This page features current flight options from Cancun to San Jose. The 1,278 km route is served by approximately 6 flights per week, making it easy to find a convenient departure time.
The main airlines on this route are Volaris and Volaris Costa Rica. Before your trip, we recommend checking how to get to Cancun Airport and researching how to get from San Jose Airport to your accommodation in advance.
The table shows direct flights Cancun → San José on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 11 min. Regular flights are operated by Volaris Costa Rica and Volaris. Departures from Cancun International Airport airports, arrivals at Juan Santamaria 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 Cancun — San José by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 533 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 612 in y. 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.
Cancun → San José, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 847 | high | May | AED 717 | low | Sep | AED 674 | low |
| Feb | AED 804 | medium | Jun | AED 736 | medium | Oct | AED 650 | low |
| Mar | AED 823 | high | Jul | AED 823 | high | Nov | AED 736 | medium |
| Apr | AED 760 | medium | Aug | AED 780 | medium | Dec | AED 847 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in San Jose features stable temperatures with peaks of up to 25.2°C in April. October is the wettest month, with over 550 mm of rainfall, while the driest weather usually occurs in February.
The most budget-friendly flights are available in October starting AED 533. During peak periods, such as June, airfares increase and start AED 617.
January is considered the optimal time for a trip, offering a good balance of moderate temperatures and relatively low prices. It is recommended to avoid September and October if you want to steer clear of prolonged tropical downpours.
Regular air service between the cities is provided by 2 airlines, with Volaris and Volaris Costa Rica being the main carriers. The route is dominated by direct flights operating several times a week. Detailed schedules, travel time information, and available flight options for each airline are provided in the list below.
Flights Cancun — San José depart from Cancun International Airport and arrive at Juan Santamaria International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight on this route takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, as the distance between the cities is 1,278 km.
The main carriers operating flights between these cities are Volaris and Volaris Costa Rica.
Yes, airlines operate direct flights. On average, there are about 6 departures per week on this route.
Flights from Cancun arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), the main gateway to San Jose.
Airfares constantly change depending on demand and season. You can always check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
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