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$187+ Cheap flights from Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE) 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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MDE — SJO
Aug 9 — Aug 161
Sun 8/9
Sun 8/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in October or February, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 10, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Thu 8/205:58 pm
MDE
-
SJO
Nonstop2h 01m
Wingo
Thu 8/277:44 pm
SJO
-
MDE
Nonstop2h 06m
Wingo
Deal found 7/8$274
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/242:53 pm
MDE
-
SJO
Nonstop2h 01m
Wingo
Sun 8/307:08 am
SJO
-
MDE
Nonstop2h 06m
Wingo
Deal found 7/9$275
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Thu 10/15:58 pm
MDE
-
SJO
Nonstop2h 01m
Wingo
Thu 10/87:44 pm
SJO
-
MDE
Nonstop2h 06m
Wingo
Deal found 7/8$285
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Thu 8/275:58 pm
MDE
-
SJO
Nonstop2h 01m
Wingo
Thu 9/37:44 pm
SJO
-
MDE
Nonstop2h 06m
Wingo
Deal found 7/8$296
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1210:35 am
MDE
-
SJO
1 stop4h 17m
Copa Airlines
Tue 8/1810:03 am
SJO
-
MDE
1 stop3h 42m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/9$303
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 9/219:15 am
MDE
-
SJO
1 stop5h 37m
Copa Airlines
Thu 10/14:08 am
SJO
-
MDE
1 stop9h 07m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/8$304
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/245:00 am
MDE
-
SJO
1 stop4h 19m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/304:08 am
SJO
-
MDE
1 stop9h 07m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/6$314
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/245:00 am
MDE
-
SJO
1 stop9h 52m
Copa Airlines
Sat 8/298:12 am
SJO
-
MDE
1 stop5h 03m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/8$315
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/255:50 pm
MDE
-
SJO
Nonstop2h 00m
Avianca
Sun 8/302:00 pm
SJO
-
MDE
Nonstop1h 55m
Avianca
Deal found 7/8$321

Find flight deals from Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE) 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 10, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$274
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$187
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$318

Good round-trip deal

$329 or less

Good one-way deal

$243 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Jose Maria Cordova Intl 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 July 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

MedellínSan José

MDE - SJO

MDESJO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 10/20

5:00 am-1:52 pm

1 stop9h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/26

3:58 am-2:45 pm

1 stop9h 47m

$303

MedellínSan José

MDE - SJO

MDESJO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Wed 8/26

12:40 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop6h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/30

4:08 am-2:15 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$303

MedellínSan José

MDE - SJO

MDESJO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 7/30

10:35 am-4:51 pm

1 stop7h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/5

12:05 pm-8:35 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$303

MedellínSan José

MDE - SJO

MDESJO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 9/29

12:40 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop5h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/3

5:45 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$303

MedellínSan José

MDE - SJO

MDESJO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 10/22

10:35 am-6:24 pm

1 stop8h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/27

5:38 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$304
Quickest round-trip

MedellínSan José

MDE - SJO

MDESJO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Fri 12/11

5:00 am-9:07 am

1 stop5h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/14

10:01 am-2:45 pm

1 stop3h 44m

$304

MedellínSan José

MDE - SJO

MDESJO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Tue 11/3

10:45 am-1:51 pm

1 stop4h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/8

10:03 am-8:35 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$304

MedellínSan José

MDE - SJO

MDESJO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 8/20

8:35 am-6:59 pm

1 stop11h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/25

4:08 am-2:45 pm

1 stop9h 37m

$304
Cheapest one-way

MedellínSan José

MDE - SJO

MDESJO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 8/6

10:35 am-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$189

MedellínSan José

MDE - SJO

MDESJO

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Thu 8/20

5:00 am-4:49 pm

1 stop12h 49m

$189

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Compare providers for flights from Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José

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 Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport-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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport-San José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Jose Maria Cordova Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José?

The best time to book flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José is 81 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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José (average of $213). Flying from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 MDE to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Jose Maria Cordova Intl 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 10, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 48% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José. Price data was last updated on July 4, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José?

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 10, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines and Avianca from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport 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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,565 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,565 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,565 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,523 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,565 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Jose Maria Cordova Intl 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 airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO), located 8.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José. 3 airlines have flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José?

    A quick flight from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José can take about 9h 52m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $303. Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport and San José are separated by a distance of 656 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José round-trip?

    Wingo, at $155, was found to be the cheapest airline from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Copa Airlines and Avianca. Users have found that Wingo is 44% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José one-way?

    $129 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Wingo. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Avianca and Copa Airlines, with prices starting from $159 and $187, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José consider choosing Avianca (95%), Avianca Costa Rica (95%) or Wingo (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José?

    While on average a flight from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José is generally $343, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $168. When looking at the most popular route, (Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), you can expect to pay $253 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Jose Maria Cordova Intl 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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José (average of $213). Flying from Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport to San José in June is currently the most expensive (average of $345). 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 Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Jose Maria Cordova Intl 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 10, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
WingoCheapest$155Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$170Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$175Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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