On this page, you can book and purchase flight tickets from San Jose to Quito. The flight distance is 1,281 km, and there is approximately one flight per week.
Avianca operates flights on this route. Since ticket prices are dynamic, the site features a low-price calendar and a fare change chart. To plan your logistics, use the information on how to get to San Jose airport and transportation options from Quito airport.
The table shows direct flights San José → Quito on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 4 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by Avianca. Departures from Juan Santamaria International Airport airports, arrivals at Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for San José — Quito by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 559 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 669 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
San José → Quito, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,283 | high | May | AED 857 | low | Sep | AED 907 | medium |
| Feb | AED 952 | medium | Jun | AED 812 | low | Oct | AED 762 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,003 | medium | Jul | AED 1,143 | high | Nov | AED 952 | medium |
| Apr | AED 812 | low | Aug | AED 1,098 | high | Dec | AED 1,333 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Quito is characterized by high humidity year-round. May is the warmest month with an average temperature of 18.7°C, while August is the coolest. The period from December to May sees the most intense rainfall, exceeding 400 mm per month.
From a savings perspective, October is the most advantageous month to fly, with ticket prices starting AED 559. Prices peak in September and December, when airfares can reach AED 669.
June or July can be considered an optimal period: rainfall decreases by nearly half compared to the spring, and ticket prices average AED 638.
The primary carrier on the route between San Jose and Quito is Avianca. There is approximately one flight per week, so the choice of dates is limited. Below is a detailed schedule and information about the carrier; you can click on the airline card to see route details and departure times.
Flights San José — Quito depart from Juan Santamaria International Airport and arrive at Mariscal Sucre International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 1,281 km. The approximate duration of a direct flight is about 2 hours, although the exact time depends on the specific flight and any possible layovers.
Regular flights from San Jose to Quito are operated by Avianca (AV).
Both direct flights and connecting options are available on this route. You can check the current availability of non-stop flights for your dates in the schedule block above.
Flight prices fluctuate constantly. The lowest recorded price for the coming months starts from 11,152 ₽. For up-to-date data, we recommend using the search tool on this page.
All flights from Costa Rica arrive at Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO), which serves the capital of Ecuador.
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