SJO - MEX

£156 Find Cheap Flights from San José to Mexico City

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Cheap Flight Deals from San José to Mexico City (SJO-MEX)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San José to Mexico City that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from San José to Mexico City

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from San José to Mexico City.
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Copa Airlines Logo
14:53 - 22:05SJO-MEX
7h 12m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
01:40 - 16:22MEX-SJO
14h 42m1 stop
£193Copa Airlines
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Thu, 15 May - Sat, 17 May
Copa Airlines Logo
08:09 - 22:00SJO-MEX
13h 51m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
05:50 - 13:54MEX-SJO
8h 04m1 stop
£194Copa Airlines
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Fri, 23 May - Sun, 1 Jun
Copa Airlines Logo
10:57 - 22:05SJO-MEX
11h 08m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
01:40 - 16:22MEX-SJO
14h 42m1 stop
£195Copa Airlines
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Fri, 15 Aug - Tue, 19 Aug
Avianca Logo
12:20 - 15:25SJO-MEX
3h 05mdirect
Avianca Logo
12:55 - 15:50MEX-SJO
2h 55mdirect
£204Avianca
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Sun, 18 May - Fri, 23 May
Avianca Logo
10:10 - 23:00SJO-MEX
12h 50m1 stop
Avianca Logo
00:40 - 14:05MEX-SJO
37h 25m1 stop
£228Avianca
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Mon, 6 Oct - Sat, 11 Oct
Avianca Logo
01:40 - 12:05SJO-MEX
10h 25m1 stop
Avianca Logo
00:40 - 14:05MEX-SJO
13h 25m1 stop
£233Avianca
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Sat, 17 May - Thu, 22 May
Avianca Logo
01:40 - 18:05SJO-MEX
16h 25m1 stop
Avianca Logo
23:20 - 14:05MEX-SJO
14h 45m1 stop
£258Avianca
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Sun, 5 Oct - Sun, 12 Oct
United Airlines Logo
11:13 - 23:10SJO-MEX
11h 57m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:35 - 19:37MEX-SJO
8h 02m1 stop
£632United Airlines
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Mon, 23 Jun - Tue, 1 Jul
United Airlines Logo
05:30 - 13:15SJO-MEX
7h 45m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
04:40 - 12:26MEX-SJO
7h 46m1 stop
£653United Airlines
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Fri, 20 Jun - Wed, 2 Jul
United Airlines Logo
05:30 - 13:15SJO-MEX
7h 45m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
04:40 - 12:26MEX-SJO
7h 46m1 stop
£672United Airlines
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Fri, 20 Jun - Fri, 27 Jun
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San José to Mexico City flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San José to Mexico City to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Mexico City?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San José to Mexico City clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from San José to Mexico City, you should consider leaving on a Friday and avoid Wednesdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to San José, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Mexico City?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San José to Mexico City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San José to Mexico City is February, where tickets cost £189 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £244 and £239 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from San José to Mexico City?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of £373, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San José to Mexico City, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from San José to Mexico City, you should book around 9 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San José to Mexico City

Low season

June

High season

October

Cheapest flight

£156
Best time to beat the crowds (0% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (5% more expensive on average)
Flight from San José to Mexico City

When to book flights from San José to Mexico City

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Mexico City based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San José to Mexico City

  • Are there any on-site hotels at Mexico City International Airport?

    Mexico City International Airport has a few on-site hotels, including IZzzleep in Terminals 1 and 2, which has sleep capsules that you can rent by the hour. There are also the Hilton Mexico City Airport and the Hotel NH Collection, which are both located in Terminal 1. The Courtyard Mexico City Airport is connected to Terminal 1 via a covered walkway, and it has a free airport shuttle from Terminal 2.

  • How can I travel from Mexico City International Airport to downtown Mexico City?

    When driving from Mexico City International Airport to the city center, the journey will typically take you anywhere from 35 to 45min depending on what traffic conditions are like at the time. You can also take local metro line 5, which will bring you to downtown Mexico City in around 30min.

  • What is there to do while waiting for my flight to take off from Juan Santamaría International Airport?

    If you’re in the mood to treat yourself, head to Spa Mioderma for a manicure, pedicure, facial, or massage. There are also five different duty-free stores located in the airport, and they sell a variety of jewelry, beauty products, and travel items.

  • What amenities does Juan Santamaría International Airport have for travelers with limited mobility?

    Juan Santamaría International Airport is accessible for passengers with disabilities and has elevators to bring travelers to the different levels of the main terminal. There are also wheelchairs that passengers can use for free. If you need additional assistance, contact your airline ahead of time, and an employee can be present to help you through security and arrival at your boarding gate.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San José to Mexico City?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San José to Mexico City was £208 for a one-way ticket and £258 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San José to Mexico City?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San José to Mexico City flight route: Aeromexico, Delta, British Airways, Lufthansa, American Airlines, Air Canada, and Air France.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San José to Mexico City?

    The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San José to Mexico City flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San José to Mexico City?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between San José and Mexico City, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San José to Mexico City?

    There are direct flights from San José to Mexico City on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San José to Mexico City?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San José to Mexico City.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San José to Mexico City?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Mexico City from San José is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San José to Mexico City?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Mexico City with an airline and back to San José with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San José to Mexico City?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Mexico City from San José up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San José to Mexico City

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Mexico City to San José? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £97 or less one-way.
  • Flights from San José to Mexico City depart from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), which is one of the largest airports in Costa Rica. This airport is also known for being a hub for Avianca and Copa Airlines, so it’s common to see these companies operate flights between these two locations.
  • There are quite a few daily flights between these two cities that are nonstop, and they are often serviced by airlines like Aeromexico or Volaris. You can also find many journeys that require one layover, and these might be operated by companies such as Avianca or Volaris.
  • Sit back and relax before your flight starts boarding by heading to one of the lounges at Juan Santamaría International Airport. Both the VIP Lounge Costa Rica and the Santamaria VIP Lounge can be found airside near Gate 5.
  • In case you would like to store a piece of luggage or two after your flight has landed, Mexico City International Airport (MEX) is equipped with luggage lockers. You can find them in Terminals 1 and 2 near the baggage claims, and they can be rented by the hour or day.
  • If you need to travel to Juan Santamaría International Airport from the city center of San José, it’s typically best to drive, as public transport is not normally an option. Under normal traffic conditions, the trip will take you between 25 and 30min.

Prefer to fly direct from San José to Mexico City?

Find which airlines fly direct from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Mexico City Benito Juarez Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez

Monday

Aeromexico, Air France, Avianca, +2 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +3 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Air France, Avianca, +2 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +3 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air France, Avianca, +2 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +3 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air France, Avianca, +2 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +3 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air France, Avianca, +2 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +3 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air France, Avianca, +1 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +2 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air France, Avianca, +2 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +3 more

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Direct returns

Mexico City Benito Juarez to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Monday

Aeromexico, Air France, Avianca, +2 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +3 more

Tuesday

Aeromexico, Avianca, LATAM Airlines, +2 more

Aeromexico, Avianca, +3 more

Wednesday

Aeromexico, Air France, Avianca, +2 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +3 more

Thursday

Aeromexico, Air France, Avianca, +2 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +3 more

Friday

Aeromexico, Air France, Avianca, +2 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +3 more

Saturday

Aeromexico, Air France, Avianca, +1 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +2 more

Sunday

Aeromexico, Air France, Avianca, +2 more

Aeromexico, Air France, +3 more

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Top 3 airlines serving from San José to Mexico City

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San José to Mexico City. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.8
Volaris Costa RicaOverall score based on 79 reviews
7.8Boarding
7.5Comfort
5.2Entertainment
8.2Crew
5.8Food
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Quick boarding and check in.. but premium seats don’t recline.. very hard to relax. But overall, it was a Great a satisfying experience.. Thank You

10.0 ExcellentHugo, Sept 2023JFK - SAL
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Quick boarding and check in.. but premium seats don’t recline.. very hard to relax. But overall, it was a Great a satisfying experience.. Thank You

If they listen to you especially when there’s a problem with a passport now I lost my tickets and also my seat money

The worst airline I have ever experienced. Terrible customer service. Absolutely disgraceful

Checking bags at the airport, very confusing they make lines for different flights but they don’t have any signs, so if you are on the wrong line be aware they will send you to the end of the correct line. No priority for check in even if you pay and no priority to disabled persons and elderly persons.

Despite all the negative reviews, I took Volaris with a family of 4 (including a toddler and infant in arms). The only compliant was they charged me $70 to gate check our wagon (which we use as a stroller) and then it was not available for pickup at the gate (which is the entire point), so we had to get through customs and the airport with our luggage and no way to push our kids :(

Après avoir manqué l’avion aucune aide de la part des agents à l’aéroport pour trouver un autre vol

Más comida no cobrar tanto por los asientos y comida food

Worst airline ever!! Delays in all my flights!!! Do not flight with Volaris!

The departures screens in the airport showed the flight as canceled for some weird reason, but when I got to the gate just to double check, it showed it as on time, and not canceled. This was confusing, but ultimately I was able to get to where I needed to go.

For whatever reason, when I was in the San Jose airport, the flight from Volaris read as canceled on the Departures screens you'd find all over the terminal, it wasn't until I got to the gate that it showed it as on time and still on. It was confusing, but ultimately I did get to where I needed to go with the flight I was expecting.

Lousy No wheelchair. As normal at Atlanta Cheap airline Cheap aero plane. - Neither entertainment nor food on a 5 hour saga

The airplane was an old airplane, seats were very uncomfortable and very little space, they changed my seat and that was no option to get back into my seat even when I was traveling a senior who required assistance.

This is not a low cost airline. Stop acting like o e.

Aeromexico crew made me check my hand luggage in the door of the plane. As soon as I reach Mexico City, I notice that my luggage was opened and 8 games of Nintendo Switch were stolen (700 dllrs value aprox) (the console was there) but the games were stolen. I am very dissapointed of Aeromexico and all the crew. Instead of being a good trip, It was a sad trip

Ok. But we arrived to a remote terminal which meant that a bus had to take us to the terminal building

Old aircraft the audio of the entertainment dosent work Dirty seats

The plane was so outdated, that it made it uncomfortable. The temperature was hot during the whole flight

Happy attentive flight crew. All in all good flight the night flight works well. Getting into Mexico City early so you don't get caught up it all the immigration and custom ques, additionally, this helps when exiting the airport and crossing the city to your final destination. All works very well and would do it again

Some entertainment and food/snack service would have been nice

All the pessengers should be wait in a line útil the creo and piloto are arrived.

Late departure. When the flight arrived in Medellin the plane sat at the gate for 20 minutes waiting for a bus for us to get off the plane.

I receive a service for what I pay, so it is fair.

i think the flight was late because they were so strict about measuring everyone's personal items to try and charge them $119. It was really petty and made us late.

Purchased a business class ticket and got a economy seat with center seat blocked they call it business. 3100usd ticket on a flight where economy costs 500usd The biggest scam insult have had on a regular airline. Avianca should be in the low cost category and kicked out of Star Alliance. I want the difference to be credited. Ets see what Avianca does. No reply so far. Avianca = low cost airline. Beware

Excellent flight and one of the smoothest landing I’ve ever experienced

The seats were very uncomfortable. I would have upgrade or got different flight if I knew. I usually sleep in the plane but I couldn’t sleep at all. Very uncomfortable. Also no food or drink everything was to purchase, and that’s u usual for international flight.

There isn't much space in-between seats and even water needs to be paid for during the flight.

Flew with our two children. Paid $380 to check two bags (one was overweight). They then left the bags behind on Sunday, December 21st, with all our family’s clothes and family Christmas presents. When we arrived at our destination they told us the bags had not arrived, and they thought (but didn’t know) they were still in Boston, but that there’d be a flight the next day and the bags would arrive the next day. The next day we found out there was no flight, now we’re hoping we get our bags before we fly back out. Meanwhile, trying to get any engagement or accurate information is a waste of time. The folks at the call center are just gatekeepers, who can’t connect with any departments that actually do things to solve a problem. Getting information is made deliberately difficult. My biggest regret is that I’ve had a number of awful experiences with Avianca traveling between the US and Colombia, and still let myself get suckered into buying these tickets because the schedule was great. Never again.

please see previous response; it covers the whole travel trajectory.

The connection time is too short to pass through customs and once you do clear customs the connecting flight is in another terminal that is not close.

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