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Cheap flights from Vancouver to San José from C$ 272

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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
11 May — 18 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Vancouver to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in June or October, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Vancouver (8CA) 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 6 May 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 732

One-way from

C$ 272

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

C$ 887
13/5-27/5
  • 13/5-27/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 19m total
  • Vancouver to San José
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2/6
  • 2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 27m total
  • Vancouver to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (C$ 191 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 63 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 6 May 2025.

Mon 18/810:45 a.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops23h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/98:05 a.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop14h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5C$ 724
Wed 7/511:45 p.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop12h 30mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/51:50 p.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop10h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/5C$ 748
Tue 19/87:00 a.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop23h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/108:37 a.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop27h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5C$ 755
Tue 13/56:00 a.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops16h 52mAlaska Airlines
Mon 19/51:06 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops33h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5C$ 794
Tue 3/612:50 a.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops18h 35mAir Canada
Wed 11/68:00 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops17h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 5/5C$ 811
Sun 15/66:00 a.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop15h 04mWestJet Encore
Thu 26/66:10 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops17h 48mWestJet Encore
Deal found 4/5C$ 863
Sun 18/58:15 a.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops14h 20mAvianca
Fri 30/55:05 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops14h 51mAvianca
Deal found 6/5C$ 1,127

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Vancouver

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San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 18/8

10:45 a.m.-11:18 a.m.

2 stops23h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/9

8:05 a.m.-9:41 p.m.

1 stop14h 36m

C$ 724

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 21/5

11:44 a.m.-10:17 p.m.

1 stop9h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 28/5

11:59 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

1 stop23h 51m

C$ 751

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 19/8

12:40 p.m.-7:15 a.m.

1 stop17h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/9

1:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

2 stops27h 30m

C$ 755

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 3/6

12:50 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

2 stops18h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/6

8:00 a.m.-12:11 a.m.

2 stops17h 11m

C$ 811

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 27/5

6:00 a.m.-11:46 p.m.

2 stops16h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/6

1:06 a.m.-6:17 p.m.

2 stops18h 11m

C$ 818

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 15/6

6:00 a.m.-10:04 p.m.

1 stop15h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 26/6

6:10 a.m.-10:58 p.m.

2 stops17h 48m

C$ 863

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 18/5

8:15 a.m.-11:35 p.m.

3 stops14h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 30/5

5:05 a.m.-6:56 p.m.

2 stops14h 51m

C$ 1,127

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 2/6

7:00 a.m.-10:27 a.m.

2 stops26h 27m

C$ 272

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 28/8

7:07 p.m.-11:13 p.m.

2 stops27h 06m

C$ 347

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 4/9

10:25 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

1 stop13h 30m

C$ 371

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver to San José

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Vancouver to San José. Price data was last updated on 2 May 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Vancouver to San José, San José Province may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 83 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Vancouver to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). 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 YVR to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver 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 6 May 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Vancouver to San José, San José Province in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver to San José. Price data was last updated on 30 June 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver to San José, San José Province flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 6 May 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Vancouver to San José, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,708 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,277 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,322 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,991 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver 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 airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Vancouver?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Vancouver to San José. You should not have trouble finding flights to Juan Santamaria Intl from Vancouver; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Vancouver per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 10 airlines have flights to the San José airport from Vancouver. It is only a 14.1 km journey from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to San José’s city centre.

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

    Currently priced at C$ 751, American Airlines will fly you from Vancouver to San José, San José Province and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Alaska Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 757 and C$ 794, respectively. American Airlines is 23% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is American Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 392. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Vancouver to San José, San José Province for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Vancouver to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Vancouver to San José

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver to San José. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 522AverageC$ 835FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 628AverageC$ 902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 651AverageC$ 821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 671AverageC$ 872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 677AverageC$ 1,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 705AverageC$ 886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJet EncoreCheapestC$ 730AverageC$ 1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 747AverageC$ 1,205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 851AverageC$ 1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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AeroMexico ConnectCheapestC$ 1,342AverageC$ 1,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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