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$166+ Cheap flights from Guadalajara (GDL) to San Jose (SJC)

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GDL — SJC
Jul 7 — Jul 141
Mon 7/7
Mon 7/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal to San Jose are usually found in February or March, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Guadalajara to San Jose

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Round-trip from

$250
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$166
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$336

Good round-trip deal

$252 or less

Good one-way deal

$178 or less
From Guadalajara Miguel Hidal to San Jose
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Cheapest flights from Guadalajara to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Guadalajara to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 2, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 8/157:05 amGDL - SJC
Nonstop3h 45mVolaris
Fri 8/223:10 pmSJC - GDL
Nonstop3h 45mVolaris
Deal found 7/1$250
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2910:55 amGDL - SJC
Nonstop3h 45mFrontier
Mon 9/83:10 pmSJC - GDL
Nonstop3h 41mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sun 8/177:05 amGDL - SJC
Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/276:00 amSJC - GDL
1 stop13h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$286

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GuadalajaraSan Jose

GDL - SJC

GDLSJC

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Fri 8/15

7:05 am-9:50 am

Nonstop3h 45m

San Jose

Fri 8/22

3:10 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

$250

GuadalajaraSan Jose

GDL - SJC

GDLSJC

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Fri 8/29

10:55 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop3h 45m

San Jose

Mon 9/8

3:10 pm-7:51 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

$262

GuadalajaraSan Jose

GDL - SJC

GDLSJC

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Sun 8/17

7:05 am-9:50 am

Nonstop3h 45m

San Jose

Wed 8/27

6:00 am-8:18 pm

1 stop13h 18m

$286

GuadalajaraSan Jose

GDL - SJC

GDLSJC

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Fri 8/15

7:05 am-9:50 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$166

GuadalajaraSan Jose

GDL - SJC

GDLSJC

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Mon 9/29

10:48 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop3h 52m

$176

GuadalajaraSan Jose

GDL - SJC

GDLSJC

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Thu 9/4

10:20 am-6:27 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$196

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Airports
GDL

For a smooth departure, check-in online and arrive early if checking bags. Security lines at GDL generally move quickly.

Read more about GDLby Mark Chesnut
SJC

Upon arrival at SJC, rideshare pick-ups are easy with designated locations at all terminals, making it a convenient choice.

Read more about SJCby Daniel Scheffler
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Best time to book a flight from Guadalajara to San Jose

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Guadalajara to San Jose. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Guadalajara to San Jose. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Guadalajara to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guadalajara to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Guadalajara to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 GDL to SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Guadalajara to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 2, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Guadalajara to San Jose at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 2% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Guadalajara to San Jose

Explore weekly flight availability from Guadalajara to San Jose. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 2, 2025.

The most flights from GDL to SJC are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 San Jose. Reviews last updated July 2, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Volaris and Frontier from Guadalajara to San Jose by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,172 reviews

Entertainment

5.0

Food

5.4

Overall

6.7

Boarding

6.6

Crew

7.3

Comfort

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Bernard,Apr 2025

MLM - LAX

Volaris has the route and the price to beat other airlines. Its service is basic and quite OK. Its web site, internet boarding appears to be in turmoil. For travel to Morelia, it is what we choose.
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,172 reviews
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,172 reviews

Entertainment

5.0

Food

5.4

Overall

6.7

Boarding

6.6

Crew

7.3

Comfort

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Bernard,Apr 2025

MLM - LAX

Volaris has the route and the price to beat other airlines. Its service is basic and quite OK. Its web site, internet boarding appears to be in turmoil. For travel to Morelia, it is what we choose.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,290 reviews
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,172 reviews

Entertainment

5.0

Food

5.4

Overall

6.7

Boarding

6.6

Crew

7.3

Comfort

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Bernard,Apr 2025

MLM - LAX

Volaris has the route and the price to beat other airlines. Its service is basic and quite OK. Its web site, internet boarding appears to be in turmoil. For travel to Morelia, it is what we choose.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Guadalajara to San Jose?

    Booking a flight from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) to San Jose (SJC) is your only option if you wish to fly from Guadalajara to San Jose. On a typical day, there are 7 flights from Miguel Hidal to San Jose, all of which are around 3h 45m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 airlines when you book a flight from Miguel Hidal to San Jose.

  • How popular is this Guadalajara to San Jose flight route?

    Flights from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal to San Jose have been viewed 11 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Guadalajara to San Jose round-trip from $250. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Frontier. Users have found that Volaris is 13% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Guadalajara to San Jose?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Guadalajara to San Jose on time: Frontier (95%), Volaris (95%), American Airlines (94%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $247 for a flight from Guadalajara to San Jose. The cheapest flight overall is $159 while the most popular route, (Guadalajara Miguel Hidal - San Jose) is currently priced at $250.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guadalajara to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Guadalajara to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 3 airlines flying from Guadalajara to San Jose

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Guadalajara to San Jose. 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 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$210Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
FrontierCheapest$227Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$325Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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