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$186+ Cheap flights from Pearson Intl (YYZ) 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 9/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYZ — SJO
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Toronto Pearson Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in June or May, booked 14 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Pearson Intl to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pearson Intl (YYZ) 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 August 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$326
(Avianca)

One-way from

$186
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$500

Good round-trip deal

$464 or less

Good one-way deal

$224 or less
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Cheapest flights from Pearson Intl to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pearson Intl to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 20, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/185:10 pmYYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 25mAvianca
Wed 9/245:05 amSJO - YYZ
1 stop8h 05mAvianca
Deal found 8/18$326
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Wed 10/1511:50 pmYYZ - SJO
1 stop11h 30mAvianca
Tue 10/2110:10 amSJO - YYZ
1 stop19h 05mAvianca
Deal found 8/20$327
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/225:10 pmYYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 25mAvianca
Tue 9/308:00 pmSJO - YYZ
1 stop17h 10mAvianca
Deal found 8/18$331
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/76:30 amYYZ - SJO
1 stop31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2112:35 pmSJO - YYZ
1 stop23h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/19$346
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/77:55 amYYZ - SJO
1 stop17h 20mAvianca
Fri 11/147:55 amSJO - YYZ
1 stop13h 40mAvianca
Deal found 8/19$347
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/95:10 pmYYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 25mAvianca
Thu 9/255:05 amSJO - YYZ
1 stop8h 05mAvianca
Deal found 8/18$348
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/95:10 pmYYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 25mAvianca
Thu 9/188:00 pmSJO - YYZ
1 stop17h 10mAvianca
Deal found 8/20$357
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2712:55 amYYZ - SJO
1 stop16h 25mAvianca
Sat 11/11:45 amSJO - YYZ
1 stop27h 50mAvianca
Deal found 8/18$362

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José that are best for you.

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TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 9/18

5:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/24

5:05 am-3:10 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$326

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 9/18

5:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/25

8:00 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$326

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 10/15

11:50 pm-9:20 am

1 stop11h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/21

10:10 am-7:15 am

1 stop19h 05m

$327

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 9/24

11:50 pm-9:20 am

1 stop11h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/28

7:45 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$331

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 9/22

5:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/30

8:00 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$331

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 10/7

6:30 am-11:30 am

1 stop31h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/21

12:35 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop23h 30m

$346

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 11/7

7:55 am-12:15 am

1 stop17h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/13

1:45 am-10:35 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$347

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 9/9

5:10 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/25

5:05 am-3:10 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$348

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 9/13

6:30 am-11:14 am

1 stop30h 44m

$186

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 9/23

11:50 pm-9:20 am

1 stop11h 30m

$187

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The best insider tips for Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José trip
Airports
YYZ

Toronto Pearson offers unlimited free Wi-Fi, making it easy to stay connected on multiple devices without hassle.

Read more about YYZby Kaitlyn McInnis
SJO

At SJO, expect long immigration lines during peak times, potentially taking over an hour to clear.

Read more about SJOby Marisa Garcia
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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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Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn McInnis

Expert on YYZ

Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn McInnis

Kaitlyn is a guidebook author and travel writer splitting her time between Atlantic Canada and Istanbul, Türkiye. She has visited over fifty countries and all seven continents, so she is very familiar with many hotels, airports and airlines around the globe. But her favorite type of vacation is sunbathing by the sea with a good book in hand.

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Best time to book a flight from Pearson Intl to San José

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Pearson Intl to San José. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province is 14 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 Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Pearson 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 August 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Pearson Intl to San José. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 August 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Transat, Copa Airlines, and American Airlines from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
430 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Liam,Jun 2025

GLA - YYZ

To and from Glasgow with Air Transat. Excellent flights, food, service. Nothing but praise.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
430 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
430 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Liam,Jun 2025

GLA - YYZ

To and from Glasgow with Air Transat. Excellent flights, food, service. Nothing but praise.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,510 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
430 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Liam,Jun 2025

GLA - YYZ

To and from Glasgow with Air Transat. Excellent flights, food, service. Nothing but praise.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
430 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Liam,Jun 2025

GLA - YYZ

To and from Glasgow with Air Transat. Excellent flights, food, service. Nothing but praise.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,000 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
430 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Liam,Jun 2025

GLA - YYZ

To and from Glasgow with Air Transat. Excellent flights, food, service. Nothing but praise.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,411 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
430 reviews

Food

6.8

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Liam,Jun 2025

GLA - YYZ

To and from Glasgow with Air Transat. Excellent flights, food, service. Nothing but praise.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Pearson 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 Toronto Pearson Intl?

    Most people fly into San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) if they book a flight to San José from Toronto Pearson Intl. On average, Juan Santamaria Intl has 0 inbound flights from Toronto Pearson Intl per day from 7 airlines. San José Juan Santamaria Intl is conveniently located just 8.8 mi from San José’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Airlines like Avianca fly from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province in about 8h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 2342 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($207), Copa Airlines ($252), and Air Transat ($268) offers the cheapest pricing from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province. These flights start at 59% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

    On average you can expect to pay $406 for a flight from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province. The cheapest flight overall is $171 while the most popular route, (Toronto Pearson Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $316.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Pearson 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 Pearson Intl to San José.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Pearson 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 Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport 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 7 airlines flying from Pearson Intl to San José

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Pearson 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$207Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$252Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air TransatCheapest$268Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
AviancaCheapest$323Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$338Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$389Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$488Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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