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$106+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Guadalajara (GDL)

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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — GDL
dic. 6 — dic. 131
sáb. 12/6
sáb. 12/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guadalajara Miguel Hidal are usually found in May or February, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Guadalajara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 6, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
mié. 12/244:20 pmSJO - GDL
Nonstop3h 35mVolaris Costa Rica
mié. 12/318:45 pmGDL - SJO
Nonstop3h 22mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 11/6$242
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
lun. 12/14:20 pmSJO - GDL
Nonstop3h 35mVolaris Costa Rica
dom. 12/78:45 pmGDL - SJO
Nonstop3h 22mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 11/6$244
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
lun. 12/14:20 pmSJO - GDL
Nonstop3h 35mVolaris Costa Rica
lun. 12/88:45 pmGDL - SJO
Nonstop3h 22mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 11/5$256
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
vie. 11/74:20 pmSJO - GDL
Nonstop3h 35mVolaris Costa Rica
mié. 11/128:45 pmGDL - SJO
Nonstop3h 22mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 11/6$267
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
mié. 11/124:20 pmSJO - GDL
Nonstop3h 35mVolaris Costa Rica
dom. 11/168:45 pmGDL - SJO
Nonstop3h 22mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 11/6$272
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
mié. 11/124:20 pmSJO - GDL
Nonstop3h 35mVolaris Costa Rica
vie. 11/148:45 pmGDL - SJO
Nonstop3h 22mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 11/5$304
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
mié. 12/245:30 amSJO - GDL
2 stops12h 35mMultiple Airlines
mié. 12/318:45 pmGDL - SJO
Nonstop3h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$309
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
vie. 11/72:20 amSJO - GDL
1 stop16h 10mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 11/156:56 pmGDL - SJO
2 stops54h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6$310
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/11:15 pmSJO - GDL
1 stop8h 40mAeromexico
dom. 12/710:31 pmGDL - SJO
1 stop24h 55mAeromexico
Deal found 11/6$314
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/66:07 pmSJO - GDL
1 stop17h 00mCopa Airlines
lun. 12/812:10 amGDL - SJO
1 stop7h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/5$316
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/176:07 pmSJO - GDL
1 stop17h 00mCopa Airlines
mié. 12/3112:12 amGDL - SJO
1 stop6h 54mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/5$321

Cheap flight deals from San José to Guadalajara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Guadalajara (GDL). 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 noviembre 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$242
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$106
(CheapOair)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$289

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less

Good one-way deal

$137 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Guadalajara Miguel Hidal flight deals.
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guadalajara Miguel Hidal.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Guadalajara 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 noviembre 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Guadalajara that are best for you.

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San José

Fly to

Guadalajara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséGuadalajara

SJO - GDL

SJOGDL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 12/6

6:07 pm-11:07 am

1 stop17h 00m

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

lun. 12/8

12:10 am-7:10 am

1 stop7h 00m

$316

San JoséGuadalajara

SJO - GDL

SJOGDL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 2/1

8:11 am-10:51 pm

1 stop14h 40m

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

dom. 2/8

12:12 am-8:21 am

1 stop8h 09m

$320

San JoséGuadalajara

SJO - GDL

SJOGDL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 1/27

10:08 am-10:51 pm

1 stop12h 43m

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

mié. 2/4

12:12 am-1:53 pm

1 stop13h 41m

$320

San JoséGuadalajara

SJO - GDL

SJOGDL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 12/17

6:07 pm-11:07 am

1 stop17h 00m

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

mié. 12/31

12:12 am-7:06 am

1 stop6h 54m

$321

San JoséGuadalajara

SJO - GDL

SJOGDL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 12/17

6:07 pm-11:07 am

1 stop17h 00m

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

lun. 12/29

12:10 am-9:59 am

1 stop9h 49m

$374

San JoséGuadalajara

SJO - GDL

SJOGDL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 1/30

4:09 am-11:07 am

1 stop6h 58m

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

sáb. 2/7

12:07 pm-6:56 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$415

San JoséGuadalajara

SJO - GDL

SJOGDL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 12/21

2:53 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop7h 58m

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

mié. 12/31

12:12 am-7:06 am

1 stop6h 54m

$431

San JoséGuadalajara

SJO - GDL

SJOGDL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 12/17

4:20 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 35m

$143

San JoséGuadalajara

SJO - GDL

SJOGDL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 12/15

2:20 am-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$150

San JoséGuadalajara

SJO - GDL

SJOGDL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 12/16

1:15 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$158

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Deals found on 11/5

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Compare providers for flights from San José to Guadalajara

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 Guadalajara in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Guadalajara flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San José-Guadalajara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Guadalajara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Guadalajara 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-Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Guadalajara from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Guadalajara. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San José to Guadalajara may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 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 Guadalajara?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Guadalajara (average of $115). Flying from San José to Guadalajara in May is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 GDL?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Guadalajara. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated noviembre 6, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San José to Guadalajara in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 38% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Guadalajara?

Reviews of airlines servicing Guadalajara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Guadalajara. 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 Guadalajara. Reviews last updated noviembre 6, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Volaris Costa Rica, Copa Airlines, and Aeromexico from San José to Guadalajara by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

5.8

Entertainment

5.2
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

5.8

Entertainment

5.2
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,563 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

5.8

Entertainment

5.2
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,672 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

5.8

Entertainment

5.2
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,151 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
79 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.2

Boarding

7.8

Food

5.8

Entertainment

5.2

Related info for your journey

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

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

    There are many flights that can get you from San José to Guadalajara in 17h. Fly via Copa Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from San José to Guadalajara is about 1463 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to Guadalajara round-trip?

    Flying on Copa Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Guadalajara, with prices starting at $157. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Volaris Costa Rica and Volaris, with the lowest prices starting at $193 and $195, respectively. Users have found that Copa Airlines is 49% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $143 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Volaris Costa Rica. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Viva and Aeromexico, with prices starting from $150 and $158, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from San José to Guadalajara is $94. On average you can expect to pay $213. The most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Guadalajara Miguel Hidal), can usually be booked for $244.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Guadalajara (average of $115). Flying from San José to Guadalajara in May is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 4 airlines flying from San José to Guadalajara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San José to Guadalajara. 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 noviembre 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$157Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$193Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$195Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AeromexicoCheapest$290Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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