Cheap Flights from Mexico City to San Jose

Cheapest flights from Mexico City to San Jose

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Mexico City to San Jose. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$144

VivaAerobus

1 layover

20h 20m

09/30/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Mexico City to San Jose departs on 09/30/2026, is operated by VivaAerobus and costs $144

Cheapest round trip flight

$284

VivaAerobus

1 layover

9h 15m

10/12/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Mexico City to San Jose departs on 10/12/2026, is operated by VivaAerobus and costs $284

The fastest flight

2h 57m

Fastest flight from Mexico City to San Jose takes 2h 57m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

8:45 AM

Latest flight

8:30 PM

Direct flights count

39

Distance

1929km

Timezone difference

0h

The distance between Mexico City and San Jose is 1929km (1196 miles). There are 39 direct flights from Mexico City to San Jose. Mexico City and San Jose are in the same time zone. Flights from Mexico City begin at 8:45 AM. The latest flight from Mexico City departs at 8:30 PM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Mexico City to San Jose by month

The cost of a one-way flight from Mexico City to San Jose ranges from $126 (September 2026) to $226 (April 2027). On average, the ticket price is about $164–$178.

September 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$126

April 2027

Highest price

on average:

$226

Avg Price

Price dynamics

On the Mexico City — San Jose route, prices change frequently in both directions. Predicting the exact cost is tricky, but we can identify months when tickets tend to be cheaper.

Cheaper and more expensive periods

Despite the fluctuations, patterns exist: the cheapest period is September 2026–October 2026 — averaging $129. The most expensive is January 2027–April 2027 ($202). The difference reaches 36%.

Best time to buy

With this kind of price behavior, it's worth comparing prices across several months and booking when a good deal appears. A good benchmark is September 2026–October 2026, where you can save up to 36%.

Price predictability

Price spread on this route is 23.1%. Costs vary significantly, so your choice of month can noticeably affect your travel budget.

Airlines operating on route

More than 6 airlines operate flights from Mexico City to San Jose, including Aeromexico, Avianca Costa Rica, Skytrans Airlines, Avianca, VivaAerobus, and Volaris. This is a popular route, so passengers can choose tickets based on budget and preferences. Ticket prices start from $144, and our service lets you instantly compare all options. The variety of offers simplifies planning: you can choose budget fares or more comfortable options with baggage included or extra services. We help you find the best deals so your trip is cost-efficient.

starting at $239

starting at $411

starting at $173

starting at $382

starting at $144

starting at $163

Non-stop flights from Mexico City to San Jose

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Mexico City to San Jose, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Mexico City — San Jose

MEX — SJO

09/20/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AM690

starting at $544

Mexico City — San Jose

MEX — SJO

09/21/2026

Departure

Direct flight

LR633

starting at $476

Mexico City — San Jose

MEX — SJO

09/22/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AM690

starting at $447

Mexico City — San Jose

MEX — SJO

09/23/2026

Departure

Direct flight

Q64063

starting at $231

Mexico City — San Jose

MEX — SJO

09/29/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AM690

starting at $334

Mexico City — San Jose

MEX — SJO

09/30/2026

Departure

Direct flight

LR633

starting at $411

Mexico City — San Jose

MEX — SJO

10/02/2026

Departure

Direct flight

LR633

starting at $512

Mexico City — San Jose

MEX — SJO

10/03/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AM656

starting at $375

Mexico City — San Jose

MEX — SJO

10/04/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AM690

starting at $302

Mexico City — San Jose

MEX — SJO

10/13/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AV633

starting at $382

Schedule of direct flights from Mexico City to San Jose

There are most likely no direct flights on the Mexico City — San Jose route

Mexico City airports overview

Benito Juarez International Airport

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MEX

6km

Felipe Angeles International Airport

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NLU

4km

Toluca International Airport

•

TLC

59km

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San Jose airports overview

Juan Santamaria International Airport

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SJO

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Mexico City to San Jose?

The cheapest flight ticket from Mexico City to San Jose according to data for the last 48 hours costs $144

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Mexico City — San Jose?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Mexico City to San Jose is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Mexico City to San Jose?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Mexico City to San Jose can be found flying in these months: September, November, October.

How long does it take to fly from Mexico City to San Jose?

The fastest flights from Mexico City to San Jose start from 2 hours 57 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Mexico City to San Jose?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Mexico City — San Jose: Aeromexico, Avianca Costa Rica, Skytrans Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Mexico City to San Jose

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Mexico City to San Jose

Alternative routes

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Cheapest one way flight

$144

VivaAerobus

1 layover

20h 20m

09/30/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Mexico City to San Jose departs on 09/30/2026, is operated by VivaAerobus and costs $144

Cheapest round trip flight

$284

VivaAerobus

1 layover

9h 15m

10/12/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Mexico City to San Jose departs on 10/12/2026, is operated by VivaAerobus and costs $284

The fastest flight