Cheap flights from San José to Mexico City from $98

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Volaris Costa Rica Logo
2:50 pm - 5:50 pmSJO-MEX
3h 00mnonstop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
7:00 pm - 11:13 pmMEX-SJO
4h 13m1 stop
$239Volaris Costa Rica
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Thu, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 15
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
2:50 pm - 5:50 pmSJO-MEX
3h 00mnonstop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
10:50 am - 1:50 pmMEX-SJO
3h 00mnonstop
$240Volaris Costa Rica
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Tue, Jan 13 - Fri, Jan 23
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
2:50 pm - 5:50 pmSJO-MEX
3h 00mnonstop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
7:00 pm - 11:13 pmMEX-SJO
4h 13m1 stop
$241Volaris Costa Rica
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Sun, Feb 15 - Sun, Feb 22
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
2:39 pm - 10:00 amSJO-MEX
19h 21m1 stop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
7:00 pm - 11:13 pmMEX-SJO
4h 13m1 stop
$242Volaris Costa Rica
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Thu, Feb 19 - Tue, Feb 24
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
4:45 pm - 7:45 pmSJO-MEX
3h 00mnonstop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
10:50 am - 1:50 pmMEX-SJO
3h 00mnonstop
$243Volaris Costa Rica
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Sat, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 5:50 pmSJO-MEX
3h 00mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 9:40 pmMEX-SJO
16h 40m1 stop
$244Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Jan 15 - Tue, Jan 20
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
5:30 am - 10:00 amSJO-MEX
4h 30m1 stop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
10:50 am - 1:45 pmMEX-SJO
2h 55mnonstop
$245Volaris Costa Rica
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Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 10
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
4:45 pm - 7:45 pmSJO-MEX
3h 00mnonstop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
10:50 am - 1:50 pmMEX-SJO
3h 00mnonstop
$246Volaris Costa Rica
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Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 10:00 amSJO-MEX
4h 30m1 stop
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4:00 am - 8:40 amMEX-SJO
4h 40m1 stop
$247Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 1
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
5:30 am - 10:00 amSJO-MEX
4h 30m1 stop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
7:00 pm - 11:13 pmMEX-SJO
4h 13m1 stop
$248Volaris Costa Rica
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Thu, Feb 12 - Wed, Mar 11

Avianca flights from San José to Mexico City

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Avianca
Nov 20
SJO12:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 05m
MEX3:25 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
Nov 25
MEX12:55 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
2h 55m
SJO3:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Avianca
Nov 20
SJO12:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 05m
MEX3:25 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
Nov 23
MEX4:00 amMexico City Benito Juarez
7h 45m
2 stops
SJO11:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Avianca
Dec 17
SJO4:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 45m
1 stop
MEX1:15 amMexico City Benito Juarez
Dec 31
MEX4:00 amMexico City Benito Juarez
7h 25m
1 stop
SJO11:25 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Volaris Costa Rica flights from San José to Mexico City

Our best Volaris Costa Rica deals on San José to Mexico City flight tickets
Volaris Costa Rica
Feb 12
SJO2:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 00m
MEX5:50 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
Feb 15
MEX7:00 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
4h 13m
1 stop
SJO11:13 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Volaris Costa Rica
Jan 13
SJO2:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 00m
MEX5:50 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
Jan 23
MEX10:50 amMexico City Benito Juarez
3h 00m
SJO1:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Volaris Costa Rica
Feb 15
SJO2:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
3h 00m
MEX5:50 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
Feb 22
MEX7:00 pmMexico City Benito Juarez
4h 13m
1 stop
SJO11:13 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Mexico City 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 November 17, 2025.
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San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

2:50 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 2/15

7:00 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$239

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/13

2:50 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 1/23

10:50 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$240

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/15

2:50 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 2/22

7:00 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$241

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

2:39 pm-10:00 am

1 stop19h 21m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 2/24

7:00 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$242

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/6

4:45 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 12/14

10:50 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$243

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/15

2:50 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 1/20

5:00 am-9:40 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$244

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

5:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/10

10:50 am-1:45 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$245

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/17

4:45 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 1/23

10:50 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$246

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

5:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 2/1

4:00 am-8:40 am

1 stop4h 40m

$247

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

5:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 30m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 3/11

7:00 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$248

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San José to Mexico City

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Mexico City?

The cheapest month to fly to Mexico City from San José is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $262, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Mexico City from San José during February instead. Flights to Mexico City in February, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $272.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Mexico City?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Mexico City. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $308. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from San José because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $335.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Mexico City is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from San José to Mexico City in the evening for as low as $241. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Mexico City, so prices are often more expensive at around $352 per ticket.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Mexico City?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Mexico City from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Mexico City for around $291 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Mexico City from San José for as low as $276 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez 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 San José to Mexico City flights?

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for San José to Mexico City flights are approximately 11% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San José to Mexico City

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San José to Mexico City according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$139

Fastest flight time

3h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Mexico City

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Mexico City from San José in the past 72 hours is $139. The best round-trip flight deal from San José to Mexico City found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $280.
The fastest flight from San José to Mexico City takes 3h 00m
Direct flights go from San José to Mexico City every day.
There is 1 airport near Mexico City: Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX)
  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez by plane?

    A flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez will travel around 1199.0 mi. Typically, this will take 3h 00m by plane in normal conditions.

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

    Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport are updated daily.

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Mexico City Benito Juarez 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Mexico City Benito Juarez 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 Mexico City Benito Juarez 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 Mexico City?

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

Best airlines flying from San José to Mexico City

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
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VolarisPriceFrom $195Free CancellationRating
6.7
1,150 reviews
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AeromexicoPriceFrom $202Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,660 reviews
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Volaris Costa RicaPriceFrom $212Free CancellationRating
7.8
80 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $242Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,475 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $248Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,566 reviews
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  • Volaris Costa Rica Flights From San José to Mexico City

    Volaris Costa Rica is one of the most popular airlines flying from San José to Mexico City, operating 14 flights/week on average for this route. A good Volaris Costa Rica flight deal for San José to Mexico City starts from $212 round-trip, up to an average price of $263. Our users have rated Volaris Costa Rica at 7.8/10.

  • Aeromexico Flights From San José to Mexico City

    $202 is the best Aeromexico flight deal from San José to Mexico City found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Aeromexico ticket price found was closer to $368, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Aeromexico (7.4/10 from 1,660 user reviews) flies into Mexico City from San José 14 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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