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$146+ Cheap flights from Mexico City (MEX) 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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — SJO
Aug 24 — Aug 311
Mon 8/24
Mon 8/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in February or August, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Mexico City to San José

Cheapest flights from Mexico City to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico City to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 25, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/96:55 pm
MEX
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SJO
Nonstop3h 01m
Volaris Costa Rica
Thu 9/177:00 am
SJO
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MEX
Nonstop3h 00m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/22$207
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/196:55 pm
MEX
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 01m
Volaris Costa Rica
Wed 8/267:00 am
SJO
-
MEX
Nonstop3h 00m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/22$209
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/46:55 pm
MEX
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 01m
Volaris Costa Rica
Sun 9/137:00 am
SJO
-
MEX
Nonstop3h 00m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/24$210
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/216:55 pm
MEX
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 01m
Volaris Costa Rica
Fri 8/287:00 am
SJO
-
MEX
Nonstop3h 00m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/24$212
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/46:55 pm
MEX
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 01m
Volaris Costa Rica
Mon 8/317:00 am
SJO
-
MEX
Nonstop3h 00m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/23$216
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/106:55 pm
MEX
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 01m
Volaris Costa Rica
Tue 9/157:00 am
SJO
-
MEX
Nonstop3h 00m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/22$222
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/316:55 pm
MEX
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 01m
Volaris Costa Rica
Thu 9/37:00 am
SJO
-
MEX
Nonstop3h 00m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/21$224
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/226:55 pm
MEX
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 01m
Volaris Costa Rica
Sat 8/297:00 am
SJO
-
MEX
Nonstop3h 00m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/25$226
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Wed 8/196:55 pm
MEX
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 01m
Volaris Costa Rica
Mon 8/247:00 am
SJO
-
MEX
Nonstop3h 00m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/21$230
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/116:55 pm
MEX
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 01m
Volaris Costa Rica
Wed 9/167:00 am
SJO
-
MEX
Nonstop3h 00m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/22$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 8/106:55 pm
MEX
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 01m
Volaris Costa Rica
Tue 8/187:00 am
SJO
-
MEX
Nonstop3h 00m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/23$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/236:55 pm
MEX
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 01m
Volaris Costa Rica
Sat 9/267:00 am
SJO
-
MEX
Nonstop3h 00m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/24$235

Find flight deals from Mexico City to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Mexico City (MEX) 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 25, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$207
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$146
(Viva)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$317

Good round-trip deal

$191 or less

Good one-way deal

$181 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Mexico City Benito Juarez-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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One-way flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Mexico 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 July 25, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mexico City to San José that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 8/19

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/24

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$222

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 8/21

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/29

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$222

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 8/4

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/28

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$222

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 8/19

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/29

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$222

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 9/10

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/15

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$222

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 9/20

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/27

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$261

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 8/10

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/15

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$263

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 8/1

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/11

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$263

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 8/6

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/17

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$263

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 8/6

6:55 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/13

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$263

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Compare providers for flights from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to San José in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Mexico City-San José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Mexico City-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Mexico City-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Mexico City-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 Mexico City-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 Mexico City to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Mexico City with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Mexico City to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Mexico City to San José?

The price you pay for your flight from Mexico City to San José may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 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 Mexico City to San José?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to San José (average of $248). Flying from Mexico City to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $348). 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 MEX to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Mexico 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 July 25, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Mexico City to San José as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Mexico City to San José?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Mexico City to San José flights typically cost between $250 and $353 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $207 on Volaris Costa Rica (Sep 9-Sep 17).

The best insider tips for Mexico City to San José flights

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on MEX

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on SJO

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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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 25, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Volaris Costa Rica,Aeromexico, andAvianca from Mexico City to San José have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Volaris Costa Rica
7.9
Good
81 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

5.9

Entertainment

5.2
Volaris Costa Rica
7.9
Good
81 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.9
Good
81 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

5.9

Entertainment

5.2
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,472 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.9
Good
81 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

5.9

Entertainment

5.2
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,520 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.9
Good
81 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Food

5.9

Entertainment

5.2

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from Mexico City to San José, you will be flying from Benito Juarez to Juan Santamaria Intl. Flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) take 2h 55m for a nonstop flight. There are 5 flights from Benito Juarez to San José per day from 3 airlines.

  • How popular is this Mexico City to San José flight route?

    Flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl have been viewed 2 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Mexico City to San José?

    Airlines like Volaris Costa Rica fly from Mexico City to San José in about 3h 01m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 1186 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Volaris Costa Rica ($131), Aeromexico ($199), and Avianca ($224) offers the cheapest pricing from Mexico City to San José. Volaris Costa Rica is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Mexico City to San José are Volaris Costa Rica ($136), Viva ($141), and Avianca ($147).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Mexico City to San José?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Mexico City to San José are Avianca (93%), Avianca Costa Rica (93%) and Volaris Costa Rica (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Mexico City to San José?

    On average you can expect to pay $286 for a flight from Mexico City to San José. The cheapest flight overall is $154 while the most popular route, (Mexico City Benito Juarez - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $212.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Mexico 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 Mexico City to San José.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mexico 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 Mexico City to San José?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to San José (average of $248). Flying from Mexico City to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $348). 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 Mexico City to San José

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Mexico 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 July 25, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$131Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$199Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$224Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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