How often are flights from San José to Cancún delayed?

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between San José and Cancún have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 129 minutes.

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

According to our data, Volaris have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

10 flights are operational weekly from San José to Cancún as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

The number of flights available between San José and Cancún is 1 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 1:00PM, with 50% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

Sunday 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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun?

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

What airlines fly to Cancún?

Volaris, Volaris Costa Rica and Copa Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cancún from San José according to our data. Volaris is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cancún. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Cancún on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

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

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

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cancun 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 Cancun Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in May, then you should wait until June to fly from San José, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $216.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cancún?

The cheapest day to depart from San José to Cancún is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $237. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $273. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cancún.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cancún is in the morning. Flights from San José to Cancún during this time can be as low as $248. Flights to Cancún are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $305. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cancún?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cancún from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around $254 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from San José for as low as $240 on momondo.

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

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

As of December 2025, prices for San José to Cancún flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found	$117
Fastest flight time	2h 16m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Cancún	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Cancún from San José in the past 72 hours is $117. The best round-trip flight deal from San José to Cancún found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $222.

The fastest flight from San José to Cancún takes 2h 16m

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There is 1 airport in Cancún. From San José there are direct flights to Cancun (CUN).

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How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun by plane?
A flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun will travel around 795.9 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 2h 16m.
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As of December 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Cancun Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Cancun 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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Cancun Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Cancun 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 Cancun 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 San José to Cancún?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from San José to Cancún is Airbus A320neo, representing 59.71% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 37.80%, Airbus A321-100/200 at 0.55%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 0.40%.
What is the most popular airline from San José to Cancún?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San José and Cancún, the leading airline is Volaris, making up 46% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Volaris Costa Rica with 26%, Copa Airlines with 13%, and Avianca with 12%.

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Aeromexico	PriceFrom $153	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,629 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $156	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,556 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Volaris Costa Rica	PriceFrom $171	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 80 reviews	Search Volaris Costa Rica flights
Volaris	PriceFrom $186	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 1,156 reviews	Search Volaris flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $243	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,490 reviews	Search Avianca flights

Volaris Costa Rica Flights From San José to Cancún
Volaris Costa Rica flies from San José to Cancún around 2 times per week, with 80 momondo users rating the airline 7.8/10. The cheapest Volaris Costa Rica deal from San José to Cancún in the last 72 hours was $171 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $267 for Volaris Costa Rica flights on this route.
Volaris Flights From San José to Cancún
$186 is the best Volaris flight deal from San José to Cancún found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Volaris ticket price found was closer to $242, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Volaris (6.6/10 from 1,158 user reviews) flies into Cancún from San José 4 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

If you don’t want to visit Cancún in May, then you should wait until June to fly from San José, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $216.

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

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

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

As of December 2025, prices for San José to Cancún flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

What airlines fly to Cancún?

How often are flights from San José to Cancún delayed?

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between San José and Cancún have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 129 minutes.

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

Sunday 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 San José to Cancún flights?

According to our data, Volaris have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

The number of flights available between San José and Cancún is 1 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 1:00PM, with 50% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

10 flights are operational weekly from San José to Cancún as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 20% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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