$182+ Cheap flights from Guayaquil (GYE) 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 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 1 star |
Round-trip from | $306 (Priceline) |
One-way from | $182 (Avianca) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $324 |
Good round-trip deal | $173 or less |
Good one-way deal | $242 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Guayaquil to San JoséExplore the most affordable flight options available from Guayaquil to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 19, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Guayaquil to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 19, 2026.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
GuayaquilSan José
GYE - SJO
GYESJO
Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
vie. 2/13
1:45 pm-9:40 pm
1 stop8h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
dom. 2/15
1:45 am-2:25 pm
1 stop11h 40m
GuayaquilSan José
GYE - SJO
GYESJO
Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
dom. 2/8
6:33 pm-7:06 am
1 stop13h 33m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
mar. 2/24
5:50 am-1:34 pm
1 stop6h 44m
GuayaquilSan José
GYE - SJO
GYESJO
Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
sáb. 2/7
5:29 am-9:06 am
1 stop4h 37m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
dom. 2/8
8:11 am-1:34 pm
1 stop4h 23m
GuayaquilSan José
GYE - SJO
GYESJO
Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
vie. 2/6
4:33 am-8:21 am
1 stop4h 48m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
mié. 2/11
8:11 am-1:34 pm
1 stop4h 23m
GuayaquilSan José
GYE - SJO
GYESJO
Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
sáb. 3/14
6:55 pm-12:15 am
1 stop6h 20m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
mar. 3/17
4:15 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop6h 20m
GuayaquilSan José
GYE - SJO
GYESJO
Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
jue. 2/19
10:25 am-3:20 pm
1 stop5h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
mar. 2/24
4:50 pm-8:20 pm
Nonstop2h 30m
GuayaquilSan José
GYE - SJO
GYESJO
Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
sáb. 5/30
4:29 am-10:00 am
1 stop6h 31m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
vie. 6/5
8:14 am-8:51 pm
1 stop11h 37m
GuayaquilSan José
GYE - SJO
GYESJO
Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
vie. 5/1
6:28 pm-7:12 am
1 stop13h 44m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
mié. 5/6
8:14 am-8:51 pm
1 stop11h 37m
GuayaquilSan José
GYE - SJO
GYESJO
Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
mar. 6/23
5:59 am-1:53 pm
1 stop8h 54m
GuayaquilSan José
GYE - SJO
GYESJO
Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo
mié. 6/17
6:27 pm-7:12 am
1 stop13h 45m
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- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Guayaquil-San José 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 Guayaquil-San José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Guayaquil to San José
How far ahead should I book a flight from Guayaquil to San José?
The price you pay for your flight from Guayaquil to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Guayaquil to San José?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guayaquil to San José (average of $122). Flying from Guayaquil to San José in September is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 GYE to SJO?
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Guayaquil to San José as you normally would.
How often are flights from Guayaquil to San José delayed?
About 8% of weekly flights between Guayaquil and San José have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 114 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Guayaquil to San José flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Guayaquil to San José flights?
Over the last year, Avianca have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.
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 enero 19, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines and Avianca from Guayaquil to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Comfort
Entertainment
Boarding
Reviews
Maria,Dec 2025
PTY - SLA
Food
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Overall
Comfort
Entertainment
Boarding
Reviews
Maria,Dec 2025
PTY - SLA
Food
Crew
Overall
Comfort
Entertainment
Boarding
Reviews
Maria,Dec 2025
PTY - SLA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$159 | Average$410 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$228 | Average$299 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |