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

United Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Montreal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

How often are flights from Montreal to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 21% of flights between Montreal and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 185 minutes.

What airlines fly to San José?

Air Transat, Air Canada and Avianca are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San José from Montreal according to our data. Air Transat is the first choice among our users, with 31% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San José. Keep in mind that there are 5 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?

Saturday 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 Montreal to San José flights?

According to our data, Air Transat have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

The number of flights available between Montreal and San José is 5 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

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

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

Prices for flights from Montreal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Montreal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Montreal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Montreal 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 Montreal 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 you'll need for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $456 to $758. The lowest price recently found on this route was $305.

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4:45 pm - 1:15 pm

YUL

SJO

21h 30m2 stops

2:05 pm - 1:28 pm

SJO

YUL

22h 23m2 stops

$305United Airlines

Thu, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 30

11:23 am - 8:19 pm

YUL

SJO

10h 56m1 stop

1:25 pm - 2:42 pm

SJO

YUL

23h 17m2 stops

$316United Airlines

Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 13

6:30 pm - 12:21 pm

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SJO

19h 51m2 stops

1:25 pm - 9:01 pm

SJO

YUL

29h 36m2 stops

$317United Airlines

Mon, Apr 27 - Mon, May 11

6:00 am - 8:39 pm

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SJO

15h 39m2 stops

8:45 am - 2:00 pm

SJO

YUL

28h 15m2 stops

$318United Airlines

Sat, Jan 24 - Sun, Feb 8

6:55 pm - 11:55 pm

YUL

SJO

6h 00mnonstop

1:15 am - 7:55 am

SJO

YUL

5h 40mnonstop

$326Air Transat

Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Jan 25

6:55 pm - 11:55 pm

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6h 00mnonstop

1:15 am - 7:55 am

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YUL

5h 40mnonstop

$332Air Transat

Mon, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 28

4:45 pm - 12:56 pm

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SJO

21h 11m1 stop

8:45 am - 2:00 pm

SJO

YUL

28h 15m2 stops

$337United Airlines

Sat, Jan 24 - Sun, Feb 8

11:25 pm - 9:20 am

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SJO

11h 55m1 stop

1:55 am - 10:05 pm

SJO

YUL

18h 10m1 stop

$338Avianca

Mon, Apr 13 - Tue, Apr 14

6:20 pm - 11:15 pm

YUL

SJO

5h 55mnonstop

8:35 am - 7:58 pm

SJO

YUL

10h 23m1 stop

$347Air Canada

Tue, Jan 6 - Thu, Jan 15

11:25 pm - 9:20 am

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SJO

11h 55m1 stop

10:10 am - 10:05 pm

SJO

YUL

9h 55m1 stop

$353Avianca

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Apr 13

YUL11:25 pmMontreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

11h 55m

1 stop

SJO9:20 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Apr 14

SJO1:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 10m

1 stop

YUL10:05 pmMontreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$338

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May 24

YUL11:25 pmMontreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

11h 55m

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SJO9:20 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Jun 1

SJO10:10 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 55m

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YUL10:05 pmMontreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$353

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Jan 24

YUL3:00 pmMontreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

9h 40m

1 stop

SJO11:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Feb 7

SJO1:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 50m

1 stop

YUL8:35 pmMontreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$381

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Jan 6

YUL6:20 pmMontreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

5h 55m

SJO11:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Jan 15

SJO8:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 23m

1 stop

YUL7:58 pmMontreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$347

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May 24

YUL9:20 pmMontreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

26h 40m

2 stops

SJO10:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

May 28

SJO7:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

5h 55m

YUL3:10 pmMontreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

$360

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Jan 6

YUL8:50 amMontreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

16h 15m

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SJO12:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

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SJO8:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 14m

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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1:25 pm-2:42 pm

2 stops23h 17m

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6:30 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops19h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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1:25 pm-9:01 pm

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Mon 1/19

6:55 pm-11:55 pm

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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6:55 pm-11:55 pm

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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1:15 am-7:55 am

Nonstop5h 40m

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YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sat 1/24

4:45 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop21h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Mon 4/13

11:25 pm-9:20 am

1 stop11h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/14

1:55 am-10:05 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$338

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YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Tue 1/6

6:20 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop5h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/15

8:35 am-7:58 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$347

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YUL - SJO

YULSJO

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Sun 5/24

11:25 pm-9:20 am

1 stop11h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/1

10:10 am-10:05 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$353

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, November is the cheapest month to fly from Montreal to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $373. If you don’t want to visit San José in November, then you should wait until May to fly from Montreal, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $444.

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 Montreal is on a Saturday. momondo users have found tickets for Saturday departures for as low as $545. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Montreal to San José on a Thursday will generally be more expensive and average around $939. 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 Montreal to San José flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to San José in the afternoon for as low as $617. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $661.

What is the cheapest Montreal 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 Montreal when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $518 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Montreal for as low as $457 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Montreal 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 Montreal to San José flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a Montreal to San José flight.

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

As of December 2025, prices for Montreal to San José flights are approximately 21% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$204
Fastest flight time	5h 45m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Sat
Airports in San José	1 airport

The best one-way flight to San José from Montreal in the past 72 hours is $204. The best round-trip flight deal from Montreal to San José found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $389.

The fastest flight from Montreal to San José takes 5h 45m

Direct flights go from Montreal to San José on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is Air Transat.

There is 1 airport in San José. From Montreal there are direct flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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How far is Montreal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?
There are 2533.7 mi between Montreal and San José Juan Santamaria Intl. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 5h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Montreal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Montreal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Montreal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Montreal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Montreal 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 Montreal 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 you'll need for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Montreal to San José?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Montreal to San José is Airbus A321neo (70.19% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A330-300 (24.13%), Airbus A321-100/200 (2.55%), and Airbus A220-300 (1.86%).
What is the most popular airline from Montreal to San José?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Montreal and San José, the leading airline is Air Transat, making up 37% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Copa Airlines with 22%, Air Canada with 21%, and Avianca with 19%.

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Air Canada	PriceFrom $218	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,551 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air Transat	PriceFrom $275	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 484 reviews	Search Air Transat flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $293	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,557 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $328	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,491 reviews	Search Avianca flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $387	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,050 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

Air Transat Flights From Montreal to San José
Air Transat flies from Montreal to San José around 4 times per week, with 484 momondo users rating the airline 7.8/10. The cheapest Air Transat deal from Montreal to San José in the last 72 hours was $275 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $642 for Air Transat flights on this route.
Air Canada Flights From Montreal to San José
Air Canada is also a popular choice for this route. Air Canada flight deals for Montreal to San José start from as low as $218 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Air Canada deals seen on momondo around $633. Air Canada operates 2 flights to San José from Montreal in an average week. Users have rated it 7.1/10 across 10,551 reviews.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Montreal to San José flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to San José in the afternoon for as low as $617. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $661.

What is the cheapest Montreal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight route?

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Montreal 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 Montreal to San José flights?

You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a Montreal to San José flight.

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

As of December 2025, prices for Montreal to San José flights are approximately 21% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

United Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Montreal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

What airlines fly to San José?

How often are flights from Montreal to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 21% of flights between Montreal and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 185 minutes.

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

Generally, flights departing in the morning 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?

Saturday 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 Montreal to San José flights?

According to our data, Air Transat have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

The number of flights available between Montreal and San José is 5 per week as of December 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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