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$143+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Quito (UIO)

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 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — UIO
Aug 17 — Aug 241
Mon 8/17
Mon 8/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Quito Mariscal Sucr are usually found in October or November, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Quito. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 18, 2026.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 8/2912:40 pm
SJO
-
UIO
2 stops13h 15m
Avianca
Wed 9/24:45 am
UIO
-
SJO
1 stop5h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 7/13$283
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/16. 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.
Wed 8/59:25 am
SJO
-
UIO
1 stop7h 15m
Avianca
Sun 8/98:00 am
UIO
-
SJO
1 stop6h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 7/16$290
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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.
Sat 9/51:40 am
SJO
-
UIO
1 stop10h 25m
Avianca
Mon 9/144:45 am
UIO
-
SJO
1 stop5h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 7/18$291
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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.
Sun 8/303:10 pm
SJO
-
UIO
1 stop10h 45m
Avianca
Fri 9/44:45 am
UIO
-
SJO
1 stop5h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 7/13$292
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Sat 8/812:40 pm
SJO
-
UIO
2 stops13h 15m
Avianca
Sat 8/156:50 pm
UIO
-
SJO
1 stop6h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 7/17$294
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/14. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/134:55 pm
SJO
-
UIO
Nonstop2h 10m
Avianca
Thu 9/173:30 am
UIO
-
SJO
1 stop6h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 7/14$300
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/13. 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 9/54:00 pm
SJO
-
UIO
1 stop6h 40m
Avianca
Mon 9/711:35 am
UIO
-
SJO
Nonstop2h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 7/13$301
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Fri 8/144:55 pm
SJO
-
UIO
Nonstop2h 10m
Avianca
Tue 8/1811:35 am
UIO
-
SJO
Nonstop2h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 7/17$302
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Mon 7/201:50 am
SJO
-
UIO
1 stop5h 50m
Avianca
Tue 8/410:10 am
UIO
-
SJO
1 stop6h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 7/17$310
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Mon 7/204:55 pm
SJO
-
UIO
Nonstop2h 10m
Avianca
Thu 7/236:50 pm
UIO
-
SJO
1 stop6h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 7/17$311
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/17. 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.
Sun 7/264:55 pm
SJO
-
UIO
Nonstop2h 10m
Avianca
Fri 8/78:00 am
UIO
-
SJO
1 stop6h 05m
Avianca
Deal found 7/17$312
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/15. 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.
Wed 8/194:08 am
SJO
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UIO
1 stop6h 19m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/236:30 pm
UIO
-
SJO
1 stop13h 40m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/15$313

Find flight deals from San José to Quito

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Quito (UIO). 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 July 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$283
(Avianca)

One-way from

$143
(FlightHub)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$330

Good round-trip deal

$320 or less

Good one-way deal

$274 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Quito 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 July 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Quito that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséQuito

SJO - UIO

SJOUIO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/29

12:40 pm-2:55 am

2 stops13h 15m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Wed 9/2

4:45 am-8:50 am

1 stop5h 05m

$283
Quickest round-trip

San JoséQuito

SJO - UIO

SJOUIO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/6

4:55 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Mon 9/14

11:35 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$291

San JoséQuito

SJO - UIO

SJOUIO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/6

5:55 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Thu 8/13

6:30 pm-8:19 am

1 stop14h 49m

$313

San JoséQuito

SJO - UIO

SJOUIO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/1

6:17 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop4h 14m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Mon 9/7

3:07 am-1:52 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$313

San JoséQuito

SJO - UIO

SJOUIO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/7

5:55 pm-12:32 am

1 stop5h 37m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sun 9/13

6:30 pm-7:10 am

1 stop13h 40m

$313

San JoséQuito

SJO - UIO

SJOUIO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/4

4:08 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sat 9/5

3:07 am-10:58 am

1 stop8h 51m

$313

San JoséQuito

SJO - UIO

SJOUIO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/14

4:08 am-12:31 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 8/18

6:30 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop4h 18m

$313

San JoséQuito

SJO - UIO

SJOUIO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/4

4:08 am-11:26 am

1 stop6h 18m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sat 9/12

3:09 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$313

San JoséQuito

SJO - UIO

SJOUIO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/3

4:08 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Mon 9/7

3:09 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop4h 15m

$313

San JoséQuito

SJO - UIO

SJOUIO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/8

4:08 am-2:07 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sat 9/12

6:30 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop4h 18m

$313

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José to Quito, you should look to book at least 19 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 Quito?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Quito (average of $290). Flying from San José to Quito in July is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 UIO?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Quito. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 18, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San José to Quito as you normally would.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Quito

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Quito. 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 Quito. Reviews last updated July 18, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines and Avianca from San José to Quito to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,564 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,564 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,564 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,526 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,564 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Katerine,Mar 2026

LAX - PTY

Really i was expecting be more friendly with family’s, more when you travel with a infant. We expected like a priority to boarding or be friendly with the spots on the aeroplane.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Quito Mariscal Sucr have been viewed 2 times in the past calendar month.

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

    A quick flight from San José to Quito can take about 4h 37m. Avianca provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $313. Airlines will cover a distance of 806 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San José to Quito is Copa Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $187 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Avianca, starting at $255. Copa Airlines is 38% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San José to Quito?

    Before booking your flight to Quito from San José, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Avianca (97%), Avianca Costa Rica (97%), Air Canada( 0%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $147. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Quito Mariscal Sucr) can be booked for $291 on average, our data indicates $334 when flying from San José to Quito.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Quito (average of $290). Flying from San José to Quito in July is currently the most expensive (average of $330). 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 Quito

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José to Quito. 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 July 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$187Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$255Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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