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$249+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Vancouver Intl (YVR)

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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — YVR
Aug 24 — Aug 311
Sun 8/24
Sun 8/31
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Vancouver Intl are usually found in August or October, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Vancouver Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Vancouver Intl (YVR). 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 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$458
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$249
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$563
From San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Vancouver Intl
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Cheapest flights from San José to Vancouver Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Vancouver Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 19, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/112:19 pmSJO - YVR
3 stops33h 29mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/89:30 amYVR - SJO
3 stops28h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$458
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/512:19 pmSJO - YVR
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/108:45 amYVR - SJO
1 stop24h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$463
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/311:27 amSJO - YVR
1 stop11h 18mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/810:45 amYVR - SJO
2 stops23h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$477
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/311:27 amSJO - YVR
1 stop11h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/99:45 amYVR - SJO
2 stops24h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$480
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/312:18 pmSJO - YVR
2 stops34h 52mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/108:45 amYVR - SJO
1 stop24h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$484
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/512:19 pmSJO - YVR
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/98:45 amYVR - SJO
2 stops13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$489
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/311:27 amSJO - YVR
1 stop11h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/139:20 amYVR - SJO
2 stops24h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$494
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/412:19 pmSJO - YVR
2 stops34h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/108:45 amYVR - SJO
1 stop24h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$495
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/512:19 pmSJO - YVR
2 stops34h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/117:45 amYVR - SJO
2 stops14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$498
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:10 amSJO - YVR
2 stops33h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/99:45 amYVR - SJO
2 stops24h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$500

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Vancouver Intl 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 August 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport that are best for you.

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San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

12:19 pm-8:48 pm

3 stops33h 29m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 10/8

9:30 am-3:13 pm

3 stops28h 43m

$458

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/5

12:19 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops34h 35m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/10

8:45 am-10:27 am

1 stop24h 42m

$463

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/20

5:05 am-5:26 pm

2 stops13h 21m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 10/29

8:45 am-11:15 pm

2 stops13h 30m

$484

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

12:18 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops34h 52m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/10

8:45 am-10:27 am

1 stop24h 42m

$484

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/5

12:19 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops34h 35m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 9/9

8:45 am-11:15 pm

2 stops13h 30m

$489

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/5

12:19 pm-9:54 pm

2 stops34h 35m

Vancouver Intl

Thu 9/11

7:45 am-11:15 pm

2 stops14h 30m

$498

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

11:27 am-9:45 pm

1 stop11h 18m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 9/8

10:45 am-11:14 am

2 stops23h 29m

$501

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

12:19 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops34h 51m

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/10

8:45 am-10:27 am

1 stop24h 42m

$503

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

11:27 am-9:45 pm

1 stop11h 18m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 9/13

9:20 am-11:14 am

2 stops24h 54m

$510

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

11:27 am-9:45 pm

1 stop11h 18m

Vancouver Intl

Tue 9/9

9:45 am-11:14 am

2 stops24h 29m

$511

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

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José, San José Province to Vancouver Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 47 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 San José, San José Province to Vancouver Intl Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of $258). Flying from San José, San José Province to Vancouver Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 SJO to YVR?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Vancouver Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 19, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from San José, San José Province to Vancouver Intl Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 55% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Vancouver Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Vancouver Intl. 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 Vancouver Intl. Reviews last updated August 19, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aeromexico, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San José to Vancouver Intl Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,718 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2025

VER - MEX

Was West jet. Very unconrtsble seats. If they can put more seats probably they will.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,718 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,718 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2025

VER - MEX

Was West jet. Very unconrtsble seats. If they can put more seats probably they will.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,922 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,718 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2025

VER - MEX

Was West jet. Very unconrtsble seats. If they can put more seats probably they will.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,718 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2025

VER - MEX

Was West jet. Very unconrtsble seats. If they can put more seats probably they will.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,997 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,718 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2025

VER - MEX

Was West jet. Very unconrtsble seats. If they can put more seats probably they will.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,409 reviews
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,718 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Crew

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jun 2025

VER - MEX

Was West jet. Very unconrtsble seats. If they can put more seats probably they will.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Vancouver Intl. 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 from for flights from San José to Vancouver Intl?

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Vancouver Intl from San José. Booking flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Vancouver Intl should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Vancouver Intl from 5 different airlines.

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

    For as low as $484, Avianca can have you in Vancouver Intl Airport from San José, San José Province in 13h 21m. The distance between San José, San José Province and Vancouver Intl Airport is about 3509 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San José, San José Province to Vancouver Intl Airport is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $495 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Avianca, starting at $518 and $617 round-trip. American Airlines is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Vancouver Intl Airport (average of $258). Flying from San José, San José Province to Vancouver Intl Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $405). 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 5 airlines flying from San José to Vancouver Intl

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San José to Vancouver Intl. 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 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$495Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$518Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$617Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$670Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$732Average$1,031FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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