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$122+ Cheap flights from Cancún (CUN) to San José (SJO)

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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CUN — SJO
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Cancun to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in March or October, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Cancún to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cancún (CUN) to San José (SJO). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$183
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$122
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$227

Good round-trip deal

$210 or less

Good one-way deal

$56 or less
From Cancun to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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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 Cancún to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cancún to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/1710:23 amCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris
Fri 10/2412:23 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris
Deal found 9/9$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Sat 9/202:15 pmCUN - SJO
1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/2312:23 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/176:20 pmCUN - SJO
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/2412:23 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 11/263:40 pmCUN - SJO
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/11:29 pmSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$255
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 11/2911:22 amCUN - SJO
1 stop20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/28:29 amSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$272
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 12/103:40 pmCUN - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Thu 12/185:00 amSJO - CUN
1 stop8h 40mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$278
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/2912:35 pmCUN - SJO
1 stop7h 40mAvianca
Mon 12/11:45 amSJO - CUN
1 stop14h 40mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$279
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 12/193:40 pmCUN - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Thu 1/19:35 amSJO - CUN
1 stop4h 05mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$280
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/2912:35 pmCUN - SJO
Nonstop2h 07mVolaris Costa Rica
Tue 12/28:29 amSJO - CUN
Nonstop2h 16mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 9/11$282
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/114:42 pmCUN - SJO
1 stop15h 45mCopa Airlines
Tue 9/162:31 pmSJO - CUN
1 stop6h 27mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/11$283
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 12/143:40 pmCUN - SJO
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Thu 12/185:00 amSJO - CUN
1 stop8h 40mAvianca
Deal found 9/10$286

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Cancún to San José 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cancún to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

Cancún

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CancúnSan José

CUN - SJO

CUNSJO

Cancun

Wed 12/10

3:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/18

5:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$278

CancúnSan José

CUN - SJO

CUNSJO

Cancun

Mon 3/2

12:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop12h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/8

1:45 am-11:35 am

1 stop8h 50m

$279

CancúnSan José

CUN - SJO

CUNSJO

Cancun

Mon 2/23

3:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/1

1:45 am-11:35 am

1 stop8h 50m

$279

CancúnSan José

CUN - SJO

CUNSJO

Cancun

Fri 2/27

6:25 pm-8:50 am

1 stop15h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

1:45 am-3:50 pm

1 stop13h 05m

$279

CancúnSan José

CUN - SJO

CUNSJO

Cancun

Fri 10/17

11:20 am-6:58 pm

1 stop8h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/24

6:10 pm-10:43 am

1 stop15h 33m

$283

CancúnSan José

CUN - SJO

CUNSJO

Cancun

Sun 12/14

3:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/18

5:00 am-2:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$286

CancúnSan José

CUN - SJO

CUNSJO

Cancun

Thu 2/26

12:35 pm-1:42 pm

Nonstop2h 07m

$127

CancúnSan José

CUN - SJO

CUNSJO

Cancun

Thu 11/6

12:35 pm-12:15 am

1 stop12h 40m

$135

CancúnSan José

CUN - SJO

CUNSJO

Cancun

Tue 11/11

6:25 pm-8:50 am

1 stop15h 25m

$135

CancúnSan José

CUN - SJO

CUNSJO

Cancun

Mon 11/10

3:40 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$137

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Best time to book a flight from Cancún to San José

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cancún to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Cancún to San José. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cancún to San José, San José Province is 57 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cancún to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cancún to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Cancún to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 CUN to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Cancún to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

When flying from Cancún to San José, San José Province, 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 San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cancún to San José, such as Volaris. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,155 reviews

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.6

Food

5.3

Comfort

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tania,Jul 2025

OAX - MEX

They don’t even offer you water, we paid $300 usd from Oaxaca to PV and you have to pay for water, and tv entertainment. Seats are super small that a regular size person won’t fit comfortably.
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,155 reviews
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,155 reviews

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Crew

7.3

Overall

6.6

Food

5.3

Comfort

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Tania,Jul 2025

OAX - MEX

They don’t even offer you water, we paid $300 usd from Oaxaca to PV and you have to pay for water, and tv entertainment. Seats are super small that a regular size person won’t fit comfortably.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Cancún to San José?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San José from Cancun. Booking flights from Cancun (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight to San José from 2 different airlines. 2h 07m is how long a flight from Cancún to San José Juan Santamaria Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Cancún to San José, San José Province flight route?

    This flight path from Cancun to San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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 Cancún to San José, San José Province?

    For as low as $278, Avianca can have you in San José, San José Province from Cancún in 8h 35m. There are 783 mi between Cancún and San José, San José Province.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cancún to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    According to our current data, Volaris Costa Rica ($141), and Volaris ($180) offers the cheapest pricing from Cancún to San José, San José Province. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cancún to San José, San José Province?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $112. While the most popular route (Cancun - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $283 on average, our data indicates $178 when flying from Cancún to San José, San José Province.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cancún to San José 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 Cancún to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cancún to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Cancún to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 Cancún to San José

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cancún to San José. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$141Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$180Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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