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$196+ Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/313:20 pmYVR - SJO
2 stops24h 56mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/299:40 amSJO - YVR
1 stop13h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/153:00 pmYVR - SJO
3 stops44h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/148:45 amSJO - YVR
2 stops28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$514
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/37:15 pmYVR - SJO
1 stop11h 17mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/102:20 pmSJO - YVR
2 stops25h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$561
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Fri 12/53:00 pmYVR - SJO
3 stops20h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/118:45 amSJO - YVR
2 stops28h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/4$562
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/137:15 pmYVR - SJO
2 stops23h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/132:20 pmSJO - YVR
2 stops22h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$567
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/97:00 amYVR - SJO
1 stop23h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/168:45 amSJO - YVR
2 stops14h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$591
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/309:50 amYVR - SJO
1 stop10h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/139:40 amSJO - YVR
1 stop29h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/2$593
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/101:32 pmYVR - SJO
1 stop31h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/167:00 amSJO - YVR
2 stops16h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/4$594
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/68:30 amYVR - SJO
2 stops19h 55mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/146:40 amSJO - YVR
2 stops38h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/4$616

Find flight deals from Vancouver Intl to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver Intl (YVR) 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gurufare
3 stars

Round-trip from

$432
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$196
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,003
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José that are best for you.

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Vancouver Intl

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 1/20

3:00 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops27h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/5

6:30 am-9:18 pm

2 stops16h 48m

$466

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 1/28

3:00 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops27h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/5

9:40 am-9:18 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$466

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 2/3

7:00 am-1:15 pm

2 stops28h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/17

9:40 am-11:00 am

1 stop27h 20m

$468

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 2/10

12:25 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops22h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/24

2:20 pm-9:18 pm

2 stops32h 58m

$480

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 2/8

3:00 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops20h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/15

6:40 am-9:18 pm

2 stops16h 38m

$488

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 2/4

3:00 pm-6:16 pm

2 stops25h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/8

9:40 am-9:18 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$489

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 1/18

7:00 am-8:32 am

1 stop23h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/25

6:40 am-6:03 pm

2 stops37h 23m

$489

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 2/8

7:00 am-8:32 am

1 stop23h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/14

6:40 am-11:30 am

1 stop30h 50m

$489

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 1/21

1:44 pm-12:38 pm

2 stops20h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/4

6:00 am-9:15 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$491

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 1/24

7:00 am-6:25 am

2 stops21h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

6:40 am-9:18 pm

2 stops16h 38m

$509

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Deals found on 12/3

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Compare providers for flights from Vancouver 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 Vancouver Intl to San José in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver Intl Airport-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Vancouver Intl Airport-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Vancouver Intl Airport-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust Gurufare the most. Gurufare 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 Vancouver 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 Vancouver Intl to San José

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl to San José. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José is 84 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to San José?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José (average of $336). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $552). 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 YVR to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver 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 December 4, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 December 4, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines, and Air Canada from Vancouver Intl Airport 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

YUL - ORD

Crew and customer service are 5 stars. I had a lot of luggage for a very long trip and they were nothing but helpful and found solutions to every problem. It was my first time flying with United, and they really are the friendly skies. Leg room however, on 2/3 flights was terrible. Same for entertainment: There was only a seat-mounted screen on 1/3 flights. It would have been nice to have on the longest leg of the journey.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

YUL - ORD

Crew and customer service are 5 stars. I had a lot of luggage for a very long trip and they were nothing but helpful and found solutions to every problem. It was my first time flying with United, and they really are the friendly skies. Leg room however, on 2/3 flights was terrible. Same for entertainment: There was only a seat-mounted screen on 1/3 flights. It would have been nice to have on the longest leg of the journey.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

YUL - ORD

Crew and customer service are 5 stars. I had a lot of luggage for a very long trip and they were nothing but helpful and found solutions to every problem. It was my first time flying with United, and they really are the friendly skies. Leg room however, on 2/3 flights was terrible. Same for entertainment: There was only a seat-mounted screen on 1/3 flights. It would have been nice to have on the longest leg of the journey.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,500 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,063 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

YUL - ORD

Crew and customer service are 5 stars. I had a lot of luggage for a very long trip and they were nothing but helpful and found solutions to every problem. It was my first time flying with United, and they really are the friendly skies. Leg room however, on 2/3 flights was terrible. Same for entertainment: There was only a seat-mounted screen on 1/3 flights. It would have been nice to have on the longest leg of the journey.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver 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 Vancouver Intl?

    Most people fly into San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) if they book a flight to San José from Vancouver Intl. On average, Juan Santamaria Intl has 0 inbound flights from Vancouver Intl per day from 3 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to San José?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José in about 27h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 3509 mi between Vancouver Intl Airport and San José.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $522 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and United Airlines, starting at $525 and $525 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José for 22% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $254. American Airlines flights start at $267 while deals on United Airlines start at $293 one-way.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to San José?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José (average of $336). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $552). 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 Vancouver Intl to San José

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$522Average$672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$525Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$540Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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