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$203+ 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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — YVR
May 20 — May 271
Tue 5/20
Tue 5/27
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 May or October, booked 8 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 May 15, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
2 stars

Round-trip from

$503
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$203
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$627
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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 May 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Tue 7/152:42 pmSJO - YVR
2 stops24h 48mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/2110:15 amYVR - SJO
3 stops33h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15$503
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Mon 5/1911:59 pmSJO - YVR
1 stop11h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/16:00 amYVR - SJO
1 stop15h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$505
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 5/207:55 amSJO - YVR
2 stops30h 17mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/258:35 amYVR - SJO
2 stops13h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/14$515
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/612:50 amSJO - YVR
2 stops24h 08mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/166:00 amYVR - SJO
2 stops16h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/14$612
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Fri 8/225:45 amSJO - YVR
2 stops15h 23mAvianca
Fri 8/298:15 amYVR - SJO
3 stops14h 20mAvianca
Deal found 5/14$795
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Wed 6/118:00 amSJO - YVR
2 stops24h 00mAir Canada
Sat 6/1412:45 amYVR - SJO
2 stops18h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 5/15$805

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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 José

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Vancouver Intl

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San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/15

2:42 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops24h 48m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 7/21

10:15 am-8:19 pm

3 stops33h 04m

$503

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/17

11:59 pm-10:45 am

1 stop11h 46m

Vancouver Intl

Sun 6/22

6:00 am-10:04 pm

1 stop15h 04m

$506

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/11

7:55 am-11:22 pm

2 stops16h 27m

Vancouver Intl

Mon 8/11

7:20 pm-10:11 am

2 stops13h 51m

$518

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/6

12:50 am-11:58 pm

2 stops24h 08m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 8/16

6:00 am-11:30 pm

2 stops16h 30m

$612

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/22

5:45 am-8:08 pm

2 stops15h 23m

Vancouver Intl

Fri 8/29

8:15 am-11:35 pm

3 stops14h 20m

$795

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/11

8:00 am-7:00 am

2 stops24h 00m

Vancouver Intl

Sat 6/14

12:45 am-8:25 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$805

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/8

2:37 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops24h 53m

$203

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/2

1:06 am-6:17 pm

2 stops18h 11m

$216

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/8

7:35 am-9:15 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$249

San JoséVancouver

SJO - YVR

SJOYVR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/29

8:37 am-3:54 pm

1 stop32h 17m

$257

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

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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 May 9, 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 8 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 May 15, 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.

Rainfall in Vancouver Intl by month

Plan your trip to Vancouver Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Vancouver Intl Airport ranges from 1.4 - 7.4 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Vancouver Intl Airport when rainfall is around 1.4 in.

Temperature in Vancouver Intl by month

Plan your trip to Vancouver Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Vancouver Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

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 May 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from San José to Vancouver by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,731 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,339 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,323 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.

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.

  • 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 $506 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, starting at $518 and $612 round-trip. American Airlines is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San José, San José Province to Vancouver Intl Airport are Alaska Airlines ($216), American Airlines ($249), and United Airlines ($257).

  • 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $418). 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 May 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$479Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$495Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$577Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AeromexicoCheapest$670Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$732Average$952FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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