Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Ottawa to San José?

Flights connecting via Toronto (YYZ) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 9h 59m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Ottawa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl?

Porter Airlines and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Ottawa to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Ottawa and San José?

Toronto (YYZ) was the most common stop: 56% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Ottawa to San José?

Toronto (YYZ) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 52m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Ottawa to San José?

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the lowest average round-trip price of C$ 518.

Which airlines fly to San José?

Air Canada, Air Transat and Avianca are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San José from Ottawa according to our data. Air Canada is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San José. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to San José on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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?

There are 4 operators available for flights from Ottawa Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of November 2026.

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.

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2:00 p.m. - 7:53 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

30h 53m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark

8:45 a.m. - 2:09 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

28h 24m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 714United Airlines

Mon, 8 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb

6:00 a.m. - 7:53 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 53m1 stop Newark

8:45 a.m. - 2:09 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

28h 24m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 714United Airlines

Mon, 8 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb

10:50 a.m. - 11:50 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 00m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

9:20 a.m. - 9:47 a.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

23h 27m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

C$ 734Air Canada

Sun, 6 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec

9:00 a.m. - 11:50 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 50m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

8:45 a.m. - 9:50 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

12h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 736Air Canada

Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov

1:45 p.m. - 9:55 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

10:55 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

17h 20m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Halifax Intl

C$ 741Porter Airlines

Wed, 24 Mar - Fri, 30 Apr

1:45 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

10:55 p.m. - 8:02 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

19h 07m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Halifax Intl

C$ 786Porter Airlines

Wed, 10 Mar - Sun, 28 Mar

6:00 a.m. - 7:53 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 53m1 stop Newark

12:35 p.m. - 2:09 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

24h 34m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 890Multiple Airlines

Mon, 8 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb

6:00 a.m. - 7:53 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 53m1 stop Newark

12:35 p.m. - 2:09 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

24h 34m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

C$ 893Multiple Airlines

Mon, 8 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb

9:45 a.m. - 8:35 a.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

23h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

5:10 a.m. - 1:40 a.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

19h 30m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 982Avianca

Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec

9:10 a.m. - 11:40 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 30m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl San Salvador El Salvador Intl

7:45 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

20h 35m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 1,544Avianca

Fri, 18 Dec - Fri, 25 Dec

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4:46 p.m. - 12:42 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 56m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

12:35 p.m. - 3:07 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

25h 32m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

C$ 861United Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

3:10 p.m. - 12:42 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 32m1 stop Newark

11:28 p.m. - 7:27 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

18h 59m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

C$ 861United Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

3:10 p.m. - 12:42 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 32m1 stop Newark

2:25 p.m. - 3:07 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

23h 42m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

C$ 885United Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

6:15 a.m. - 12:42 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

31h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Newark

1:55 p.m. - 3:07 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

24h 12m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

C$ 885United Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

7:40 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

29h 50m1 stop Cancun

12:35 p.m. - 10:44 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

9h 09m1 stop Liberia

C$ 1,111Multiple Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

7:40 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

29h 50m1 stop Cancun

4:00 p.m. - 10:44 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

29h 44m1 stop Liberia

C$ 1,111Multiple Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

7:00 a.m. - 1:01 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

31h 01m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Charlotte Douglas Miami

3:52 p.m. - 5:52 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

25h 00m3 stops Miami New York LaGuardia Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 5,474American Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

7:00 a.m. - 1:01 p.m.YOW Ottawa-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

31h 01m3 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Charlotte Douglas Miami

3:52 p.m. - 5:52 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YOW Ottawa

25h 00m3 stops Miami New York LaGuardia Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 5,607American Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

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United Airlines flights from Ottawa to San José

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United Airlines

8 Feb

YOW2:00 p.m.Ottawa

30h 53m

2 stops

SJO7:53 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

23 Feb

SJO8:45 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

28h 24m

2 stops

YOW2:09 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 714

United Airlines

20 Feb

YOW3:10 p.m.Ottawa

22h 50m

2 stops

SJO1:00 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

9 Mar

SJO12:35 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 43m

2 stops

YOW2:18 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 734

United Airlines

18 Feb

YOW6:00 a.m.Ottawa

14h 53m

1 stop

SJO7:53 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8 Mar

SJO11:28 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 58m

2 stops

YOW9:26 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 737

Porter Airlines flights from Ottawa to San José

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Porter Airlines

10 Mar

YOW1:45 p.m.Ottawa

10h 10m

1 stop

SJO10:55 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

29 Mar

SJO10:55 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 07m

2 stops

YOW4:02 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 786

Porter Airlines

10 Mar

YOW1:45 p.m.Ottawa

10h 10m

1 stop

SJO10:55 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

31 Mar

SJO10:55 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 04m

2 stops

YOW3:59 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 803

Porter Airlines

26 Mar

YOW1:45 p.m.Ottawa

10h 10m

1 stop

SJO9:55 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

30 Apr

SJO10:55 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 20m

2 stops

YOW6:15 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 810

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OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Mon 8/2

2:00 p.m.-7:53 p.m.

2 stops30h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 23/2

8:45 a.m.-2:09 p.m.

2 stops28h 24m

C$ 714

OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Mon 8/2

6:00 a.m.-7:53 p.m.

1 stop14h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 23/2

8:45 a.m.-2:09 p.m.

2 stops28h 24m

C$ 714

OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Sun 6/12

10:50 a.m.-11:50 p.m.

1 stop14h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 14/12

9:20 a.m.-9:47 a.m.

1 stop23h 27m

C$ 734

OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Fri 27/11

9:00 a.m.-11:50 p.m.

1 stop15h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 30/11

8:45 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

1 stop12h 05m

C$ 736

Quickest round-trip

OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Wed 24/3

1:45 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

1 stop10h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 30/4

10:55 p.m.-6:15 p.m.

2 stops17h 20m

C$ 741

OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Wed 10/3

1:45 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

1 stop10h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 28/3

10:55 p.m.-8:02 p.m.

2 stops19h 07m

C$ 786

OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Mon 8/2

6:00 a.m.-7:53 p.m.

1 stop14h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 23/2

12:35 p.m.-2:09 p.m.

2 stops24h 34m

C$ 890

OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Mon 8/2

6:00 a.m.-7:53 p.m.

1 stop14h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 23/2

12:35 p.m.-2:09 p.m.

2 stops24h 34m

C$ 893

OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Thu 10/12

9:45 a.m.-8:35 a.m.

2 stops23h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 17/12

5:10 a.m.-1:40 a.m.

2 stops19h 30m

C$ 982

OttawaSan José

YOW Ottawa - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Fri 18/12

9:10 a.m.-11:40 p.m.

2 stops15h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 25/12

7:45 p.m.-5:20 p.m.

2 stops20h 35m

C$ 1,544

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from C$ 796 to C$ 1,109.
The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 714.

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$ 662. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to San José from Ottawa during June instead. Flights to San José in June, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around C$ 669.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ottawa 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$ 889 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$ 777 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 34% 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?

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Best price found	C$ 317
Fastest flight time	11h 54m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to San José from Ottawa in the past 72 hours is C$ 317. The best round-trip flight deal from Ottawa to San José found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 714.

The fastest flight from Ottawa to San José takes 11h 54m

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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Frequently asked questions about flying from Ottawa to San José

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 11h 54m.
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?
There are 4 operators available for flights from Ottawa Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of November 2026.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Ottawa and San José, the leading airline is Air Canada, making up 66% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 23%, Avianca with 8%, and Porter Airlines with 3%.

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 427	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,493 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom C$ 521	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,544 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 659	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 469 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 686	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,899 reviews	Search Air Canada flights

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