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 19m.

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$ 496.

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 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 33% 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.

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

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

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: 8h 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 2 operators available for flights from Ottawa Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of February 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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5:20 p.m. - 10:11 a.m.

YOW

SJO

18h 51m

2 stops

1:25 p.m. - 10:03 a.m.

SJO

YOW

18h 38m

2 stops

C$ 503United Airlines

Tue, 7 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr

7:30 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.

YOW

SJO

18h 45m

2 stops

1:20 p.m. - 5:12 p.m.

SJO

YOW

25h 52m

2 stops

C$ 505United Airlines

Mon, 16 Mar - Wed, 18 Mar

5:11 p.m. - 9:32 p.m.

YOW

SJO

30h 21m

2 stops

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

SJO

YOW

33h 42m

2 stops

C$ 529United Airlines

Wed, 18 Mar - Wed, 25 Mar

6:10 a.m. - 8:19 p.m.

YOW

SJO

16h 09m

1 stop

12:44 p.m. - 9:11 a.m.

SJO

YOW

18h 27m

1 stop

C$ 540Avianca

Wed, 29 Apr - Thu, 7 May

2:15 p.m. - 8:39 p.m.

YOW

SJO

31h 24m

2 stops

7:45 a.m. - 5:12 p.m.

SJO

YOW

31h 27m

2 stops

C$ 544United Airlines

Fri, 6 Mar - Mon, 9 Mar

6:10 a.m. - 8:19 p.m.

YOW

SJO

16h 09m

1 stop

1:25 p.m. - 1:59 p.m.

SJO

YOW

22h 34m

2 stops

C$ 546Multiple Airlines

Wed, 29 Apr - Thu, 7 May

6:25 a.m. - 10:11 a.m.

YOW

SJO

29h 46m

2 stops

1:25 p.m. - 10:03 a.m.

SJO

YOW

18h 38m

2 stops

C$ 553United Airlines

Tue, 26 May - Fri, 29 May

5:20 p.m. - 10:11 a.m.

YOW

SJO

18h 51m

2 stops

12:30 a.m. - 9:35 p.m.

SJO

YOW

19h 05m

2 stops

C$ 554United Airlines

Sat, 25 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul

7:30 p.m. - 11:42 a.m.

YOW

SJO

18h 12m

2 stops

10:28 p.m. - 5:12 p.m.

SJO

YOW

16h 44m

2 stops

C$ 559United Airlines

Sun, 8 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar

5:11 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.

YOW

SJO

21h 04m

2 stops

7:55 a.m. - 9:35 p.m.

SJO

YOW

35h 40m

2 stops

C$ 575United Airlines

Mon, 23 Mar - Thu, 2 Apr

United Airlines flights from Ottawa to San José

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United Airlines

1 Mar

YOW5:11 p.m.Ottawa

26h 05m

2 stops

SJO6:16 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

11 Mar

SJO1:05 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 27m

2 stops

YOW1:32 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 488

United Airlines

2 Mar

YOW5:11 p.m.Ottawa

21h 04m

2 stops

SJO1:15 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

12 Mar

SJO7:45 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24h 41m

2 stops

YOW10:26 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 503

United Airlines

16 Mar

YOW7:30 p.m.Ottawa

18h 45m

2 stops

SJO12:15 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18 Mar

SJO1:20 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

25h 52m

2 stops

YOW5:12 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 505

Air Canada flights from Ottawa to San José

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Air Canada

25 May

YOW4:00 p.m.Ottawa

8h 00m

1 stop

SJO10:00 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

4 Jun

SJO7:15 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 36m

1 stop

YOW8:51 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 643

Air Canada

22 May

YOW11:15 a.m.Ottawa

11h 20m

1 stop

SJO8:35 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

2 Jun

SJO8:00 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 46m

1 stop

YOW12:46 a.m.Ottawa

C$ 646

Air Canada

22 May

YOW2:25 p.m.Ottawa

8h 10m

1 stop

SJO8:35 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

2 Jun

SJO8:00 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 11m

2 stops

YOW10:11 p.m.Ottawa

C$ 650

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Depart

Return

Price

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Tue 7/4

5:20 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

2 stops18h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 30/4

1:25 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

2 stops18h 38m

C$ 503

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Mon 16/3

7:30 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

2 stops18h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 18/3

1:20 p.m.-5:12 p.m.

2 stops25h 52m

C$ 505

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Wed 18/3

5:11 p.m.-9:32 p.m.

2 stops30h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 25/3

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

2 stops33h 42m

C$ 529

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Wed 29/4

6:10 a.m.-8:19 p.m.

1 stop16h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/5

12:44 p.m.-9:11 a.m.

1 stop18h 27m

C$ 540

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Fri 6/3

2:15 p.m.-8:39 p.m.

2 stops31h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/3

7:45 a.m.-5:12 p.m.

2 stops31h 27m

C$ 544

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Wed 29/4

6:10 a.m.-8:19 p.m.

1 stop16h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/5

1:25 p.m.-1:59 p.m.

2 stops22h 34m

C$ 546

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Tue 26/5

6:25 a.m.-10:11 a.m.

2 stops29h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 29/5

1:25 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

2 stops18h 38m

C$ 553

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Sat 25/7

5:20 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

2 stops18h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 30/7

12:30 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops19h 05m

C$ 554

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Sun 8/3

7:30 p.m.-11:42 a.m.

2 stops18h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 23/3

10:28 p.m.-5:12 p.m.

2 stops16h 44m

C$ 559

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Mon 23/3

5:11 p.m.-12:15 p.m.

2 stops21h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/4

7:55 a.m.-9:35 p.m.

2 stops35h 40m

C$ 575

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, July 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$ 692. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of July, then book flights to San José from Ottawa during May instead. Flights to San José in May, while not as cheap as those in July, still average around C$ 782.

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$ 894 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$ 594 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 59% 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 February 2026, prices for Ottawa to San José flights are approximately 7% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	18h 14m
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The fastest flight from Ottawa to San José takes 18h 14m

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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 18h 14m.
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 2 operators available for flights from Ottawa Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of February 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 52% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include United Airlines with 48%.

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Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 800	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,738 reviews		Search Air Canada flights

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