$170 Cheap Flights from Medellín (MDE) to San José (SJO)

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Cheap Flights from Medellín to San José (MDE-SJO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $170 for one-way flights and $255 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Copa
Sun, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 21
MDE
Medellin
SJO
San José
$255 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$255
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from Medellin to San José, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $255 found 5 days ago
Copa
Fri, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 15
MDE
Medellin
SJO
San José
$268 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$268
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Medellin to San José, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $268 found 1 hour ago
Copa
Sun, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 21
MDE
Medellin
SJO
San José
$272 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$272
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from Medellin to San José, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $272 found 5 days ago
Copa
Wed, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 31
MDE
Medellin
SJO
San José
$279 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Medellin to San José, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $279 found 4 days ago
Copa
Tue, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 8
MDE
Medellin
SJO
San José
$290 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$290
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Medellin to San José, returning Mon, Sep 8, priced at $290 found 21 hours ago
Copa
Tue, Sep 16 - Fri, Sep 19
MDE
Medellin
SJO
San José
$290 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$290
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Medellin to San José, returning Fri, Sep 19, priced at $290 found 2 days ago
Copa
Wed, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 31
MDE
Medellin
SJO
San José
$301 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$301
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Medellin to San José, returning Fri, Oct 31, priced at $301 found 4 days ago
Copa
Sun, Oct 19 - Tue, Oct 21
MDE
Medellin
SJO
San José
$308 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$308
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Oct 19 from Medellin to San José, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $308 found 5 days ago
Arajet
Sat, Oct 25 - Tue, Oct 28
MDE
Medellin
SJO
San José
$356 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$356
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Arajet flight, departing Sat, Oct 25 from Medellin to San José, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $356 found 6 days ago
World Ticket Ltd
Sat, Oct 18 - Tue, Oct 21
MDE
Medellin
SJO
San José
$646 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$646
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Medellin to San José, returning Tue, Oct 21, priced at $646 found 3 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Medellín (MDE) to San José (SJO)

June is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $234 - $428 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near San José

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 $268
SJO
Juan Santamaria Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center20 min
Flights from $268
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Flights from Medellín (MDE) to San José (SJO)
Origin airport
José María Córdova Intl.
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Airlines serving
Copa, World Ticket Ltd, avianca
Roundtrip price
$254
Distance
655 mi

Medellín to San José Flights

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

 

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Medellín 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 Medellín 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 Medellín to San José in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $170 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 Medellín 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 Medellín 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 Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) cost?
Get a cheap one-way flight from $170 or cheap return flight from $255 from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) 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 Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
October is the least expensive month to fly from MDE to SJO. Traveling during an off-peak travel window is often the key to finding a great deal.
Which airlines fly direct from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
You can fly directly from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) on an AVIANCA flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
The cheapest airline to offer flights between Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) and Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) will change depending on your travel dates. Wingo and AVIANCA are just some good options offering well-priced fares. Use Expedia's filter tool to compare airlines in one place and find the right MDE to SJO flight that fits your budget.
How many flights per day from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
On average, you'll only find 1 nonstop flight taking off from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) each day. If this doesn't work with your itinerary, consider flights with layovers. Simply filter your search on Expedia to include one or two stops to discover a better alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Flights between MDE and SJO are busiest at 1 PM. If you want a more relaxed trip and possibly cheaper prices, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from MDE to SJO?
If you depart on a Thursday, you'll get the largest range of choices for flights from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO).
What is the earliest flight from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
The first flight of the day departing from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) is at around 7:16AM UTC-5. Catch this flight and you'll touch down at Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) at approximately 8:17AM UTC-6. The total flight duration is 2h 1m.
How long does it take to fly from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Flights from MDE to SJO have an average travel time of 1 hour and 53 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 660 mi.
What airline has the least delays from MDE to SJO?
Consider booking with Wingo if you'd like to go straight from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) without any interruptions. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 85%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
To avoid potential delays on the Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this hour 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 Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE)?
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is the only airport in San José with direct flights from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE). Compare the available options and discover affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from MDE to SJO are typically more expensive. To secure the cheapest rates, start looking for flights as soon as possible. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, it's possible to score a cheap ticket just before your departure.
Is it cheaper to book a MDE to SJO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a MDE to SJO flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having everything in one place will take the hassle out of travel planning. Simply pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then customize your trip with other add-ons like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
If you reserved your MDE to SJO flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, go to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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