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$122+ 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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — GYE
Feb 18 — Feb 251
Wed 2/18
Wed 2/25
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 39 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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 January 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$256
(Avianca)

One-way from

$122
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$298

Good round-trip deal

$373 or less

Good one-way deal

$176 or less
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From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
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One-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 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 January 19, 2026.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Tue 3/39:45 am
SJO
-
GYE
1 stop12h 50m
Avianca
Tue 3/108:40 am
GYE
-
SJO
1 stop5h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 1/18$256
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/15:50 am
SJO
-
GYE
1 stop4h 28m
Copa Airlines
Mon 2/24:33 am
GYE
-
SJO
1 stop4h 48m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/17$258
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/58:11 am
SJO
-
GYE
1 stop4h 23m
Copa Airlines
Thu 2/128:34 am
GYE
-
SJO
2 stops9h 12m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/17$274
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 1/264:09 am
SJO
-
GYE
1 stop6h 09m
Copa Airlines
Sun 2/16:33 pm
GYE
-
SJO
1 stop15h 33m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/18$283
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Tue 2/38:48 am
SJO
-
GYE
1 stop10h 58m
Copa Airlines
Sun 2/154:33 am
GYE
-
SJO
3 stops13h 13m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/18$288
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/241:45 am
SJO
-
GYE
1 stop6h 30m
Avianca
Fri 2/68:50 pm
GYE
-
SJO
1 stop16h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 1/16$289
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 5/3010:05 am
SJO
-
GYE
1 stop9h 46m
Copa Airlines
Fri 6/54:28 am
GYE
-
SJO
1 stop4h 53m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/18$291
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Fri 5/110:05 am
SJO
-
GYE
1 stop12h 31m
Copa Airlines
Thu 5/78:28 am
GYE
-
SJO
2 stops9h 19m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/18$296
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/15:55 pm
SJO
-
GYE
1 stop5h 06m
Copa Airlines
Thu 10/158:24 am
GYE
-
SJO
2 stops9h 28m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/17$307
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/34:50 pm
SJO
-
GYE
Nonstop2h 30m
Avianca
Mon 2/161:25 pm
GYE
-
SJO
1 stop9h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 1/17$311
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 6/45:57 pm
SJO
-
GYE
1 stop5h 04m
Copa Airlines
Thu 6/118:27 am
GYE
-
SJO
1 stop6h 26m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/18$316

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 January 19, 2026.
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

Tue 3/10

4:50 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Tue 3/17

6:30 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/2

1:45 am-9:15 am

1 stop6h 30m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Tue 3/10

8:40 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/1

5:50 am-11:18 am

1 stop4h 28m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Mon 2/2

4:33 am-8:21 am

1 stop4h 48m

$258

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/5

5:50 am-11:18 am

1 stop4h 28m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Thu 2/12

8:34 am-4:46 pm

2 stops9h 12m

$274

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/20

5:50 am-11:18 am

1 stop4h 28m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Fri 2/20

6:33 pm-7:06 am

1 stop13h 33m

$283

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

4:09 am-8:46 pm

1 stop15h 37m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Sun 2/15

4:33 am-4:46 pm

3 stops13h 13m

$288

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/4

4:15 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$122

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/5

1:45 am-9:15 am

1 stop6h 30m

$129

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

4:15 pm-1:05 am

1 stop7h 50m

$129

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/3

4:15 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$129

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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 January 16, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José to Guayaquil, you should look to book at least 39 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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $219). 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 January 19, 2026.

When flying from San José to Guayaquil, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 January 19, 2026.
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
1,560 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,560 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,560 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,495 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,560 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.

Related info for your journey

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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 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 to Guayaquil?

    A quick flight from San José to Guayaquil can take about 2h 30m. Avianca provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $256. There are 890 mi between San José and Guayaquil. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Copa Airlines ($176), and Avianca ($205) offers the cheapest pricing from San José to Guayaquil. You may be able to fly from San José to Guayaquil for 32% 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 $356, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $159. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo), you can expect to pay $283 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.

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

    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 March is currently the most expensive (average of $219). 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 2 airlines flying from San José to Guayaquil

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 January 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$176Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$205Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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