 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 26/107:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop30h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4C$ 824

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 29 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 783

One-way from

C$ 402

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 770
7/10-26/10
  • 7/10-26/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 26m total
  • San José to Vancouver
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12/6
  • 12/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 44m total
  • San José to Vancouver
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 29 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 27/7

12:30 a.m.-8:59 p.m.

2 stops21h 29m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 3/8

3:35 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

2 stops17h 36m

C$ 869

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 25/5

12:30 a.m.-6:18 p.m.

2 stops18h 48m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 5/6

3:35 p.m.-12:21 p.m.

2 stops19h 46m

C$ 870

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/6

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

1 stop15h 37m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 9/6

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

2 stops15h 34m

C$ 876

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 27/5

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

1 stop15h 37m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 7/6

11:58 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

1 stop9h 13m

C$ 876
Quickest round-trip

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 23/6

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

1 stop13h 14m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 29/6

11:58 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

1 stop9h 13m

C$ 876

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 30/5

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

1 stop17h 26m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 27/8

2:20 p.m.-12:21 p.m.

2 stops21h 01m

C$ 881

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 31/5

12:30 a.m.-6:18 p.m.

2 stops18h 48m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 16/6

11:58 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

1 stop9h 13m

C$ 881

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 23/5

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

2 stops18h 22m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 30/5

3:15 p.m.-5:30 a.m.

2 stops13h 15m

C$ 888

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/6

12:30 a.m.-6:18 p.m.

2 stops18h 48m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 8/6

8:35 a.m.-10:39 p.m.

2 stops13h 04m

C$ 975

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 27/5

12:30 a.m.-10:56 p.m.

2 stops23h 26m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 4/6

3:35 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

2 stops17h 36m

C$ 975

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

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

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 46 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of C$ 724). Flying from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,059). 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 San José to Vancouver Intl Airport?

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 29 April 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
9,680 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,680 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,680 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

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 21h 29m. 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$ 708, 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 American Airlines (C$ 318), United Airlines (C$ 348), and Avianca (C$ 494).

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of C$ 724). Flying from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,059). 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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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 708AverageC$ 848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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