$117 Cheap Flights from Cancun (CUN) to San José (SJO)

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Cheap Flights from Cancun to San José (CUN-SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $117 for one-way flights and $264 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Volaris
Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 23
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
$264 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Cancun to San José, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $264 found 5 days ago
Volaris
Wed, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 1
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
$273 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$273
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Cancun to San José, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $273 found 4 days ago
Volaris
Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 22
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
$274 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$274
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Cancun to San José, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $274 found 5 days ago
Volaris
Tue, Aug 26 - Fri, Aug 29
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
$275 Roundtrip, just found
$275
Roundtrip
just found
Select Volaris flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Cancun to San José, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $275 just found
Volaris
Tue, Aug 26 - Fri, Aug 29
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
$275 Roundtrip, just found
$275
Roundtrip
just found
Select Volaris flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Cancun to San José, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $275 just found
Copa
Thu, Sep 18 - Wed, Sep 24
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
$278 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$278
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Cancun to San José, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $278 found 10 hours ago
Copa
Tue, Aug 26 - Fri, Aug 29
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
$282 Roundtrip, just found
$282
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Cancun to San José, returning Fri, Aug 29, priced at $282 just found
avianca
Mon, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 7
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
$296 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$296
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from Cancun to San José, returning Tue, Oct 7, priced at $296 found 9 hours ago
Aeromexico
Thu, Sep 18 - Wed, Sep 24
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
$297 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$297
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Cancun to San José, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $297 found 10 hours ago
Viva
Thu, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 15
CUN
Cancun
SJO
San José
$424 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$424
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Viva flight, departing Thu, Nov 6 from Cancun to San José, returning Sat, Nov 15, priced at $424 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cancun (CUN) to San José (SJO)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $193 - $275 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

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

Select flight to Juan Santamaria Intl. SJO. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 20 minutes. Flights from $275
SJO
Juan Santamaria Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $275
Flights from Cancun (CUN) to San José (SJO)
Origin airport
Cancun Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Aeromexico, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Copa, Delta, JetBlue Airways, LATAM Airlines Group, United, Volaris, avianca
Roundtrip price
$264
Distance
783 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 46 mins

Cancun to San José Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Cancun to San José

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 Cancun to San José are during the month of September. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Cancun to San José with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Cancun to San José

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Cancun to San José: 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 Cancun to San José

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 Cancun to San José in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $117 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 Cancun to San José 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 Cancun to San José 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 Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) cost?
Snag cheap return tickets starting from $264 from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Volaris flight leaving CUN on August 13 2025 and touching down at SJO. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CUN to SJO?
The cheapest flights from CUN to SJO are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Fly nonstop from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) on a Volaris Costa Rica flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CUN to SJO?
With prices starting from $117 for a one-way flight from CUN to SJO, Volaris is currently the cheapest airline on this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CUN on October 15 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Each day on average, 2 nonstop flights operate from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). Choose the departure that fits your schedule best.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Flights between CUN and SJO tend to be busiest at 10 AM. If you're after a more relaxed trip and potentially cheaper fares, choose a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from CUN to SJO?
Jet off on a Saturday if you're searching for the biggest selection of flights from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO).
What is the earliest flight from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Catch the earliest flight at around 6:09AM UTC-5, departing from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN). You'll be flying for approximately 2h 11m, landing at Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) at approximately 7:20AM UTC-6.
How long does it take to fly from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
It takes approximately 2 hours and 11 minutes to fly the 780 mi from CUN to SJO.
What airline has the least delays from CUN to SJO?
With 91% of journeys generally arriving as scheduled, Volaris has the best on-time performance for direct flights from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). To check your flight status and get notifications if anything changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
To avoid possible delays on the Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) route, fly before 3 PM. Later departures have a 22% higher chance of being canceled.**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 San José from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN)?
Browse your flight options from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). This is the only San José airport you can arrive at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from CUN to SJO right before your trip is usually more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your itinerary, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a CUN to SJO flight and hotel package?
Securing a CUN to SJO flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your trip in one place. Pick from our impressive range of stays and then add activities, flights and car rentals to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Generally, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your CUN to SJO flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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