$136 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Mexico City (MEX)

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Cheap Flights from San José to Mexico City (SJO-MEX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $136 for one-way flights and $230 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Volaris Costa Rica
Tue, Apr 21 - Sun, Apr 26
SJO
San José
MEX
Mexico City
$230 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$230
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Volaris Costa Rica flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from San José to Mexico City, returning Sun, Apr 26, priced at $230 found 1 day ago
Volaris Costa Rica
Mon, Feb 9 - Wed, Feb 11
SJO
San José
MEX
Mexico City
$244 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Volaris Costa Rica flight, departing Mon, Feb 9 from San José to Mexico City, returning Wed, Feb 11, priced at $244 found 6 hours ago
Volaris Costa Rica
Mon, Feb 23 - Wed, Feb 25
SJO
San José
MEX
Mexico City
$251 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$251
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Volaris Costa Rica flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from San José to Mexico City, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $251 found 6 hours ago
Volaris Costa Rica
Tue, Feb 10 - Thu, Feb 12
SJO
San José
MEX
Mexico City
$256 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Volaris Costa Rica flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from San José to Mexico City, returning Thu, Feb 12, priced at $256 found 6 hours ago
Volaris Costa Rica
Mon, Feb 23 - Wed, Feb 25
SJO
San José
MEX
Mexico City
$258 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$258
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Volaris Costa Rica flight, departing Mon, Feb 23 from San José to Mexico City, returning Wed, Feb 25, priced at $258 found 6 hours ago
Volaris Costa Rica
Wed, Aug 19 - Sun, Aug 23
SJO
San José
MEX
Mexico City
$260 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$260
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Volaris Costa Rica flight, departing Wed, Aug 19 from San José to Mexico City, returning Sun, Aug 23, priced at $260 found 18 hours ago
avianca
Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9
SJO
San José
MEX
Mexico City
$293 Roundtrip, just found
$293
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from San José to Mexico City, returning Tue, Dec 9, priced at $293 just found
Aeromexico
Wed, Dec 17 - Thu, Jan 1
SJO
San José
MEX
Mexico City
$300 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$300
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Wed, Dec 17 from San José to Mexico City, returning Thu, Jan 1, priced at $300 found 3 days ago
Copa
Mon, Dec 22 - Wed, Jan 21
SJO
San José
MEX
Mexico City
$302 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$302
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Copa flight, departing Mon, Dec 22 from San José to Mexico City, returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $302 found 1 day ago
Volaris
Fri, Mar 20 - Mon, Mar 23
SJO
San José
MEX
Mexico City
$369 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$369
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Fri, Mar 20 from San José to Mexico City, returning Mon, Mar 23, priced at $369 found 1 day ago

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Flights from San José (SJO) to Mexico City (MEX)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
Mexico City Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, Iberia, LATAM Airlines Group, United, Viva, Volaris, Volaris Costa Rica, avianca
Roundtrip price
$243
Distance
1187 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 22 mins

San José to Mexico City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Mexico City

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San José to Mexico City are during the month of April. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San José to Mexico City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San José to Mexico City

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to Mexico City: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San José to Mexico City

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San José to Mexico City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $136 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San José to Mexico City flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San José to Mexico City airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from $136 or cheap return flight from $230 from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
April is the least expensive month to fly from SJO to MEX. Planning your trip for the off-season is often the key to finding better fares.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
Skip the stopovers and travel nonstop from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) with 3 carriers, including:

  • Aeromexico
  • Volaris Costa Rica
  • AVIANCA

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
While prices may vary depending on your travel dates, AVIANCA and Volaris Costa Rica are often frequently picked for flights between Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) and Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest fare for your SJO to MEX flight.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
With an average of 4 direct flights that operate from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) every day, you'll be off on your next adventure in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
Flights between SJO and MEX tend to be busiest at 12 PM. If you'd like a quieter trip and potentially cheaper tickets, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to MEX?
Jet off on a Sunday if you're after the best choice of flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX).
What is the earliest flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 6:18AM UTC-6, leaving from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). You'll be in the air for approximately 3h 17m, touching down at Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) at approximately 9:35AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
It usually takes 3 hours and 10 minutes to cover the 1,200 mi from SJO to MEX.
What airline has the least delays from SJO to MEX?
Aeromexico has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX), with an on-time rating of 96%. Use the Expedia App to view your flight status before you take off and get notified of any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
To touch down at Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) on time, book a flight that leaves from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Mexico City from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) is the only airport in Mexico City with direct flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). Explore the available options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SJO to MEX right before your getaway is typically more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your departure times and dates, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to MEX flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a SJO to MEX flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having it all in one place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Simply secure your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Mexico City Intl. Airport (MEX)?
Usually, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your SJO to MEX flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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