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Cheap flights from Ottawa to San José from C$ 239

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United Airlines Logo
5:11 p.m. - 12:56 p.m.
YOW
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SJO
20h 45m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
12:35 p.m. - 5:07 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
27h 32m
2 stops
C$ 424United Airlines
Sat, 7 Feb - Thu, 19 Feb
United Airlines Logo
7:25 p.m. - 12:26 p.m.
YOW
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SJO
19h 01m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:30 p.m. - 9:14 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
29h 44m
2 stops
C$ 440United Airlines
Tue, 26 May - Fri, 29 May
United Airlines Logo
10:35 a.m. - 12:26 p.m.
YOW
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SJO
27h 51m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:44 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
23h 01m
2 stops
C$ 441United Airlines
Tue, 26 May - Fri, 29 May
United Airlines Logo
9:45 a.m. - 12:56 p.m.
YOW
-
SJO
28h 11m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
11:28 p.m. - 5:12 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
16h 44m
2 stops
C$ 473United Airlines
Wed, 18 Feb - Wed, 4 Mar
United Airlines Logo
5:11 p.m. - 12:56 p.m.
YOW
-
SJO
20h 45m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:28 p.m. - 5:07 p.m.
SJO
-
YOW
16h 39m
2 stops
C$ 474United Airlines
Sat, 7 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
United Airlines Logo
6:00 p.m. - 10:11 a.m.
YOW
-
SJO
18h 11m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:30 a.m. - 9:14 p.m.
SJO
-
YOW
18h 44m
2 stops
C$ 498United Airlines
Fri, 29 May - Mon, 1 Jun
United Airlines Logo
6:00 a.m. - 7:37 p.m.
YOW
-
SJO
15h 37m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:30 a.m. - 11:45 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
21h 15m
2 stops
C$ 499United Airlines
Fri, 29 May - Mon, 1 Jun
United Airlines Logo
5:11 p.m. - 12:56 p.m.
YOW
-
SJO
20h 45m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:28 p.m. - 9:18 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
20h 50m
2 stops
C$ 502United Airlines
Sat, 7 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
United Airlines Logo
5:11 p.m. - 12:56 p.m.
YOW
-
SJO
20h 45m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:35 a.m. - 5:12 p.m.
SJO
-
YOW
27h 37m
2 stops
C$ 516United Airlines
Wed, 4 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
United Airlines Logo
5:11 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.
YOW
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SJO
21h 04m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
12:35 p.m. - 9:18 p.m.
SJO
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YOW
31h 43m
2 stops
C$ 524United Airlines
Mon, 16 Feb - Mon, 23 Feb

United Airlines flights from Ottawa to San José

Our best United Airlines deals on Ottawa to San José flight tickets
United Airlines
7 Feb
YOW2:15 p.m.Ottawa
23h 41m
2 stops
SJO12:56 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19 Feb
SJO12:35 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
27h 32m
2 stops
YOW5:07 p.m.Ottawa
C$ 424
United Airlines
26 May
YOW7:25 p.m.Ottawa
19h 01m
2 stops
SJO12:26 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29 May
SJO1:30 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 44m
2 stops
YOW9:14 p.m.Ottawa
C$ 440
United Airlines
26 May
YOW10:35 a.m.Ottawa
25h 36m
2 stops
SJO10:11 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29 May
SJO12:44 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 01m
2 stops
YOW1:45 p.m.Ottawa
C$ 441

Avianca flights from Ottawa to San José

Our best Avianca deals on Ottawa to San José flight tickets
Avianca
24 May
YOW2:00 p.m.Ottawa
11h 40m
2 stops
SJO11:40 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
4 Jun
SJO5:05 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 05m
2 stops
YOW7:10 p.m.Ottawa
C$ 624
Avianca
29 May
YOW12:00 p.m.Ottawa
25h 45m
3 stops
SJO11:45 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
2 Jun
SJO5:05 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 31m
2 stops
YOW1:36 a.m.Ottawa
C$ 679

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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 22 January 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Sat 7/2

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

1 stop20h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 19/2

12:35 p.m.-5:07 p.m.

2 stops27h 32m

C$ 424

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Tue 26/5

7:25 p.m.-12:26 p.m.

2 stops19h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 29/5

1:30 p.m.-9:14 p.m.

2 stops29h 44m

C$ 440

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Tue 26/5

10:35 a.m.-12:26 p.m.

2 stops27h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 29/5

12:44 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

2 stops23h 01m

C$ 441

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Wed 18/2

9:45 a.m.-12:56 p.m.

2 stops28h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/3

11:28 p.m.-5:12 p.m.

2 stops16h 44m

C$ 473

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Sat 7/2

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

1 stop20h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 18/2

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

2 stops16h 39m

C$ 474

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Fri 29/5

6:00 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

2 stops18h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/6

12:30 a.m.-9:14 p.m.

2 stops18h 44m

C$ 498

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Fri 29/5

6:00 a.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops15h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/6

12:30 a.m.-11:45 p.m.

2 stops21h 15m

C$ 499

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Sat 7/2

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

1 stop20h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/2

11:28 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

2 stops20h 50m

C$ 502

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Wed 4/3

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

1 stop20h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/3

11:35 a.m.-5:12 p.m.

2 stops27h 37m

C$ 516

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Mon 16/2

5:11 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops21h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/2

12:35 p.m.-9:18 p.m.

2 stops31h 43m

C$ 524

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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$ 766. 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$ 785.

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$ 933 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$ 639 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 43% 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 January 2026, prices for Ottawa to San José flights are approximately 12% 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

17h 47m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Ottawa to San José takes 17h 47m
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 17h 47m.

  • 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$ 519Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,192 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom C$ 803Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,647 reviews
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