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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José from $221

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11:00 pm - 3:20 pmYVR-SJO
14h 20m2 stops
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1:31 pm - 10:20 pmSJO-YVR
34h 49m3 stops
$437Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 16
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7:00 am - 3:20 pmYVR-SJO
30h 20m3 stops
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1:31 pm - 10:20 pmSJO-YVR
34h 49m3 stops
$463Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Tue, Dec 16
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12:25 pm - 8:32 amYVR-SJO
18h 07m1 stop
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12:35 pm - 9:18 pmSJO-YVR
34h 43m2 stops
$470United Airlines
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Mon, Feb 9 - Mon, Feb 16
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1:44 pm - 1:54 pmYVR-SJO
22h 10m2 stops
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6:00 am - 9:15 pmSJO-YVR
17h 15m2 stops
$474American Airlines
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Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Feb 4
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6:00 am - 12:01 amYVR-SJO
16h 01m2 stops
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1:16 am - 6:45 pmSJO-YVR
19h 29m3 stops
$475Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 3
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12:25 pm - 8:32 amYVR-SJO
18h 07m1 stop
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9:40 am - 9:18 pmSJO-YVR
13h 38m1 stop
$476United Airlines
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Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Feb 4
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3:00 pm - 1:15 pmYVR-SJO
20h 15m2 stops
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9:40 am - 9:18 pmSJO-YVR
13h 38m1 stop
$481United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 7
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5:45 pm - 12:01 amYVR-SJO
28h 16m3 stops
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1:16 am - 6:45 pmSJO-YVR
19h 29m3 stops
$484Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Feb 4
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7:15 pm - 1:15 pmYVR-SJO
16h 00m2 stops
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8:45 am - 9:18 pmSJO-YVR
14h 33m2 stops
$485United Airlines
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Fri, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 7
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1:44 pm - 12:43 pmYVR-SJO
20h 59m2 stops
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4:01 pm - 12:30 pmSJO-YVR
22h 29m2 stops
$503American Airlines
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Mon, Jan 19 - Sat, Jan 31

United Airlines flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José

Our best United Airlines deals on Vancouver Intl Airport to San José flight tickets
United Airlines
Feb 9
YVR12:25 pmVancouver Intl
18h 07m
1 stop
SJO8:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 16
SJO12:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
34h 43m
2 stops
YVR9:18 pmVancouver Intl
$470
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United Airlines
Jan 21
YVR12:25 pmVancouver Intl
18h 07m
1 stop
SJO8:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 4
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 38m
1 stop
YVR9:18 pmVancouver Intl
$476
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United Airlines
Jan 30
YVR3:00 pmVancouver Intl
20h 15m
2 stops
SJO1:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 7
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 38m
1 stop
YVR9:18 pmVancouver Intl
$481
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American Airlines flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José

Our best American Airlines deals on Vancouver Intl Airport to San José flight tickets
American Airlines
Jan 21
YVR1:44 pmVancouver Intl
22h 10m
2 stops
SJO1:54 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 4
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 15m
2 stops
YVR9:15 pmVancouver Intl
$474
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American Airlines
Jan 19
YVR1:44 pmVancouver Intl
20h 59m
2 stops
SJO12:43 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 31
SJO4:01 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
22h 29m
2 stops
YVR12:30 pmVancouver Intl
$503
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VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 12/3

11:00 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops14h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/16

1:31 pm-10:20 pm

3 stops34h 49m

$437

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 12/3

7:00 am-3:20 pm

3 stops30h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/16

1:31 pm-10:20 pm

3 stops34h 49m

$463

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 2/9

12:25 pm-8:32 am

1 stop18h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/16

12:35 pm-9:18 pm

2 stops34h 43m

$470

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 1/21

1:44 pm-1:54 pm

2 stops22h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/4

6:00 am-9:15 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$474

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 1/21

6:00 am-12:01 am

2 stops16h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/3

1:16 am-6:45 pm

3 stops19h 29m

$475

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 1/21

12:25 pm-8:32 am

1 stop18h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/4

9:40 am-9:18 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$476

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 1/30

3:00 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops20h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/7

9:40 am-9:18 pm

1 stop13h 38m

$481

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 1/20

5:45 pm-12:01 am

3 stops28h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/4

1:16 am-6:45 pm

3 stops19h 29m

$484

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 1/30

7:15 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops16h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/7

8:45 am-9:18 pm

2 stops14h 33m

$485

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 1/19

1:44 pm-12:43 pm

2 stops20h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

4:01 pm-12:30 pm

2 stops22h 29m

$503

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $568. If you don’t want to visit San José in October, then you should wait until June to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $581.

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 Vancouver Intl Airport is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $611. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José on a Tuesday will generally be more expensive and average around $739. 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 Vancouver Intl Airport 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 $630. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $751.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Vancouver Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $680 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Vancouver Intl Airport for as low as $634 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Vancouver Intl Airport to San José flights?

You could potentially save up to 51% on your flight if you consider stops on a Vancouver Intl Airport to San José flight.

How have Vancouver Intl Airport to San José flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Vancouver Intl Airport to San José flights are approximately 33% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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  • How far is Vancouver Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Vancouver Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 3516.7 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 11h 17m.

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

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

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Vancouver Intl 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 necessary travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José?

Best airlines flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José

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American AirlinesPriceFrom $522Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,036 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $525Free CancellationRating
7.1
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $525Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,997 reviews
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