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Cheap flights from Ottawa to San José from C$ 298

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United Airlines Logo
6:20 a.m. - 8:39 p.m.
YOW
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SJO
39h 19m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:30 a.m. - 5:12 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
33h 42m2 stops
C$ 414United Airlines
Thu, 8 Jan - Thu, 15 Jan
United Airlines Logo
7:27 p.m. - 12:55 p.m.
YOW
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SJO
18h 28m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:05 p.m. - 9:18 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
30h 13m1 stop
C$ 512United Airlines
Fri, 30 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb
United Airlines Logo
5:11 p.m. - 6:16 p.m.
YOW
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SJO
26h 05m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:28 p.m. - 5:07 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
16h 39m2 stops
C$ 537United Airlines
Mon, 9 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
United Airlines Logo
5:11 p.m. - 12:56 p.m.
YOW
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SJO
20h 45m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:30 a.m. - 9:18 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
13h 48m2 stops
C$ 541United Airlines
Sat, 17 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
United Airlines Logo
3:10 p.m. - 12:56 p.m.
YOW
-
SJO
22h 46m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:30 a.m. - 2:27 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
30h 57m2 stops
C$ 543United Airlines
Sat, 17 Jan - Tue, 3 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:15 p.m. - 12:22 p.m.
YOW
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SJO
21h 07m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:50 p.m. - 12:42 a.m.
SJO
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YOW
27h 52m2 stops
C$ 546Multiple Airlines
Sun, 18 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 a.m. - 12:22 p.m.
YOW
-
SJO
30h 22m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:50 p.m. - 12:42 a.m.
SJO
-
YOW
27h 52m2 stops
C$ 568Multiple Airlines
Wed, 14 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan
United Airlines Logo
7:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
YOW
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SJO
18h 45m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
2:20 p.m. - 5:07 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
25h 47m2 stops
C$ 570United Airlines
Sun, 15 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb
United Airlines Logo
6:20 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
YOW
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SJO
31h 55m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:30 a.m. - 11:54 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
16h 24m2 stops
C$ 575United Airlines
Fri, 16 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan
United Airlines Logo
2:15 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
YOW
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SJO
24h 00m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
2:20 p.m. - 9:18 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
29h 58m2 stops
C$ 576United Airlines
Sun, 15 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

Air Canada flights from Ottawa to San José

Our best Air Canada deals on Ottawa to San José flight tickets
Air Canada
15 Dec
YOW8:00 p.m.Ottawa
28h 15m
1 stop
SJO11:15 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
25 Dec
SJO8:35 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 03m
1 stop
YOW6:38 p.m.Ottawa
C$ 878
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Air Canada
16 Dec
YOW10:20 a.m.Ottawa
13h 35m
1 stop
SJO10:55 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
17 Dec
SJO8:50 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 30m
1 stop
YOW10:20 p.m.Ottawa
C$ 972
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Air Canada
15 Dec
YOW12:05 p.m.Ottawa
11h 50m
1 stop
SJO10:55 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
16 Dec
SJO8:35 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 43m
1 stop
YOW7:18 p.m.Ottawa
C$ 976
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United Airlines flights from Ottawa to San José

Our best United Airlines deals on Ottawa to San José flight tickets
United Airlines
21 Jan
YOW5:11 p.m.Ottawa
20h 45m
1 stop
SJO12:56 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31 Jan
SJO6:30 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 42m
2 stops
YOW5:12 p.m.Ottawa
C$ 414
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United Airlines
18 Feb
YOW5:11 p.m.Ottawa
26h 05m
2 stops
SJO6:16 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
4 Mar
SJO12:35 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 51m
2 stops
YOW10:26 a.m.Ottawa
C$ 415
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United Airlines
17 Jan
YOW5:11 p.m.Ottawa
20h 45m
1 stop
SJO12:56 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
3 Feb
SJO9:05 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 13m
2 stops
YOW9:18 p.m.Ottawa
C$ 478
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to San José 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 96,600 searches. Data last updated 10 December 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Thu 8/1

6:20 a.m.-8:39 p.m.

2 stops39h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 15/1

6:30 a.m.-5:12 p.m.

2 stops33h 42m

C$ 414

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Fri 30/1

7:27 p.m.-12:55 p.m.

1 stop18h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/2

2:05 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

1 stop30h 13m

C$ 512

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Mon 9/2

5:11 p.m.-6:16 p.m.

2 stops26h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 25/2

11:28 p.m.-5:07 p.m.

2 stops16h 39m

C$ 537

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Sat 17/1

5:11 p.m.-12:56 p.m.

1 stop20h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 24/1

6:30 a.m.-9:18 p.m.

2 stops13h 48m

C$ 541

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Sat 17/1

3:10 p.m.-12:56 p.m.

2 stops22h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/2

6:30 a.m.-2:27 p.m.

2 stops30h 57m

C$ 543

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Sun 18/1

4:15 p.m.-12:22 p.m.

1 stop21h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/1

7:50 p.m.-12:42 a.m.

2 stops27h 52m

C$ 546

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Wed 14/1

7:00 a.m.-12:22 p.m.

1 stop30h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 28/1

7:50 p.m.-12:42 a.m.

2 stops27h 52m

C$ 568

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Sun 15/2

7:30 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops18h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/2

2:20 p.m.-5:07 p.m.

2 stops25h 47m

C$ 570

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Fri 16/1

6:20 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops31h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 22/1

6:30 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops16h 24m

C$ 575

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Sun 15/2

2:15 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops24h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/2

2:20 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

2 stops29h 58m

C$ 576

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 748. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to San José from Ottawa during July instead. Flights to San José in July, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around C$ 786.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José?

The cheapest day to depart from Ottawa to San José is on a Sunday. Travellers who choose to depart for San José on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as C$ 983. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around C$ 1,297. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San José.

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

Flying to San José from Ottawa in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as C$ 600 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San José is at noon when prices are around C$ 1,182.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Ottawa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around C$ 964 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Ottawa for as low as C$ 605 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Ottawa to San José flights?

You could potentially save up to 23% on your flight if you consider stops on a Ottawa to San José flight.

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

As of December 2025, prices for Ottawa to San José flights are approximately 82% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Ottawa to San José

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Ottawa to San José according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Ottawa to San José (YOW to SJO) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

14h 04m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Ottawa to San José takes 14h 04m
There are no direct flights from Ottawa to San José. There are no popular flight routes from Ottawa to San José.
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  • How far is Ottawa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    A flight from Ottawa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl will travel around 4023.4 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 14h 04m.

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

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

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

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Ottawa 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 travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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 San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

Best airlines flying from Ottawa to San José

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom C$ 530Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,092 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom C$ 772Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,515 reviews
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