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$93+ Cheap flights from Guatemala City (GUA) 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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GUA — SJO
Oct 25 — Nov 11
Sat 10/25
Sat 11/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Guatemala City La Aurora to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$137
(Avianca)

One-way from

$93
(CheapOair)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$196

Good round-trip deal

$204 or less

Good one-way deal

$114 or less
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Cheapest flights from Guatemala City to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Guatemala City to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 25, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 10/156:10 amGUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 30mAvianca
Sat 10/186:10 amSJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Deal found 9/24$137
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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.
Thu 9/257:50 amGUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 30mAvianca
Sun 9/286:10 amSJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Deal found 9/24$138
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 9/299:45 pmGUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 30mAvianca
Thu 10/26:10 amSJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Deal found 9/25$147
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 10/257:50 amGUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 30mAvianca
Mon 10/276:00 amSJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Deal found 9/24$150
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Thu 11/209:40 pmGUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Mon 11/244:15 pmSJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Deal found 9/25$152
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 9/255:39 amGUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 44mCopa Airlines
Sat 10/47:55 pmSJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 41mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/25$157
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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.
Thu 10/169:45 pmGUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 30mAvianca
Mon 10/206:10 amSJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Deal found 9/25$159
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 12/96:10 amGUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Mon 12/154:15 pmSJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Deal found 9/24$160
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 12/266:24 amGUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 40mCopa Airlines
Tue 1/67:55 pmSJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 45mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/25$179
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 10/15:39 amGUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 43mCopa Airlines
Wed 10/84:11 amSJO - GUA
1 stop7h 22mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/25$181
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/24. 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 12/298:00 amGUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Fri 1/26:00 amSJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Deal found 9/24$182
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/25. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/179:45 pmGUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/255:00 pmSJO - GUA
1 stop14h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/25$185

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Guatemala City 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 25, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Guatemala City to San José that are best for you.

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Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 11/20

5:39 am-7:19 am

Nonstop1h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/5

7:55 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$179

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 10/8

5:39 am-7:22 am

Nonstop1h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/20

6:10 pm-9:18 am

1 stop15h 08m

$181

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 10/16

5:39 am-7:22 am

Nonstop1h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/29

4:11 am-8:54 am

1 stop4h 43m

$181

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 11/27

5:39 am-7:19 am

Nonstop1h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/10

2:20 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$181

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 11/9

5:39 am-7:19 am

Nonstop1h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/12

5:50 pm-9:20 am

1 stop15h 30m

$181

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 10/23

5:39 am-7:22 am

Nonstop1h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/27

6:10 pm-8:54 am

1 stop14h 44m

$181

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 3/17

6:24 am-8:03 am

Nonstop1h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/20

10:08 am-11:11 pm

1 stop13h 03m

$203

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 10/25

4:29 pm-7:30 am

1 stop15h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/27

6:10 pm-8:54 am

1 stop14h 44m

$204

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 12/4

2:26 am-7:10 am

1 stop4h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/9

6:07 pm-9:34 am

1 stop15h 27m

$204

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 3/18

5:45 am-7:17 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$93

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Guatemala City to San José in September.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Guatemala City-San José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Guatemala City-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Guatemala City-San José, San José Province flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Guatemala City-San José, San José Province flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Guatemala City-San José, San José Province flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Guatemala City to San José flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Guatemala City to San José trip
Airports
GUA

Arrive at GUA 2 to 3 hours before departure due to unpredictable security lines, especially during early morning or late evening flights.

Read more about GUAby Evie Carrick
SJO

Expect long immigration lines at SJO during peak times, taking 20 minutes to over an hour. Plan accordingly for your arrival.

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
Our travel experts
Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on GUA

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on SJO

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Best time to book a flight from Guatemala City to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Guatemala City with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Guatemala City to San José

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Guatemala City to San José. Price data was last updated on September 19, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province, you should look to book at least 61 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 Guatemala City to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $553). 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 GUA to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Guatemala City 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 25, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 44% 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 Guatemala City 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 September 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Guatemala City to San José, such as Copa Airlines, Avianca, and Volaris. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,539 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,539 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,539 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,442 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,539 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,152 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,539 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

MEX - PTY

never better, had a very plesent trip to panama, cant say the same thing of my trip, from panama to santa cruz... it was very poor, unconftrable and boring

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Guatemala City 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 Guatemala City to San José?

    To fly from Guatemala City to San José, you need to book a flight from La Aurora (GUA) to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO). Nonstop flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl from Guatemala City La Aurora take 1h 30m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 6 outbound flights from La Aurora to Juan Santamaria Intl offered by 4 different airlines.

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

    The Guatemala City La Aurora to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight path was viewed by 22 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 Guatemala City to San José, San José Province?

    Airlines like Copa Airlines fly from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province in about 1h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. There are 531 mi between Guatemala City and San José, San José Province. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Volaris ($91), Copa Airlines ($104), and Volaris Costa Rica ($140) offers the cheapest pricing from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province. Users have found that Volaris is 53% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Volaris Costa Rica, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $93. Avianca flights start at $108 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $109 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province consider choosing Air France (100%), Copa Airlines (100%) or Avianca (96%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $102. While the most popular route (Guatemala City La Aurora - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $154 on average, our data indicates $192 when flying from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $553). 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 4 airlines flying from Guatemala City to San José

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Guatemala City 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 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$91Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$104Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$140Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$162Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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