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Cheap flights from Mexico City to San José from $150

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Volaris Costa Rica Logo
8:45 pm - 11:40 pmMEX-SJO
2h 55mnonstop
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2:50 pm - 5:50 pmSJO-MEX
3h 00mnonstop
$236Volaris Costa Rica
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Sat, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 5
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10:55 am - 1:50 pmMEX-SJO
2h 55mnonstop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
5:30 am - 10:00 amSJO-MEX
4h 30mnonstop
$244Volaris Costa Rica
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Wed, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 3:50 pmMEX-SJO
2h 55mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:45 pm - 7:45 pmSJO-MEX
3h 00mnonstop
$246Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 19 - Sat, Nov 22
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
10:55 am - 1:50 pmMEX-SJO
2h 55mnonstop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
5:30 am - 10:00 amSJO-MEX
4h 30m1 stop
$247Volaris Costa Rica
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Wed, Oct 29 - Sun, Nov 9
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:55 pm - 3:50 pmMEX-SJO
2h 55mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 5:50 pmSJO-MEX
3h 00mnonstop
$251Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Mon, Dec 1
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
8:45 pm - 11:40 pmMEX-SJO
2h 55mnonstop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
2:50 pm - 5:50 pmSJO-MEX
3h 00mnonstop
$252Volaris Costa Rica
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Sat, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 5
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12:55 pm - 3:50 pmMEX-SJO
2h 55mnonstop
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2:50 pm - 5:50 pmSJO-MEX
3h 00mnonstop
$253Multiple Airlines
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Tue, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 17
Avianca Logo
12:55 pm - 3:50 pmMEX-SJO
2h 55mnonstop
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12:20 pm - 3:25 pmSJO-MEX
3h 05mnonstop
$271Avianca
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Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 8
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12:55 pm - 3:50 pmMEX-SJO
2h 55mnonstop
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4:30 pm - 1:15 amSJO-MEX
8h 45m1 stop
$273Avianca
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Thu, Dec 11 - Wed, Dec 17
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8:45 am - 11:59 amMEX-SJO
3h 14mnonstop
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1:15 pm - 4:35 pmSJO-MEX
3h 20mnonstop
$302Aeromexico
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Sun, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 17

Volaris Costa Rica flights from Mexico City to San José

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Volaris Costa Rica
Nov 1
MEX8:45 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
2h 55m
SJO11:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 5
SJO2:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 00m
MEX5:50 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
$236
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Volaris Costa Rica
Oct 29
MEX10:55 amMexico City Benito Juarez
2h 55m
SJO1:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 9
SJO5:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
4h 30m
MEX10:00 amMexico City Benito Juarez
$244
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Volaris Costa Rica
Oct 29
MEX10:55 amMexico City Benito Juarez
2h 55m
SJO1:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 9
SJO5:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
4h 30m
1 stop
MEX10:00 amMexico City Benito Juarez
$247
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Avianca flights from Mexico City to San José

Our best Avianca deals on Mexico City to San José flight tickets
Avianca
Feb 27
MEX12:55 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
2h 55m
SJO3:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 8
SJO12:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 05m
MEX3:25 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
$271
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Avianca
Dec 11
MEX12:55 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
2h 55m
SJO3:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 17
SJO4:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 45m
1 stop
MEX1:15 amMexico City Benito Juarez
$273
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Avianca
Nov 11
MEX4:50 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
6h 50m
1 stop
SJO11:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 17
SJO4:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 45m
1 stop
MEX1:15 amMexico City Benito Juarez
$275
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Mexico City to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated October 16, 2025.
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Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 11/1

8:45 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/5

2:50 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$236

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 10/29

10:55 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/9

5:30 am-10:00 am

Nonstop4h 30m

$244

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 11/19

12:55 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/22

4:45 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$246

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 10/29

10:55 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/9

5:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 30m

$247

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 11/27

12:55 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/1

2:50 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$251

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 11/1

8:45 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/5

2:50 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$252

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 11/11

12:55 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

2:50 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$253

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 2/27

12:55 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/8

12:20 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$271

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 12/11

12:55 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/17

4:30 pm-1:15 am

1 stop8h 45m

$273

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 12/7

8:45 am-11:59 am

Nonstop3h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/17

1:15 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$302

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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, June 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 $254. If you don’t want to visit San José in June, then you should wait until May to fly from Mexico City, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $256.

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 Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $276. 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 $303.

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 $252 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 10% 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 October 2025, prices for Mexico City to San José flights are approximately 35% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Mexico City to San José

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Best Price Found

$181

Fastest flight time

2h 55m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San José

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San José from Mexico City in the past 72 hours is $181. 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.

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

  • 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?

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

Best airlines flying from Mexico City to San José

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Rating
Free Cancellation
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Volaris Costa RicaPriceFrom $163Free CancellationRating
7.8
79 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $179Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,452 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $194Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,551 reviews
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AeromexicoPriceFrom $206Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,683 reviews
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  • 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 $163. Generally, Volaris Costa Rica has 9 flights on this route every week with an average price of $289. 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, 1,683 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 $316.

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