How often are flights from Cancún to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between Cancún and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 119 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cancún to San José flights?

According to our data, Volaris have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Cancún to San José on average per week?

As of December 2025, 9 flights take off from Cancún and land in San José each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 22% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Cancún to San José on average per day?

The number of flights available between Cancún and San José is 1 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 11:00AM, with 50% of daily flights leaving at noon.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cancún to San José flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cancun to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Avianca and Volaris are the most popular carriers operating from Cancun to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cancun Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Cancun Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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The number of operators available for flights from Cancun Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is 2 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Cancun Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cancun Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Feb 7

CUN3:40 pmCancun

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, March is the cheapest month to fly from Cancún to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $219. If you don’t want to visit San José in March, then you should wait until May to fly from Cancún, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $227.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from Cancún is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $133. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Cancún to San José on a Saturday will generally be more expensive and average around $290. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San José?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Cancún when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $254 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Cancún for as low as $222 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cancun to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Cancun to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Cancún to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Cancún to San José flights are approximately 24% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Cancún to San José takes 2h 07m

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How far is Cancun to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from Cancun to San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 795.9 mi. Flights usually cover this in 2h 07m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cancun Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Cancun Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
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The number of operators available for flights from Cancun Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is 2 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Cancun Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cancun Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Cancún to San José?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Cancún to San José is Airbus A320neo (51.50% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (31.74%), Boeing 737-900 (3.59%), and Boeing 737 MAX 9 (2.99%).
What is the most popular airline from Cancún to San José?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Cancún to San José is Volaris, representing 74% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Volaris Costa Rica at 26%.

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Volaris Costa Rica Flights From Cancún to San José
Volaris Costa Rica flight deals from Cancún to San José start from $177 round-trip. Over the 2 Volaris Costa Rica flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $304 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.
Volaris Flights From Cancún to San José
Across 1,156 Volaris reviews on momondo, the average score is 6.6/10. Volaris flies from Cancún to San José about 4 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $195 to $229. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.

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There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Cancun to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Cancún to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Cancún to San José flights are approximately 24% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Cancun to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Avianca and Volaris are the most popular carriers operating from Cancun to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

How often are flights from Cancún to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between Cancún and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 119 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Cancún to San José flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Cancún to San José flights?

According to our data, Volaris have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 12% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Cancún to San José on average per day?

The number of flights available between Cancún and San José is 1 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 11:00AM, with 50% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Cancún to San José on average per week?

As of December 2025, 9 flights take off from Cancún and land in San José each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 22% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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