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$174+ 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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YYZ — SJO
Feb 6 — Feb 131
Fri 2/6
Fri 2/13
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 September, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$304
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$174
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$478

Good round-trip deal

$471 or less

Good one-way deal

$209 or less
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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 January 7, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/35:30 pmYYZ - SJO
2 stops20h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/106:30 amSJO - YYZ
1 stop30h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/227:40 pmYYZ - SJO
2 stops18h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/292:20 pmSJO - YYZ
2 stops18h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$306
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/2412:45 pmYYZ - SJO
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/105:30 amSJO - YYZ
1 stop15h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$310
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/249:30 amYYZ - SJO
1 stop11h 23mCopa Airlines
Tue 3/105:30 amSJO - YYZ
1 stop15h 07mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/6$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/215:30 pmYYZ - SJO
1 stop20h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/288:45 amSJO - YYZ
1 stop12h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$312
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/146:10 amYYZ - SJO
1 stop15h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/1611:13 amSJO - YYZ
2 stops20h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/161:00 pmYYZ - SJO
2 stops25h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/231:30 pmSJO - YYZ
2 stops18h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7$316
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/196:10 amYYZ - SJO
1 stop15h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/306:30 amSJO - YYZ
1 stop15h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$317
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/1312:00 pmYYZ - SJO
1 stop12h 15mAir Canada
Tue 1/208:35 amSJO - YYZ
Nonstop5h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 1/7$321
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/127:30 pmYYZ - SJO
Nonstop5h 35mAir Canada
Mon 1/198:50 amSJO - YYZ
1 stop9h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 1/5$322
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/193:50 pmYYZ - SJO
1 stop22h 31mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/2311:13 amSJO - YYZ
2 stops20h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$323

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Pearson 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 January 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José that are best for you.

Fly from

Pearson Intl

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San José

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Depart

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Price

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 2/19

3:30 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops22h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

12:35 pm-9:58 am

2 stops20h 23m

$304

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 2/4

9:00 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

8:45 am-11:46 pm

2 stops14h 01m

$304

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 3/3

7:40 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops18h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

2:20 pm-9:58 am

2 stops18h 38m

$304

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 2/16

6:10 am-6:16 pm

1 stop13h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

12:35 pm-9:58 am

2 stops20h 23m

$304

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 1/22

6:10 am-8:39 pm

1 stop15h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

8:45 am-10:37 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$312

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 1/23

3:45 pm-6:16 pm

1 stop27h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

6:30 am-9:58 am

2 stops26h 28m

$312

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sun 2/1

9:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop28h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

6:30 am-10:37 pm

1 stop15h 07m

$312

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 2/4

9:00 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop16h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/9

6:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops16h 29m

$312

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 1/19

6:10 am-6:16 pm

1 stop13h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

2:05 pm-4:02 pm

1 stop24h 57m

$312

TorontoSan José

YYZ - SJO

YYZSJO

Toronto Pearson Intl

Sat 1/24

5:30 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop20h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

6:30 am-10:37 pm

1 stop15h 07m

$312

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Pearson Intl to San José in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Toronto Pearson Intl Airport-San José flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Toronto Pearson Intl Airport-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Toronto Pearson Intl Airport-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Toronto Pearson 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 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?

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 January 2, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, you should look to book at least 62 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 Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José (average of $163). Flying from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $318). 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 January 7, 2026.

When flying from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José?

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

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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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 January 7, 2026.
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
491 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,562 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,094 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,603 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,494 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews

Crew

8.4

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 1 inbound flight from Toronto Pearson Intl per day from 6 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?

    For as low as $304, United Airlines can have you in San José from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport in 22h 45m. The distance between Toronto Pearson Intl Airport and San José is about 2342 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $207 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Copa Airlines and Air Canada, starting at $239 and $262 round-trip. United Airlines is priced at 55% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $164. Avianca flights start at $171 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $178 one-way.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $440 for a flight from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José. The cheapest flight overall is $193 while the most popular route, (Toronto Pearson Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $304.

  • 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?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José (average of $163). Flying from Toronto Pearson Intl Airport to San José in August is currently the most expensive (average of $318). 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 6 airlines flying from Pearson Intl to San José

Discover the top 6 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 January 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$214Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$267Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$315Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air TransatCheapest$318Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
AviancaCheapest$319Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$440Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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