$137+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Cancún (CUN)
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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheapest flights from San José to CancúnExplore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Cheap flight deals from San José to Cancún
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Cancún (CUN). 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 October 27, 2025.
Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $197 (CheapOair) |
One-way from | $137 (Avianca) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $232 |
Good round-trip deal | $111 or less |
Good one-way deal | $102 or less |
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Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San JoséCancún
SJO - CUN
SJOCUN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 11/3
4:08 am-10:12 am
1 stop5h 04m
Cancun
Thu 11/13
11:19 am-7:07 pm
1 stop8h 48m
San JoséCancún
SJO - CUN
SJOCUN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 12/5
5:49 am-10:04 pm
1 stop15h 15m
Cancun
Tue 12/9
4:41 pm-7:10 am
1 stop15h 29m
San JoséCancún
SJO - CUN
SJOCUN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 11/12
7:55 am-5:25 pm
1 stop8h 30m
Cancun
Tue 11/18
3:40 pm-11:40 pm
1 stop9h 00m
San JoséCancún
SJO - CUN
SJOCUN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 12/13
6:07 pm-10:09 am
1 stop15h 02m
Cancun
Thu 12/18
7:00 am-1:53 pm
1 stop7h 53m
San JoséCancún
SJO - CUN
SJOCUN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/10
5:53 pm-10:09 am
1 stop15h 16m
Cancun
Wed 12/17
11:17 am-10:06 pm
1 stop11h 49m
San JoséCancún
SJO - CUN
SJOCUN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 11/21
5:50 pm-10:12 am
1 stop15h 22m
Cancun
Thu 11/27
4:41 pm-7:33 am
1 stop15h 52m
San JoséCancún
SJO - CUN
SJOCUN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 11/20
11:00 am-10:05 pm
1 stop10h 05m
Cancun
Thu 11/27
4:41 pm-7:33 am
1 stop15h 52m
San JoséCancún
SJO - CUN
SJOCUN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 11/19
5:50 pm-10:50 am
1 stop16h 00m
Cancun
Thu 11/27
4:41 pm-7:33 am
1 stop15h 52m
San JoséCancún
SJO - CUN
SJOCUN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 1/8
11:01 am-10:01 pm
1 stop10h 00m
Cancun
Wed 1/14
4:42 pm-7:06 am
1 stop15h 24m
San JoséCancún
SJO - CUN
SJOCUN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 11/26
1:29 pm-4:45 pm
Nonstop2h 16m
Compare providers for flights from San José to Cancún
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Cancún in October.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Cancún flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José-Cancún flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Cancún flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Cancún flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José-Cancún flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from San José to Cancún
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Cancún
How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Cancún?
The price you pay for your flight from San José to Cancún may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 49 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 Cancún?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Cancún (average of $57). Flying from San José to Cancún in January is currently the most expensive (average of $148). 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 SJO to CUN?
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José to Cancún is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 59% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San José to Cancún?
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José to Cancún flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from San José to Cancún delayed?
About 10% of weekly flights between San José and Cancún have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Cancún flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday 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 San José to Cancún flights?
Over the last year, Volaris have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. 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 Cancún. Reviews last updated October 27, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Volaris Costa Rica, Copa Airlines, and Aeromexico from San José to Cancún by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Top 5 airlines flying from San José to Cancún
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$150 | Average$301 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$170 | Average$268 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$186 | Average$252 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
| Cheapest$189 | Average$314 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$277 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |