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$95+ 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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CUN
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun are usually found in May or June, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$180
(OneTravel)

One-way from

$95
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$233

Good round-trip deal

$111 or less

Good one-way deal

$108 or less
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Cheapest flights from San José to Cancún
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 September 17, 2025.

This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/712:23 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris
Tue 10/1410:23 amCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris
Deal found 9/16$180
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Sun 11/91:29 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/1412:35 pmCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$182
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 11/178:29 amSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris Costa Rica
Fri 11/2112:35 pmCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 9/15$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Tue 10/2112:23 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris
Tue 10/2810:23 amCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris
Deal found 9/14$191
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/308:24 amSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/211:22 amCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Tue 9/3012:23 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris
Tue 10/710:23 amCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris
Deal found 9/17$196
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/1512:23 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris
Mon 10/2010:23 amCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris
Deal found 9/15$197
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 10/2412:23 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris
Tue 10/2810:23 amCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris
Deal found 9/17$199
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/812:23 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris
Fri 10/1710:23 amCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris
Deal found 9/15$204
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Tue 9/3012:23 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris
Wed 10/810:23 amCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris
Deal found 9/17$205
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/28:24 amSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris Costa Rica
Thu 10/912:40 pmCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 9/16$206
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 9/2412:23 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/3012:40 pmCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$207

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Cancún that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Cancún that are best for you.

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San José

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Cancún

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Return

Price

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/19

1:40 am-5:20 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Cancun

Fri 10/31

12:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop12h 40m

$245

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/30

5:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Cancun

Thu 11/6

3:40 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$245

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/11

5:05 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Cancun

Sat 10/18

2:15 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$259

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/17

5:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop15h 35m

Cancun

Wed 10/22

4:42 pm-7:30 am

1 stop15h 48m

$267

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/15

5:55 pm-9:59 am

1 stop15h 04m

Cancun

Wed 10/22

7:00 am-6:47 pm

1 stop12h 47m

$267

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/17

10:58 am-9:58 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Cancun

Tue 10/21

7:00 am-1:54 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$267

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/15

5:55 pm-9:59 am

1 stop15h 04m

Cancun

Mon 10/20

7:00 am-1:54 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$267

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/4

8:47 am-10:05 pm

1 stop12h 18m

Cancun

Tue 11/11

11:19 am-6:55 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$267

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/11

10:08 am-9:58 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Cancun

Sat 10/18

7:00 am-1:54 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$267

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/16

5:55 pm-10:30 am

1 stop15h 35m

Cancun

Thu 10/23

7:00 am-1:54 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$267

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Cancún

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Cancún. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province 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, San José Province to Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from San José, San José Province to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San José, San José Province 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 14% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Cancún. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Cancún flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines, Aeromexico, and Avianca 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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,696 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,154 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,533 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to Cancún?

    If you book a flight from San José to Cancún, you will be flying from Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun. Flights to Cancun (CUN) from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) take 2h 16m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancún per day from 5 airlines.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Cancún flight route?

    This flight path from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San José, San José Province to Cancún?

    For as low as $245, Avianca can have you in Cancún from San José, San José Province in 14h 40m. There are 783 mi between San José, San José Province and Cancún. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Cancún round-trip?

    Currently priced at $141, Volaris Costa Rica will fly you from San José, San José Province to Cancún and back. In addition to Volaris Costa Rica, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Copa Airlines and Volaris - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $152 and $182, respectively. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Cancún?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $93. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Cancun) can be booked for $180 on average, our data indicates $196 when flying from San José, San José Province to Cancún.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San José, San José Province to Cancún?

    San José, San José Province to Cancún flights have a layover in Panama City most often.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Panama City?

    The majority of Panama City visitors spend their time at Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal. Those on a layover in Panama City interested in visiting Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, or Panama Canal can do so by traveling 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi, respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Those on a layover in Panama City in need of a rental car can book one at Panama City Tocumen Intl for about $12.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San José, San José Province to Cancún flights?

    San José, San José Province to Cancún flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Guatemala City.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Cancún 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, San José Province to Cancún?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from San José, San José Province to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 5 airlines flying from San José to Cancún

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San José to Cancún. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$141Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$152Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
VolarisCheapest$182Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$189Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$209Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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