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

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

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

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

How often are flights from Vancouver to San José delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Vancouver and San José have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

Which airlines fly to San José?

United Airlines, Air Canada and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San José from Vancouver according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 73% 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 Vancouver to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Vancouver to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

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

There are 7 operators available for flights from Vancouver to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 required for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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3:40 p.m. - 12:22 p.m.

YVR

SJO

18h 42m

2 stops

1:28 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.

SJO

YVR

13h 27m

1 stop

C$ 755Multiple Airlines

Fri, 27 Feb - Thu, 12 Mar

1:37 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.

YVR

SJO

23h 18m

1 stop

11:35 p.m. - 10:48 a.m.

SJO

YVR

12h 13m

1 stop

C$ 756American Airlines

Mon, 30 Mar - Wed, 8 Apr

8:20 a.m. - 11:45 p.m.

YVR

SJO

14h 25m

1 stop

5:45 a.m. - 12:15 a.m.

SJO

YVR

19h 30m

3 stops

C$ 758Multiple Airlines

Mon, 11 May - Tue, 26 May

6:00 a.m. - 11:45 p.m.

YVR

SJO

16h 45m

2 stops

12:53 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

SJO

YVR

14h 37m

1 stop

C$ 759Multiple Airlines

Wed, 6 May - Sun, 24 May

5:30 a.m. - 10:42 a.m.

YVR

SJO

28h 12m

2 stops

12:31 p.m. - 11:12 a.m.

SJO

YVR

23h 41m

2 stops

C$ 760Multiple Airlines

Fri, 10 Apr - Sun, 19 Apr

8:00 a.m. - 11:15 p.m.

YVR

SJO

14h 15m

2 stops

12:19 p.m. - 10:20 a.m.

SJO

YVR

23h 01m

2 stops

C$ 762Multiple Airlines

Tue, 10 Mar - Thu, 9 Apr

3:40 p.m. - 11:40 a.m.

YVR

SJO

18h 00m

2 stops

1:28 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.

SJO

YVR

13h 27m

1 stop

C$ 763Multiple Airlines

Thu, 5 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

3:15 p.m. - 7:15 a.m.

YVR

SJO

15h 00m

1 stop

12:30 a.m. - 6:18 p.m.

SJO

YVR

18h 48m

2 stops

C$ 764United Airlines

Sun, 10 May - Mon, 25 May

8:20 a.m. - 11:45 p.m.

YVR

SJO

14h 25m

1 stop

5:45 a.m. - 12:15 a.m.

SJO

YVR

19h 30m

3 stops

C$ 766Multiple Airlines

Fri, 8 May - Tue, 26 May

7:10 a.m. - 12:07 a.m.

YVR

SJO

14h 57m

1 stop

1:28 a.m. - 1:55 p.m.

SJO

YVR

13h 27m

1 stop

C$ 767Multiple Airlines

Mon, 2 Mar - Thu, 12 Mar

American Airlines flights from Vancouver to San José

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American Airlines

30 Mar

YVR1:37 p.m.Vancouver Intl

23h 18m

1 stop

SJO1:55 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8 Apr

SJO11:35 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 13m

1 stop

YVR10:48 a.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 756

American Airlines

18 Feb

YVR7:09 a.m.Vancouver Intl

13h 34m

1 stop

SJO10:43 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

4 Mar

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

22h 46m

1 stop

YVR9:21 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 786

American Airlines

24 Mar

YVR1:37 p.m.Vancouver Intl

23h 18m

1 stop

SJO1:55 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

6 Apr

SJO2:20 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

21h 28m

1 stop

YVR10:48 a.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 789

United Airlines flights from Vancouver to San José

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United Airlines

10 May

YVR3:15 p.m.Vancouver Intl

15h 00m

1 stop

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

26 May

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

15h 25m

1 stop

YVR11:10 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 764

United Airlines

7 Apr

YVR12:10 p.m.Vancouver Intl

21h 01m

1 stop

SJO10:11 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

25 Apr

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

13h 14m

1 stop

YVR8:59 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 774

United Airlines

16 Jun

YVR3:39 p.m.Vancouver Intl

17h 32m

2 stops

SJO10:11 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

24 Jun

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

15h 25m

1 stop

YVR11:10 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 775

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VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 27/2

3:40 p.m.-12:22 p.m.

2 stops18h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/3

1:28 a.m.-1:55 p.m.

1 stop13h 27m

C$ 755

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 30/3

1:37 p.m.-1:55 p.m.

1 stop23h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/4

11:35 p.m.-10:48 a.m.

1 stop12h 13m

C$ 756

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 11/5

8:20 a.m.-11:45 p.m.

1 stop14h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 26/5

5:45 a.m.-12:15 a.m.

3 stops19h 30m

C$ 758

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 6/5

6:00 a.m.-11:45 p.m.

2 stops16h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 24/5

12:53 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

1 stop14h 37m

C$ 759

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 10/4

5:30 a.m.-10:42 a.m.

2 stops28h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 19/4

12:31 p.m.-11:12 a.m.

2 stops23h 41m

C$ 760

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 10/3

8:00 a.m.-11:15 p.m.

2 stops14h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

12:19 p.m.-10:20 a.m.

2 stops23h 01m

C$ 762

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 5/3

3:40 p.m.-11:40 a.m.

2 stops18h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/3

1:28 a.m.-1:55 p.m.

1 stop13h 27m

C$ 763

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 10/5

3:15 p.m.-7:15 a.m.

1 stop15h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 25/5

12:30 a.m.-6:18 p.m.

2 stops18h 48m

C$ 764

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 8/5

8:20 a.m.-11:45 p.m.

1 stop14h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 26/5

5:45 a.m.-12:15 a.m.

3 stops19h 30m

C$ 766

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 2/3

7:10 a.m.-12:07 a.m.

1 stop14h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/3

1:28 a.m.-1:55 p.m.

1 stop13h 27m

C$ 767

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver 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 October, then book flights to San José from Vancouver during June instead. Flights to San José in June, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around C$ 773.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Vancouver when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around C$ 904 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Vancouver for as low as C$ 760 on momondo.

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How far is Vancouver to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?
Vancouver and San José Juan Santamaria Intl are 5661.8 km apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 10h 55m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Vancouver to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Vancouver to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Vancouver to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?
There are 7 operators available for flights from Vancouver to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Vancouver 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 Vancouver 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 required for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 475	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,266 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom C$ 643	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,496 reviews	Search Avianca flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 724	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,274 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air Transat	PriceFrom C$ 832	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 508 reviews	Search Air Transat flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 859	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,708 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom C$ 972	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,576 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
AeroMexico Connect	PriceFrom C$ 1,584	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 30 reviews	Search AeroMexico Connect flights

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