U$S 107 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Guatemala City (GUA)

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Cheap Flights from San José to Guatemala City (SJO-GUA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at U$S 107 for one-way flights and U$S 212 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

avianca
Fri, 6 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
SJO
San José
GUA
Guatemala City
U$S 212 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
U$S 212
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, 6 Mar from San José to Guatemala City, returning Sun, 8 Mar, priced at U$S 212 found 2 days ago
avianca
Sun, 11 Jan - Wed, 14 Jan
SJO
San José
GUA
Guatemala City
U$S 222 Roundtrip, just found
U$S 222
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Sun, 11 Jan from San José to Guatemala City, returning Wed, 14 Jan, priced at U$S 222 just found
avianca
Fri, 6 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
SJO
San José
GUA
Guatemala City
U$S 234 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
U$S 234
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, 6 Mar from San José to Guatemala City, returning Sun, 8 Mar, priced at U$S 234 found 2 days ago
avianca
Sun, 28 Dec - Fri, 2 Jan
SJO
San José
GUA
Guatemala City
U$S 245 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
U$S 245
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Sun, 28 Dec from San José to Guatemala City, returning Fri, 2 Jan, priced at U$S 245 found 3 days ago
avianca
Mon, 1 Sep - Mon, 8 Sep
SJO
San José
GUA
Guatemala City
U$S 256 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
U$S 256
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select avianca flight, departing Mon, 1 Sep from San José to Guatemala City, returning Mon, 8 Sep, priced at U$S 256 found 1 hour ago
avianca
Tue, 13 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan
SJO
San José
GUA
Guatemala City
U$S 259 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
U$S 259
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Tue, 13 Jan from San José to Guatemala City, returning Sat, 17 Jan, priced at U$S 259 found 21 hours ago
avianca
Fri, 6 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
SJO
San José
GUA
Guatemala City
U$S 267 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
U$S 267
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Fri, 6 Mar from San José to Guatemala City, returning Sun, 8 Mar, priced at U$S 267 found 2 days ago
avianca
Tue, 13 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan
SJO
San José
GUA
Guatemala City
U$S 270 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
U$S 270
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Tue, 13 Jan from San José to Guatemala City, returning Sat, 17 Jan, priced at U$S 270 found 21 hours ago
avianca
Tue, 13 Jan - Sat, 17 Jan
SJO
San José
GUA
Guatemala City
U$S 271 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
U$S 271
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Tue, 13 Jan from San José to Guatemala City, returning Sat, 17 Jan, priced at U$S 271 found 21 hours ago
Copa
Mon, 29 Sep - Thu, 9 Oct
SJO
San José
GUA
Guatemala City
U$S 283 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
U$S 283
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Mon, 29 Sep from San José to Guatemala City, returning Thu, 9 Oct, priced at U$S 283 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San José (SJO) to Guatemala City (GUA)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $151 - $256 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Guatemala City

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to La Aurora Intl. GUA. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 5 minutes. Flights from $235
GUA
La Aurora Intl.
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center5 min
Flights from $235
Flights from San José (SJO) to Guatemala City (GUA)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
La Aurora Intl.
Airlines serving
Copa, avianca
Roundtrip price
$211
Distance
531 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 35 mins

San José to Guatemala City Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Guatemala 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 Guatemala City are during the month of March. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San José to Guatemala City with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to Guatemala 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 Guatemala 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 Guatemala City in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from U$S 107 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 Guatemala 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 Guatemala 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 La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA) cost?
Lock in a cheap one-way flight from U$S 107 or cheap return flight from U$S 212 from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA)?
March is the cheapest month to fly from SJO to GUA. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to finding better deals on flights.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA)?
Select from 3 carriers that operate direct flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA). Including:

  • AVIANCA
  • Volaris Costa Rica
  • Copa Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) and La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA) can vary based on when you want to travel. Copa Airlines and Volaris Costa Rica are just some good options offering competitive fares. Use Expedia's filters to compare airlines in one place and find the right SJO to GUA flight that fits your budget.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA)?
When taking off from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), you'll have a choice from an average of 4 daily nonstop flights to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA)?
Flights between SJO and GUA are busiest at 2 PM. If you'd like a quieter experience and possibly cheaper prices, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to GUA?
Jet off on a Friday if you're looking for the largest selection of flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA).
What is the earliest flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA)?
The first flight of the day taking off from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is at around 5:30AM UTC-6. Hop on this flight and you'll arrive at La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA) at approximately 7:04AM UTC-6. The total travel time is 1h 34m.
How long does it take to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA)?
Typically, it takes 1 hour and 35 minutes to cover the 530 mi from SJO to GUA.
What airline has the least delays from SJO to GUA?
With 94% of flights generally landing on schedule, AVIANCA has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA). To monitor your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA)?
To touch down at La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA) on time, pick a flight that takes off 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 Guatemala City from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
If you're on a direct flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Guatemala City, La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA) last-minute?
Booking your plane ticket from SJO to GUA just before your getaway is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure dates and times, you could grab a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to GUA flight and hotel package?
You can save money by securing a SJO to GUA flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one place. After choosing your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to La Aurora Intl. Airport (GUA)?
If you booked your SJO to GUA flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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