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Cheap flights from San Salvador to San José from C$ 174

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — SJO
4 Feb — 11 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or February, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) to San José (SJO). 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 30 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 330

One-way from

C$ 174

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 297

Good one-way deal

C$ 305 or less
Copa Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • 19/2-27/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 16m total
  • San Salvador to San José
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Copa Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • 2/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 06m total
  • San Salvador to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (C$ 45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (C$ 5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 January 2025.

Thu 20/28:30 a.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop4h 27mCopa Airlines
Mon 24/25:21 p.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop4h 49mCopa Airlines
Deal found 30/1C$ 320
Fri 7/35:40 p.m.SAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sun 9/34:50 p.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop3h 25mAvianca
Deal found 30/1C$ 405
Tue 4/22:37 p.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop21h 04mAeromexico
Thu 13/26:18 a.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop7h 16mAeromexico
Deal found 29/1C$ 1,091
Fri 23/51:15 a.m.SAL - SJO
1 stop8h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 26/57:55 a.m.SJO - SAL
1 stop16h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/1C$ 1,104

Find flights from San Salvador to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Salvador to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 30 January 2025.

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San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 19/2

5:01 a.m.-1:12 p.m.

1 stop8h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 27/2

4:09 a.m.-9:14 a.m.

1 stop5h 05m

C$ 330

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Wed 16/4

10:05 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

Nonstop1h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 20/4

3:05 p.m.-4:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 407

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Tue 4/2

2:37 p.m.-11:41 a.m.

1 stop21h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 18/2

1:08 p.m.-1:34 p.m.

1 stop24h 26m

C$ 1,091

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 25/4

2:00 a.m.-5:30 a.m.

1 stop27h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 29/4

7:15 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

1 stop14h 20m

C$ 1,299

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 2/3

5:01 a.m.-7:07 p.m.

1 stop14h 06m

C$ 174

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 2/3

10:05 p.m.-11:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 15m

C$ 235

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 17/4

2:00 a.m.-5:30 a.m.

1 stop27h 30m

C$ 1,553

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Travel insights for flights from San Salvador to San José

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Salvador to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Salvador to San José. Price data was last updated on 24 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Salvador to San José, San José Province is 54 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Salvador to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from San Salvador to San José, San José Province in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 692). 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 SAL to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 January 2025.

When flying from San Salvador to San José, San José Province, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Salvador to San José, San José Province

Explore weekly flight availability from San Salvador to San José. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 30 January 2025.

The most flights from SAL to SJO are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated 30 January 2025.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,617 reviews
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Food

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,617 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,617 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,837 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,617 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,913 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,617 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Avianca
6.9
Okay
2,534 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,617 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Salvador to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Salvador to San José?

    You will need to book a flight from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl if you want to fly from San Salvador to San José. At least 1 airline has flights from El Salvador Intl (SAL) to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) on a regular basis. There are 4 flights to San José from the San Salvador airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SAL to SJO to be around 1h 10m.

  • How popular is this San Salvador to San José, San José Province flight route?

    This flight path from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl was viewed by 8 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Salvador to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    According to our current data, Copa Airlines (C$ 330), Avianca (C$ 407), and Aeromexico (C$ 1,091) offers the cheapest pricing from San Salvador to San José, San José Province.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Salvador to San José, San José Province are Copa Airlines (C$ 174), Avianca (C$ 235), and United Airlines (C$ 1,553).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Salvador to San José, San José Province?

    Before booking your flight to San José, San José Province from San Salvador, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Avianca Costa Rica (81%), Avianca (81%), Iberia( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Salvador to San José, San José Province?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 304. While the most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for C$ 402 on average our data indicates C$ 770 when flying from San Salvador to San José, San José Province.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Salvador to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Salvador to San José flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Salvador to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Salvador to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Salvador to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Salvador to San José 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 Salvador to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Salvador to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from San Salvador to San José, San José Province in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 692). 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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