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$144+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Guayaquil (GYE)

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 12/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — GYE
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo are usually found in July or June, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Guayaquil

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Guayaquil (GYE). 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 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$256
(Priceline)

One-way from

$144
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$271

Good round-trip deal

$309 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San José to Guayaquil
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Guayaquil. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/245:30 pmSJO - GYE
Nonstop2h 20mAvianca
Sat 11/226:55 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop6h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/16$256
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/304:08 amSJO - GYE
1 stop6h 10mCopa Airlines
Sat 12/136:34 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop13h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/15$269
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/274:08 amSJO - GYE
1 stop6h 10mCopa Airlines
Mon 12/16:34 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop13h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/15$280
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2810:55 amSJO - GYE
1 stop6h 35mAvianca
Sun 11/303:30 amGYE - SJO
1 stop6h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/15$287
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/51:45 amSJO - GYE
1 stop6h 30mAvianca
Sun 11/93:30 amGYE - SJO
1 stop6h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/15$289
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/94:08 amSJO - GYE
1 stop12h 34mCopa Airlines
Fri 11/142:35 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop5h 32mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/14$291
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/222:19 pmSJO - GYE
1 stop8h 38mCopa Airlines
Sun 1/44:33 amGYE - SJO
1 stop6h 27mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/16$302
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/202:19 pmSJO - GYE
1 stop5h 24mCopa Airlines
Fri 12/264:32 amGYE - SJO
1 stop10h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/16$308
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2010:58 amSJO - GYE
1 stop5h 36mCopa Airlines
Mon 10/276:34 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop13h 56mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/15$341

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Guayaquil 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Guayaquil that are best for you.

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San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/8

4:15 pm-1:05 am

1 stop7h 50m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Sat 12/13

10:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/9

1:45 am-9:15 am

1 stop6h 30m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Fri 12/12

3:30 am-8:50 am

1 stop6h 20m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/12

9:45 am-5:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Wed 11/19

10:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

4:45 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Mon 11/10

9:05 am-12:45 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/30

4:08 am-11:18 am

1 stop6h 10m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Sat 12/13

6:34 pm-7:10 am

1 stop13h 36m

$269

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/28

6:07 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Sun 11/30

6:02 am-9:59 am

1 stop4h 57m

$280

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/28

11:00 am-11:55 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Mon 12/1

6:34 pm-7:10 am

1 stop13h 36m

$280

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/27

5:49 am-11:18 am

1 stop4h 29m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Sun 11/30

6:02 am-9:59 am

1 stop4h 57m

$280

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/16

10:08 am-8:43 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$151

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/9

4:08 am-1:36 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$151

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Compare providers for flights from San José to Guayaquil

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 Guayaquil in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 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-Guayaquil flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José-Guayaquil flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José-Guayaquil flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Guayaquil flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Guayaquil from San José with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Guayaquil

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Guayaquil. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José to Guayaquil, you should look to book at least 53 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 San José to Guayaquil?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Guayaquil (average of $133). Flying from San José to Guayaquil in December is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 GYE?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Guayaquil. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José to Guayaquil in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 48% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Guayaquil

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Guayaquil. 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 Guayaquil. Reviews last updated October 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines and Avianca from San José to Guayaquil have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,551 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,551 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,551 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,452 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,551 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.

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  • How popular is this San José to Guayaquil flight route?

    This flight path from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo was viewed by 1 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 to Guayaquil?

    A quick flight from San José to Guayaquil can take about 6h 10m. Avianca provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $269. There are 890 mi between San José and Guayaquil. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Avianca ($210), and Copa Airlines ($233) offers the cheapest pricing from San José to Guayaquil. You may be able to fly from San José to Guayaquil for 21% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    While on average a flight from San José to Guayaquil is generally $479, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $255. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo), you can expect to pay $275 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Guayaquil (average of $133). Flying from San José to Guayaquil in December is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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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Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José to Guayaquil. 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$210Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$233Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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