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

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

What airlines fly to San José?

Avianca, Volaris Costa Rica and Aeromexico are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San José from Mexico City according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 40% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San José. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to San José on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Viva, Avianca, and Volaris Costa Rica are the most popular carriers operating from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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

As of November 2025, there are 50 flights per week flying from Mexico City to San José. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

How often are flights from Mexico City to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 7% of flights between Mexico City and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 111 minutes.

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

According to our data, AeroMexico Connect have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with no flights being classified as delayed.

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

7 flights are operational daily from Mexico City to San José as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00PM, with 51% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez 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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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Mexico City and San José?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Mexico City to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $255. If you don’t want to visit San José in May, then you should wait until June to fly from Mexico City, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $255.

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 Mexico City is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $275. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Mexico City to San José on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $411. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Mexico City to San José flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San José at noon for as low as $137. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $304.

What is the cheapest Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

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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 Mexico City when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $279 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Mexico City for as low as $250 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Mexico City Benito Juarez 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.

Can stopping save me money on Mexico City to San José flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Mexico City to San José flight.

How have Mexico City to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Mexico City to San José flights are approximately 20% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to San José from Mexico City in the past 72 hours is $187. The best round-trip flight deal from Mexico City to San José found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $240.

The fastest flight from Mexico City to San José takes 2h 55m

Direct flights go from Mexico City to San José every day.

There is 1 airport near San José: San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)

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How far is Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 1199.0 mi. Flights usually cover this in 2h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.
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There are 4 operators available for flights from Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Mexico City Benito Juarez 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez 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 Mexico City to San José?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Mexico City to San José is Airbus A320neo (38.85% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 (19.69%), Airbus A320-100/200 (16.33%), and Boeing 737 MAX 9 (13.34%).
What is the most popular airline from Mexico City to San José?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Mexico City to San José is Avianca, representing 40% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Volaris Costa Rica at 32%, Aeromexico at 25%, and Copa Airlines at 4%.

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Volaris Costa Rica	PriceFrom $183	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 79 reviews	Search Volaris Costa Rica flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $194	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,563 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom $206	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,672 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $238	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,468 reviews	Search Avianca flights

Volaris Costa Rica Flights From Mexico City to San José
The lowest priced Volaris Costa Rica flight from Mexico City to San José from the last 72 hours was $183. Generally, Volaris Costa Rica has 9 flights on this route every week with an average price of $290. Volaris Costa Rica is rated 7.8/10 by our users.
Aeromexico Flights From Mexico City to San José
Another popular option for Mexico City to San José flights is Aeromexico (7.4/10, 1,672 ratings). Aeromexico flies from Mexico City to San José around 14 times per week, with deals starting from $206 round-trip and rising to an average price of around $310.

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

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

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Mexico City to San José flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San José at noon for as low as $137. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $304.

What is the cheapest Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

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

What cabin class options are available on Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Mexico City Benito Juarez 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.

Can stopping save me money on Mexico City to San José flights?

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a Mexico City to San José flight.

How have Mexico City to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Mexico City to San José flights are approximately 20% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Viva, Avianca, and Volaris Costa Rica are the most popular carriers operating from Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

What airlines fly to San José?

How often are flights from Mexico City to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 7% of flights between Mexico City and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 111 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

According to our data, AeroMexico Connect have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with no flights being classified as delayed.

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

7 flights are operational daily from Mexico City to San José as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00PM, with 51% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

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

As of November 2025, there are 50 flights per week flying from Mexico City to San José. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

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