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Cheap flights from Canada to San José from C$ 261

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 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYZ — SJO
24 May — 31 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Canada to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canada to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 April 2026.

Mon 15/66:20 p.m.
YUL
-
SJO
Nonstop5h 45m
Air Transat
Mon 22/611:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YUL
Nonstop5h 45m
Air Transat
Deal found 20/4C$ 498
Tue 12/56:00 a.m.
YOW
-
SJO
2 stops15h 37m
United Airlines
Tue 19/57:55 a.m.
SJO
-
YOW
2 stops31h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 20/4C$ 499
Fri 1/51:00 p.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
1 stop24h 55m
United Airlines
Thu 7/51:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
2 stops18h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/4C$ 499
Mon 4/56:35 p.m.
YUL
-
SJO
2 stops27h 02m
United Airlines
Fri 29/512:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YUL
2 stops18h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/4C$ 501
Thu 7/510:15 a.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
2 stops28h 06m
United Airlines
Thu 14/51:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
2 stops29h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/4C$ 501
Fri 1/56:35 p.m.
YUL
-
SJO
2 stops19h 46m
United Airlines
Fri 8/57:55 a.m.
SJO
-
YUL
2 stops24h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 22/4C$ 502
Mon 1/66:20 p.m.
YUL
-
SJO
Nonstop5h 45m
Air Transat
Mon 22/611:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YUL
Nonstop5h 45m
Air Transat
Deal found 19/4C$ 503
Mon 15/66:20 p.m.
YUL
-
SJO
Nonstop5h 45m
Air Transat
Fri 19/611:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YUL
Nonstop5h 45m
Air Transat
Deal found 21/4C$ 508
Fri 8/56:10 a.m.
YUL
-
SJO
1 stop31h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 2/612:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YUL
2 stops18h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/4C$ 510
Fri 8/56:10 a.m.
YUL
-
SJO
1 stop31h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 23/511:13 a.m.
SJO
-
YUL
2 stops21h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 21/4C$ 512
Mon 25/56:10 a.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
1 stop18h 29m
United Airlines
Tue 2/612:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
2 stops15h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 19/4C$ 512
Sun 14/66:10 a.m.
YYZ
-
SJO
1 stop18h 29m
United Airlines
Thu 25/61:25 p.m.
SJO
-
YYZ
2 stops18h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 513

Find flight deals from Canada to San José

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Canada to San José flight deals. Data was last updated 24 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 498

One-way from

C$ 261

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

C$ 646

Good round-trip deal

C$ 581 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 284 or less
Air Transat
  • Air Transat
  • 15/6-22/6
  • Nonstop
  • 11h 30m total
  • Canada to San José
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Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 22/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 30m total
  • Canada to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (C$ 148 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 45 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Canada to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 28/5

8:50 a.m.-10:39 p.m.

2 stops15h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/6

12:30 a.m.-5:56 p.m.

2 stops15h 26m

C$ 499

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 5/5

6:10 a.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops15h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/5

7:55 a.m.-10:40 a.m.

2 stops24h 45m

C$ 501

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 5/5

6:35 p.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops27h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 29/5

12:30 a.m.-9:26 p.m.

2 stops18h 56m

C$ 501

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 8/5

6:35 p.m.-11:55 a.m.

2 stops19h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 22/5

1:25 p.m.-9:26 p.m.

2 stops30h 01m

C$ 510

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 9/5

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

2 stops24h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 16/5

7:55 a.m.-10:40 a.m.

2 stops24h 45m

C$ 512

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 12/5

10:15 a.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops11h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 23/5

12:30 a.m.-8:44 p.m.

2 stops18h 14m

C$ 518

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 10/5

6:35 p.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops27h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 16/5

7:55 a.m.-2:40 p.m.

2 stops28h 45m

C$ 520

MontrealSan José

YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Fri 15/5

2:20 p.m.-11:55 a.m.

2 stops23h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 23/5

12:30 a.m.-9:26 p.m.

2 stops18h 56m

C$ 523

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 3/5

9:00 p.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops24h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/5

7:55 a.m.-10:04 a.m.

2 stops24h 09m

C$ 539

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Wed 6/5

6:25 a.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops39h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/5

7:55 a.m.-10:03 a.m.

2 stops24h 08m

C$ 540

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Canada to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Canada to San José?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Canada to San José, you should look to book at least 73 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 Canada to San José?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canada to San José (average of C$ 625). Flying from Canada to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,021). 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 CA to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Canada 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 24 April 2026.

When flying from Canada to San José, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Canada to San José

Explore weekly flight availability from Canada to San José. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 24 April 2026.

The most flights from CA0 to SJO are scheduled on a Thursday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from Canada to San José delayed?

About 27% of weekly flights between Canada and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 163 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Canada to San José flights?

Historically, flights departing at night 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?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Canada to San José flights?

Over the past year, Air Transat has had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 21% of flights being delayed.

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 24 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Transat,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines from Canada to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Transat
7.8
Good
540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

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
7.8
Good
540 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

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.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,577 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

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
9,644 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

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
10,960 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

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
2,514 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
540 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

6.8

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 Canada 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 Canada?

    For a flight from Canada to San José, you will be flying into Juan Santamaria Intl. San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is just 14.1 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Canada to San José?

    Airlines like United Airlines, American Airlines, and Air Transat fly from Canada to San José in about 13h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 51m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3766 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 215 on Air Transat. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from C$ 222 and United Airlines from C$ 223 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Canada to San José?

    When deciding which route to take from Canada to San José consider Toronto Pearson Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or Vancouver Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Canada to San José?

    On average you can expect to pay C$ 610 for a flight from Canada to San José. The cheapest flight overall is C$ 289 while the most popular route, (Toronto Pearson Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at C$ 501.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Canada 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 Canada to San José?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canada to San José (average of C$ 625). Flying from Canada to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,021). 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 8 airlines flying from Canada to San José

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Canada 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 24 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapestC$ 212AverageC$ 764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 259AverageC$ 1,039FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 261AverageC$ 935FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 286AverageC$ 774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 318AverageC$ 714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 340AverageC$ 911FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AviancaCheapestC$ 343AverageC$ 622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 898AverageC$ 979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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