Cheap Flights from Cancun (CUN) to San José (SJO)

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Cheap Flights from Cancun (CUN) to San José (SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

avianca
Fri, 23 Jan. - Mon, 26 Jan.
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
AU$605 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$605
Return
found 2 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, 23 Jan. from Cancun to San José, returning Mon, 26 Jan., priced at AU$605 found 2 days ago
avianca
Fri, 23 Jan. - Mon, 26 Jan.
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
AU$673 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$673
Return
found 2 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, 23 Jan. from Cancun to San José, returning Mon, 26 Jan., priced at AU$673 found 2 days ago
Copa
Fri, 23 Jan. - Mon, 26 Jan.
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
AU$687 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$687
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, 23 Jan. from Cancun to San José, returning Mon, 26 Jan., priced at AU$687 found 2 days ago
avianca
Fri, 23 Jan. - Mon, 26 Jan.
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
AU$696 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$696
Return
found 2 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, 23 Jan. from Cancun to San José, returning Mon, 26 Jan., priced at AU$696 found 2 days ago
avianca
Fri, 23 Jan. - Mon, 26 Jan.
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
AU$712 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$712
Return
found 2 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, 23 Jan. from Cancun to San José, returning Mon, 26 Jan., priced at AU$712 found 2 days ago
avianca
Fri, 23 Jan. - Mon, 26 Jan.
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
AU$719 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$719
Return
found 2 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, 23 Jan. from Cancun to San José, returning Mon, 26 Jan., priced at AU$719 found 2 days ago
avianca
Fri, 23 Jan. - Mon, 26 Jan.
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
AU$737 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$737
Return
found 2 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, 23 Jan. from Cancun to San José, returning Mon, 26 Jan., priced at AU$737 found 2 days ago
Aeromexico
Fri, 23 Jan. - Mon, 26 Jan.
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
AU$744 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$744
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Fri, 23 Jan. from Cancun to San José, returning Mon, 26 Jan., priced at AU$744 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Fri, 23 Jan. - Mon, 26 Jan.
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
AU$1,057 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,057
Return
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 23 Jan. from Cancun to San José, returning Mon, 26 Jan., priced at AU$1,057 found 2 days ago
United
Fri, 23 Jan. - Mon, 26 Jan.
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
AU$1,380 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$1,380
Return
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, 23 Jan. from Cancun to San José, returning Mon, 26 Jan., priced at AU$1,380 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cancun (CUN) to San José (SJO)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From AU$296 - AU$423 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Cancun to San José route information
Origin airport
Cancun Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Return price
AU$545
Distance
1253 km
Average flight time
3 hours 51 mins

Your quick guide to flights from Cancun to San José

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Find cheap flights from Cancun to San José

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$605 to AU$1,380, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Cancun to San José around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to San José is normally in January.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
Start packing your bags, because round-trip journeys between Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) and SJO start from AU$605. That's based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can go up quickly, so book today to get the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from CUN to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
This can vary between airlines, as each one has its own set of terms and conditions. Visit the Customer Service Portal, where there are instructions on how to cancel your flight online.
How do I find cheap flights from Cancun Airport to SJO that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for CUN to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Cancun Airport to SJO?
A flight distance of just 1 250 kilometres separates Cancun and San Jose. Once you're up in the air, you won't get a chance to do much more than read the in-flight magazine.
Which airlines fly direct from CUN to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
Volaris Costa Rica (Q6) is one of the preferred choices for travellers jetting between Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) and Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport. Choose from the 30 flights it operates on this route each month. Volaris (Y4) is also worth checking out. It offers 30 flights per month. Between these two airlines, you'll be able to find a great deal from Cancun to San Jose.
Are CUN to SJO flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute bookings from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) can be hit-or-miss. It is possible to score a bargain, but you could also miss out entirely! If you'd rather play it safe and start your trip planning early, Expedia compares flight deals up to 12 months in advance. Just bear in mind that not all airlines issue their prices so far in advance. Our top tip? Check back often as updates are made frequently.

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