Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Cancún flights?

According to our data, Volaris has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from San José to Cancún on average per day?

As of December 2025, 1 flights take off from San José and land in Cancún each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 1:00p.m., with 40% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from San José to Cancún on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from San José to Cancún. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 25% of flights taking off on this day.

How often are flights from San José to Cancún delayed?

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between San José and Cancún have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 129 minutes.

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

Volaris is the most popular carrier operating from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun

What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Cancún flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Cancun Airport are updated daily.

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

As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Cancun Airport.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Cancun Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Cancun Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cancun Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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5:05 a.m. - 1:10 p.m.

SJO

CUN

7h 05m1 stop

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

CUN

SJO

11h 45m1 stop

C$ 389Avianca

Thu, 9 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr

10:04 a.m. - 10:01 p.m.

SJO

CUN

10h 57m1 stop

2:03 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

CUN

SJO

5h 57m1 stop

C$ 390Copa Airlines

Fri, 3 Apr - Wed, 8 Apr

5:56 p.m. - 10:33 a.m.

SJO

CUN

15h 37m1 stop

4:49 p.m. - 7:11 a.m.

CUN

SJO

15h 22m1 stop

C$ 405Copa Airlines

Sat, 11 Apr - Thu, 16 Apr

5:56 p.m. - 10:44 a.m.

SJO

CUN

15h 48m1 stop

4:32 p.m. - 7:06 a.m.

CUN

SJO

15h 34m1 stop

C$ 419Copa Airlines

Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

8:14 a.m. - 10:01 p.m.

SJO

CUN

12h 47m1 stop

10:46 a.m. - 7:01 p.m.

CUN

SJO

9h 15m1 stop

C$ 434Copa Airlines

Mon, 1 Jun - Sun, 7 Jun

6:07 p.m. - 10:49 a.m.

SJO

CUN

15h 42m1 stop

11:27 a.m. - 6:37 p.m.

CUN

SJO

8h 10m1 stop

C$ 441Copa Airlines

Mon, 22 Dec - Thu, 25 Dec

5:56 p.m. - 10:31 a.m.

SJO

CUN

15h 35m1 stop

4:32 p.m. - 7:06 a.m.

CUN

SJO

15h 34m1 stop

C$ 448Copa Airlines

Thu, 22 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

5:56 p.m. - 10:31 a.m.

SJO

CUN

15h 35m1 stop

4:42 p.m. - 7:06 a.m.

CUN

SJO

15h 24m1 stop

C$ 450Copa Airlines

Sat, 10 Jan - Wed, 14 Jan

10:04 a.m. - 10:01 p.m.

SJO

CUN

10h 57m1 stop

7:04 a.m. - 1:52 p.m.

CUN

SJO

7h 48m1 stop

C$ 459Copa Airlines

Mon, 13 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr

5:56 p.m. - 10:31 a.m.

SJO

CUN

15h 35m1 stop

4:42 p.m. - 7:06 a.m.

CUN

SJO

15h 24m1 stop

C$ 465Copa Airlines

Sat, 10 Jan - Fri, 16 Jan

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17 Dec

SJO5:53 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 12m

1 stop

CUN10:05 a.m.Cancun

24 Dec

CUN4:41 p.m.Cancun

15h 29m

1 stop

SJO7:10 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

C$ 382

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3 Apr

SJO10:04 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 57m

1 stop

CUN10:01 p.m.Cancun

8 Apr

CUN2:03 p.m.Cancun

5h 57m

1 stop

SJO7:00 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

C$ 390

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11 Apr

SJO5:56 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 37m

1 stop

CUN10:33 a.m.Cancun

16 Apr

CUN4:49 p.m.Cancun

15h 22m

1 stop

SJO7:11 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

C$ 405

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Avianca

9 Apr

SJO5:05 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 05m

1 stop

CUN1:10 p.m.Cancun

24 Apr

CUN12:45 p.m.Cancun

11h 45m

1 stop

SJO11:30 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

C$ 389

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13 Dec

SJO9:35 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

4h 05m

1 stop

CUN2:40 p.m.Cancun

17 Dec

CUN2:00 p.m.Cancun

10h 15m

SJO11:15 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

C$ 575

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12 Dec

SJO7:50 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 50m

1 stop

CUN2:40 p.m.Cancun

17 Dec

CUN2:00 p.m.Cancun

10h 15m

1 stop

SJO11:15 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

C$ 611

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San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

5:05 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

1 stop7h 05m

Cancun

Fri 24/4

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

1 stop11h 45m

C$ 389

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/4

10:04 a.m.-10:01 p.m.

1 stop10h 57m

Cancun

Wed 8/4

2:03 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

1 stop5h 57m

C$ 390

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/4

5:56 p.m.-10:33 a.m.

1 stop15h 37m

Cancun

Thu 16/4

4:49 p.m.-7:11 a.m.

1 stop15h 22m

C$ 405

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 20/1

5:56 p.m.-10:44 a.m.

1 stop15h 48m

Cancun

Tue 27/1

4:32 p.m.-7:06 a.m.

1 stop15h 34m

C$ 419

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/6

8:14 a.m.-10:01 p.m.

1 stop12h 47m

Cancun

Sun 7/6

10:46 a.m.-7:01 p.m.

1 stop9h 15m

C$ 434

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 22/12

6:07 p.m.-10:49 a.m.

1 stop15h 42m

Cancun

Thu 25/12

11:27 a.m.-6:37 p.m.

1 stop8h 10m

C$ 441

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 22/1

5:56 p.m.-10:31 a.m.

1 stop15h 35m

Cancun

Tue 27/1

4:32 p.m.-7:06 a.m.

1 stop15h 34m

C$ 448

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/1

5:56 p.m.-10:31 a.m.

1 stop15h 35m

Cancun

Wed 14/1

4:42 p.m.-7:06 a.m.

1 stop15h 24m

C$ 450

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 13/4

10:04 a.m.-10:01 p.m.

1 stop10h 57m

Cancun

Sun 19/4

7:04 a.m.-1:52 p.m.

1 stop7h 48m

C$ 459

San JoséCancún

SJO - CUN

SJOCUN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/1

5:56 p.m.-10:31 a.m.

1 stop15h 35m

Cancun

Fri 16/1

4:42 p.m.-7:06 a.m.

1 stop15h 24m

C$ 465

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cancún?

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Cancún. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 294. The month of June is another great option to travel to Cancún, with average flight prices from San José averaging around C$ 298.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cancún?

The cheapest day to depart from San José to Cancún is on a Friday. Travellers who choose to depart for Cancún on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as C$ 379. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around C$ 542. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Cancún.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest San José to Cancún flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Cancún in the morning for as low as C$ 379. Flights to Cancún are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of C$ 548. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cancún?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cancún from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cancún for around C$ 351 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cancún from San José for as low as C$ 331 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San José to Cancún flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from San José to Cancún takes 2h 16m

Direct flights go from San José to Cancún on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport in Cancún. From San José there are direct flights to Cancun (CUN).

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How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun by plane?
A flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun will travel around 1280.9 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 2h 16m.
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As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Cancun Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Cancun Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Cancun Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cancun Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Cancun Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Cancun Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San José to Cancún?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from San José to Cancún is Airbus A320neo (62.16% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (35.55%), Airbus A321-100/200 (0.54%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (0.32%).
What is the most popular airline from San José to Cancún?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San José and Cancún, the leading airline is Volaris, making up 60% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Volaris Costa Rica with 40%.

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Volaris	PriceFrom C$ 262	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 1,154 reviews		Search Volaris flights
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Volaris Costa Rica Flights From San José to Cancún
Volaris Costa Rica operates around 2 flights from San José to Cancún every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been C$ 379, but momondo users have found Volaris Costa Rica deals from San José to Cancún from as low as C$ 342 round-trip. Volaris Costa Rica has been scored 7.8/10 in 80 reviews.
Volaris Flights From San José to Cancún
Volaris (6.7/10 from 1,154 reviews) operates around 4 flights from San José to Cancún in any given week. The average Volaris airfare for this route is around C$ 342, with deals from around C$ 262 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip San José to Cancún flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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

As of December 2025, prices for San José to Cancún flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Volaris is the most popular carrier operating from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Cancun

How often are flights from San José to Cancún delayed?

Historically, on average around 9% of flights between San José and Cancún have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 129 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Cancún flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Cancún flights?

According to our data, Volaris has had the least delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from San José to Cancún on average per day?

As of December 2025, 1 flights take off from San José and land in Cancún each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 1:00p.m., with 40% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from San José to Cancún on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from San José to Cancún. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 25% of flights taking off on this day.

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