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Cheap flights from Vancouver to San José from C$ 295

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 13/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
22 Dec — 29 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Vancouver to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in October or April, booked 44 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 17 December 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 734

One-way from

C$ 295

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 1,455
21/1-30/1
  • 21/1-30/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 39m total
  • Vancouver to San José
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13/1
  • 13/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 24m total
  • Vancouver to San José
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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 17 December 2024.

Mon 30/125:45 p.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops17h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/28:45 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops26h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/12C$ 927
Mon 30/124:40 p.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop21h 10mAvianca
Tue 4/212:20 p.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop25h 40mAvianca
Deal found 16/12C$ 974
Mon 30/1211:20 p.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops20h 05mAir Canada
Tue 4/26:15 a.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop30h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 16/12C$ 1,094
Mon 23/127:40 p.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops37h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 25/11:31 p.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop26h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12C$ 1,127
Wed 18/121:35 p.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops19h 17mAmerican Airlines
Wed 25/127:20 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops16h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 16/12C$ 1,389
Mon 30/126:00 a.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops15h 58mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/21:12 a.m.SJO - YVR
3 stops24h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 16/12C$ 1,628
Tue 24/1211:30 a.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops17h 14mDelta
Wed 1/17:05 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops18h 59mDelta
Deal found 16/12C$ 2,007
Tue 24/125:45 a.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop14h 45mAir Transat
Wed 1/17:00 a.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop20h 11mAir Transat
Deal found 15/12C$ 2,018
Thu 26/1211:13 p.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop10h 40mAeroMexico Connect
Sun 5/16:18 a.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop25h 07mAeroMexico Connect
Deal found 17/12C$ 2,686

Find flights from Vancouver to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver 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 17 December 2024.

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VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 21/1

11:30 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

1 stop9h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 30/1

1:31 p.m.-10:15 a.m.

2 stops22h 44m

C$ 734

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 21/1

7:15 p.m.-8:39 p.m.

2 stops23h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/2

6:30 a.m.-9:18 p.m.

2 stops16h 48m

C$ 739

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 1/3

1:34 p.m.-1:47 p.m.

2 stops22h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/3

11:59 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

1 stop13h 31m

C$ 790

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 13/3

4:25 p.m.-3:50 p.m.

1 stop22h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 31/3

12:20 p.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop24h 40m

C$ 808

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 27/1

4:59 p.m.-11:57 p.m.

3 stops28h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 29/1

1:12 a.m.-4:09 p.m.

3 stops16h 57m

C$ 900

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 20/2

7:01 a.m.-11:36 p.m.

1 stop14h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/3

6:18 a.m.-5:25 a.m.

1 stop25h 07m

C$ 939

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 20/1

9:00 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

1 stop12h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 27/1

7:00 a.m.-9:05 p.m.

1 stop16h 05m

C$ 961

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 23/5

10:40 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

2 stops22h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/6

7:55 a.m.-12:11 a.m.

2 stops17h 16m

C$ 988

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 13/1

10:35 p.m.-12:59 a.m.

2 stops24h 24m

C$ 295

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 20/2

7:00 a.m.-1:17 p.m.

2 stops28h 17m

C$ 386

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to San José

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Travel insights for flights from Vancouver to San José

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Vancouver to San José including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 13 December 2024.

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 44 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 February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 639). 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 17 December 2024.

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 17 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Vancouver to San José, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, United Airlines and Avianca. 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
9,551 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The whole experience was excellent. Even the agent that help me was from the Phoenix office and he was amazing!

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,551 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,551 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The whole experience was excellent. Even the agent that help me was from the Phoenix office and he was amazing!

Air Transat
7.8
Good
389 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,551 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The whole experience was excellent. Even the agent that help me was from the Phoenix office and he was amazing!

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,933 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,551 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The whole experience was excellent. Even the agent that help me was from the Phoenix office and he was amazing!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,070 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,551 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The whole experience was excellent. Even the agent that help me was from the Phoenix office and he was amazing!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,551 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

The whole experience was excellent. Even the agent that help me was from the Phoenix office and he was amazing!

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 12 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$ 739, United Airlines will fly you from Vancouver to San José, San José Province and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Avianca - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 790 and C$ 808, respectively. United Airlines is 26% 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 United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 386. However, be on the lookout for offers from Avianca and Aeromexico, 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 February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 639). 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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DeltaCheapestC$ 528AverageC$ 805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 608AverageC$ 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 643AverageC$ 791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 646AverageC$ 853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 655AverageC$ 915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 656AverageC$ 814FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 798AverageC$ 1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 839AverageC$ 1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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WestJet EncoreCheapestC$ 998AverageC$ 1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,175AverageC$ 1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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