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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José from $287

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2:00 pm - 7:32 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 32m1 stop San Francisco
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9:40 am - 11:19 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 39m1 stop San Francisco
$525United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18
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1:36 pm - 12:22 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 46m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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8:45 am - 1:30 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
29h 45m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl Los Angeles
$525United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18
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8:15 pm - 7:32 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 17m1 stop San Francisco
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8:45 am - 1:30 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
29h 45m3 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl Los Angeles
$525United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18
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1:36 pm - 10:25 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 49m2 stops Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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9:40 am - 11:19 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 39m1 stop San Francisco
$525United Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 18
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7:00 am - 9:55 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 55m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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11:55 pm - 1:20 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 25m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$532Porter Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
American Airlines Logo
1:15 pm - 12:07 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 52m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas
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2:07 pm - 1:15 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
24h 08m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
$543American Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
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1:45 pm - 2:00 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
3:54 pm - 1:15 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
22h 21m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth
$544American Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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1:00 pm - 10:50 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 50m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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9:20 am - 8:37 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
24h 17m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Calgary
$560Air Canada
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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4:40 pm - 10:50 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 10m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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8:20 am - 8:53 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
25h 33m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Edmonton
$560Air Canada
Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31
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9:20 am - 10:50 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 30m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
Air Canada Logo
8:20 am - 1:20 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YVR Vancouver Intl
30h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$560Air Canada
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 31

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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
Nov 4
YVR2:00 pmVancouver Intl
16h 32m
1 stop
SJO7:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 18
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 39m
1 stop
YVR11:19 pmVancouver Intl
$525
United Airlines
Nov 4
YVR2:00 pmVancouver Intl
16h 32m
1 stop
SJO7:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 18
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 39m
1 stop
YVR11:19 pmVancouver Intl
$537
United Airlines
Nov 4
YVR2:00 pmVancouver Intl
16h 32m
1 stop
SJO7:32 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 18
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 39m
1 stop
YVR11:19 pmVancouver Intl
$539

Air Canada flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José

Our best Air Canada deals on Vancouver Intl Airport to San José flight tickets
Air Canada
Nov 16
YVR6:15 pmVancouver Intl
26h 15m
2 stops
SJO9:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 2
SJO9:20 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
28h 05m
1 stop
YVR12:25 pmVancouver Intl
$567
Air Canada
Oct 24
YVR11:00 pmVancouver Intl
22h 50m
2 stops
SJO10:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 31
SJO8:20 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
26h 27m
2 stops
YVR9:47 amVancouver Intl
$568
Air Canada
Nov 17
YVR9:05 pmVancouver Intl
23h 25m
2 stops
SJO9:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 1
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 13m
2 stops
YVR11:58 pmVancouver Intl
$570

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VancouverSan José

YVR Vancouver Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 11/4

2:00 pm-7:32 am

1 stop16h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/18

9:40 am-11:19 pm

1 stop14h 39m

$525

VancouverSan José

YVR Vancouver Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 11/4

1:36 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops21h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/18

8:45 am-1:30 pm

3 stops29h 45m

$525

VancouverSan José

YVR Vancouver Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 11/4

8:15 pm-7:32 am

1 stop10h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/18

8:45 am-1:30 pm

3 stops29h 45m

$525

VancouverSan José

YVR Vancouver Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 11/4

1:36 pm-10:25 am

2 stops19h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/18

9:40 am-11:19 pm

1 stop14h 39m

$525
Quickest round-trip

VancouverSan José

YVR Vancouver Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 12/7

7:00 am-9:55 pm

1 stop13h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/14

11:55 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$532

VancouverSan José

YVR Vancouver Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 11/9

1:15 pm-12:07 pm

2 stops21h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/17

2:07 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops24h 08m

$543

VancouverSan José

YVR Vancouver Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 10/26

1:45 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops23h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/2

3:54 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops22h 21m

$544

VancouverSan José

YVR Vancouver Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 10/26

1:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop32h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/2

9:20 am-8:37 am

2 stops24h 17m

$560

VancouverSan José

YVR Vancouver Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 10/24

4:40 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop29h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/31

8:20 am-8:53 am

2 stops25h 33m

$560

VancouverSan José

YVR Vancouver Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 10/25

9:20 am-10:50 pm

1 stop12h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/31

8:20 am-1:20 pm

1 stop30h 00m

$560

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $566 to $668.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $525.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, November 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 $623. If you don’t want to visit San José in November, then you should wait until September to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $625.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 $696 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 $540 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 44% 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 September 2026, prices for Vancouver Intl Airport to San José flights are approximately 12% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José

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Best Price Found

$287

Fastest flight time

13h 55m

Direct flights

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The best one-way flight to San José from Vancouver Intl Airport in the past 72 hours is $287. The best round-trip flight deal from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $525.
The fastest flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José takes 13h 55m
There are no direct flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José. There are no popular flight routes from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to San José

  • 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 13h 55m.

  • 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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Rating
Free Cancellation
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $254Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,630 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $540Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,209 reviews
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