Cheap flights from Guadalajara to San José from $149

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Viva Logo
8:25 am - 1:15 am
GDL
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SJO
16h 50m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 12:55 pm
SJO
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GDL
10h 35m
1 stop
$274Viva
Mon, Aug 24 - Fri, Aug 28
Viva Logo
6:10 am - 1:15 am
GDL
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SJO
19h 05m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 6:45 pm
SJO
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GDL
16h 25m
1 stop
$288Viva
Sat, Aug 8 - Fri, Aug 21
Viva Logo
1:40 pm - 1:15 am
GDL
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SJO
11h 35m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 12:55 pm
SJO
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GDL
10h 35m
1 stop
$296Viva
Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Aug 24
Viva Logo
5:00 pm - 1:15 am
GDL
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SJO
8h 15m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 2:46 pm
SJO
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GDL
12h 26m
1 stop
$321Viva
Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27
Viva Logo
8:25 am - 1:15 am
GDL
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SJO
16h 50m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 6:45 pm
SJO
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GDL
16h 25m
1 stop
$327Viva
Fri, Aug 7 - Fri, Aug 14
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5:45 am - 12:05 pm
GDL
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SJO
6h 20m
1 stop
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4:15 pm - 7:43 pm
SJO
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GDL
3h 28mnonstop
$328Multiple Airlines
Thu, Aug 20 - Thu, Oct 22
Aeromexico Logo
7:28 am - 11:35 pm
GDL
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SJO
16h 07m
1 stop
Aeromexico Logo
6:15 am - 11:27 pm
SJO
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GDL
17h 12m
1 stop
$333Aeromexico
Sun, Nov 29 - Tue, Dec 8
Viva Logo
6:10 am - 1:15 am
GDL
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SJO
19h 05m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:15 am - 6:47 pm
SJO
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GDL
16h 32m
1 stop
$334Viva
Fri, Sep 11 - Fri, Sep 18
Viva Logo
8:25 am - 1:15 am
GDL
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SJO
16h 50m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 6:45 pm
SJO
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GDL
16h 25m
1 stop
$336Viva
Mon, Aug 3 - Fri, Aug 7
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5:18 pm - 11:34 pm
GDL
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SJO
6h 16m
1 stop
Aeromexico Logo
1:28 pm - 12:26 am
SJO
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GDL
10h 58m
1 stop
$348Aeromexico
Mon, Jun 22 - Sat, Jun 27

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Volaris Costa Rica flights from Guadalajara to San José

Our best Volaris Costa Rica deals on Guadalajara to San José flight tickets
Volaris Costa Rica
Nov 29
GDL8:27 pmGuadalajara Miguel Hidal
3h 32m
SJO11:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 8
SJO4:18 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 19m
GDL7:37 pmGuadalajara Miguel Hidal
$443
Volaris Costa Rica
Oct 29
GDL8:33 pmGuadalajara Miguel Hidal
3h 26m
SJO11:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 17
SJO4:18 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 19m
GDL7:37 pmGuadalajara Miguel Hidal
$445
Volaris Costa Rica
Aug 11
GDL8:33 pmGuadalajara Miguel Hidal
3h 26m
SJO11:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 16
SJO4:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 28m
GDL7:43 pmGuadalajara Miguel Hidal
$457

Avianca flights from Guadalajara to San José

Our best Avianca deals on Guadalajara to San José flight tickets
Avianca
Nov 29
GDL6:09 amGuadalajara Miguel Hidal
18h 06m
2 stops
SJO12:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 6
SJO1:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 07m
2 stops
GDL6:52 pmGuadalajara Miguel Hidal
$450
Avianca
Aug 20
GDL8:40 amGuadalajara Miguel Hidal
15h 00m
2 stops
SJO11:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 22
SJO5:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 12m
2 stops
GDL5:17 pmGuadalajara Miguel Hidal
$452
Avianca
Nov 14
GDL8:40 amGuadalajara Miguel Hidal
7h 10m
1 stop
SJO3:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 21
SJO4:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
26h 32m
2 stops
GDL6:47 pmGuadalajara Miguel Hidal
$458

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GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Mon 8/24

8:25 am-1:15 am

1 stop16h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/28

2:20 am-12:55 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$274

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Sat 8/8

6:10 am-1:15 am

1 stop19h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/21

2:20 am-6:45 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$288

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Fri 8/21

1:40 pm-1:15 am

1 stop11h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/24

2:20 am-12:55 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$296

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Mon 11/23

5:00 pm-1:15 am

1 stop8h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/27

2:20 am-2:46 pm

1 stop12h 26m

$321

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Fri 8/7

8:25 am-1:15 am

1 stop16h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/14

2:20 am-6:45 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$327
Quickest round-trip

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Thu 8/20

5:45 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/22

4:15 pm-7:43 pm

Nonstop3h 28m

$328

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Sun 11/29

7:28 am-11:35 pm

1 stop16h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/8

6:15 am-11:27 pm

1 stop17h 12m

$333

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Fri 9/11

6:10 am-1:15 am

1 stop19h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/18

2:15 am-6:47 pm

1 stop16h 32m

$334

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Mon 8/3

8:25 am-1:15 am

1 stop16h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/7

2:20 am-6:45 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$336

GuadalajaraSan José

GDL - SJO

GDLSJO

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Mon 6/22

5:18 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop6h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/27

1:28 pm-12:26 am

1 stop10h 58m

$348

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Guadalajara and San José?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Guadalajara to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $266. If you don’t want to visit San José in September, then you should wait until October to fly from Guadalajara, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $294.

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 Guadalajara is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $285. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Guadalajara to San José on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around $415. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest Guadalajara Miguel Hidal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Guadalajara when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $314 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Guadalajara for as low as $271 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Guadalajara to San José flights?

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

Can stopping save me money on Guadalajara to San José flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Guadalajara to San José.

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

As of June 2026, prices for Guadalajara to San José flights are approximately 13% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$160

Fastest flight time

3h 26m

Direct flights

Mon, Wed and Fri

Airports in San José

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San José from Guadalajara in the past 72 hours is $160. The best round-trip flight deal from Guadalajara to San José found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $171.
The fastest flight from Guadalajara to San José takes 3h 26m
Direct flights go from Guadalajara to San José on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The only airline offering direct flights is Volaris Costa Rica.
There is 1 airport in San José. From Guadalajara there are direct flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

Frequently asked questions about flying from Guadalajara to San José

  • How far is Guadalajara Miguel Hidal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 1478.1 mi away from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal. Flights usually cover this in 3h 26m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal 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 travel and health documents required for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Guadalajara to San José?

  • What is the most popular airline from Guadalajara to San José?

Best airlines flying from Guadalajara to San José

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
AeromexicoPriceFrom $187Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,489 reviews
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Volaris Costa RicaPriceFrom $262Free CancellationRating
7.9
81 reviews
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  • Volaris Costa Rica Flights From Guadalajara to San José

    Volaris Costa Rica flight deals from Guadalajara to San José start from $262 round-trip. Over the 2 Volaris Costa Rica flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $314 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

Traveling to a place near San José?

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San Gerardo de Dota
Esterillos Este

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