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$112+ Cheap flights from Guadalajara (GDL) 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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GDL — SJO
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Guadalajara to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Guadalajara (GDL) 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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$237
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$112
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$342

Good one-way deal

$142 or less
From Guadalajara Miguel Hidal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Cheapest flights from Guadalajara to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Guadalajara to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/711:15 amGDL - SJO
1 stop14h 05mViva
Mon 11/102:20 amSJO - GDL
1 stop18h 50mViva
Deal found 7/29$237
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/135:20 pmGDL - SJO
1 stop5h 50mAeromexico
Sat 9/208:05 amSJO - GDL
1 stop9h 23mAeromexico
Deal found 7/30$309
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sun 8/38:27 pmGDL - SJO
Nonstop3h 25mVolaris Costa Rica
Mon 9/14:13 pmSJO - GDL
Nonstop3h 21mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/29$312
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/78:31 pmGDL - SJO
Nonstop3h 22mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/102:20 amSJO - GDL
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$327
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/612:11 amGDL - SJO
1 stop9h 47mCopa Airlines
Tue 10/148:11 amSJO - GDL
1 stop14h 15mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/31$372
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/74:55 pmGDL - SJO
1 stop31h 43mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/221:30 amSJO - GDL
2 stops43h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$669

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Guadalajara to San José that are best for you.

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Guadalajara

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Fri 11/7

11:15 am-1:20 am

1 stop14h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/10

2:20 am-9:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$237

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Sat 9/13

5:20 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop5h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/20

8:05 am-5:28 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$309

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Fri 11/7

8:31 pm-11:53 pm

Nonstop3h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/10

2:20 am-1:00 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$327

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Wed 9/10

8:27 pm-11:52 pm

Nonstop3h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

4:13 pm-7:34 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$345

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Mon 10/6

12:11 am-9:58 am

1 stop9h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/14

8:11 am-10:26 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$372

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Fri 11/7

4:55 pm-12:38 am

1 stop31h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/22

1:30 am-8:32 pm

2 stops43h 02m

$669

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Thu 8/28

2:30 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop29h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

1:30 pm-1:34 pm

1 stop24h 04m

$809

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Mon 12/8

8:30 am-1:20 am

1 stop16h 50m

$112

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Sun 11/2

12:10 am-8:19 am

1 stop8h 09m

$171

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Mon 12/8

8:31 pm-11:53 pm

Nonstop3h 22m

$175

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Best time to book a flight from Guadalajara to San José

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Guadalajara to San José. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Guadalajara to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 55 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 Guadalajara to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guadalajara to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Guadalajara 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 GDL to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Guadalajara 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 July 31, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Guadalajara to San José, San José Province in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Guadalajara to San José, San José Province?

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 July 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Guadalajara to San José, such as Alaska Airlines, Copa Airlines, and Aeromexico. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,721 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,902 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Guadalajara 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Guadalajara to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Viva, at $237, was found to be the cheapest airline from Guadalajara to San José, San José Province.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Aeromexico and Volaris Costa Rica. Viva is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Guadalajara to San José, San José Province one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Viva, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $112. However, be on the lookout for offers from Copa Airlines and Volaris Costa Rica, as they are both options that can get you from Guadalajara to San José, San José Province for a low price.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $82. While the most popular route (Guadalajara Miguel Hidal - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $325 on average our data indicates $145 when flying from Guadalajara to San José, San José Province.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guadalajara to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Guadalajara 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 3 airlines flying from Guadalajara to San José

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Guadalajara 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$103Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$203Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$266Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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