Cheap Flights from San Jose to Cancun

Cheapest flights from San Jose to Cancun

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 San Jose to Cancun. 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

$129

Skytrans Airlines

1 layover

18h 40m

01/20/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from San Jose to Cancun departs on 01/20/2026, is operated by Skytrans Airlines and costs $129

Cheapest round trip flight

$240

Skytrans Airlines

Direct flight

4h 23m

05/16/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from San Jose to Cancun departs on 05/16/2026, is operated by Skytrans Airlines and costs $240

The fastest flight

5h 14m

Fastest flight from San Jose to Cancun takes 5h 14m

Direct flights

Once a week

There are direct flights on this route 1 day a week: Th

Earliest flight

8:24 AM

Latest flight

12:23 PM

Average flight duration

8h 48m

Direct flights count

9

Distance

1260km

Timezone difference

1h

The distance between San Jose and Cancun is 1260km (781 miles). The average flight duration is 8h 48m. There are 9 direct flights from San Jose to Cancun. The time difference between San Jose and Cancun is 1h. Flights from San Jose begin at 8:24 AM. The latest flight from San Jose departs at 12:23 PM

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

Airfare from San Jose to Cancun by month

In different months, ticket prices from San Jose to Cancun vary: minimum — $114 (January 2026), maximum — $168 (December 2025). Typically, the flight costs $140–$142.

January 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$114

December 2025

Highest price

on average:

$168

Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

The route San Jose — Cancun is served by many carriers — 6 in total, including Skytrans Airlines, Avianca, Volaris, Aerolíneas Mas, Copa Airlines, and JetBlue Airways. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $129) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

starting at $129

starting at $177

starting at $291

starting at $177

starting at $218

starting at $259

Non-stop flights from San Jose to Cancun

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

San Jose — Cancun

SJO — CUN

12/25/2025

Departure

Direct flight

Q64070

starting at $413

San Jose — Cancun

SJO — CUN

12/27/2025

Departure

Direct flight

AV650

starting at $458

San Jose — Cancun

SJO — CUN

01/03/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AV650

starting at $428

San Jose — Cancun

SJO — CUN

01/06/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AV650

starting at $383

San Jose — Cancun

SJO — CUN

01/11/2026

Departure

Direct flight

Y43939

starting at $458

San Jose — Cancun

SJO — CUN

01/12/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AV650

starting at $344

San Jose — Cancun

SJO — CUN

01/17/2026

Departure

Direct flight

Q64070

starting at $235

San Jose — Cancun

SJO — CUN

01/18/2026

Departure

Direct flight

Y43939

starting at $291

San Jose — Cancun

SJO — CUN

01/20/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AV650

starting at $177

San Jose — Cancun

SJO — CUN

01/25/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AV650

starting at $343

Schedule of direct flights from San Jose to Cancun

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from San Jose to Cancun:

Volaris

Su, Mo, We, and Fr

starting at $220

Skytrans Airlines

Tu, Th, and Sa

starting at $214

San Jose airports overview

Juan Santamaria International Airport

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SJO

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Cancun airports overview

Cancun International Airport

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CUN

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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 San Jose to Cancun?

The cheapest flight ticket from San Jose to Cancun according to data for the last 48 hours costs $129

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

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

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

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from San Jose to Cancun can be found flying in these months: January, March, February.

How long does it take to fly from San Jose to Cancun?

The fastest flights from San Jose to Cancun start from 5 hours 14 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from San Jose to Cancun?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route San Jose — Cancun: Skytrans Airlines, Avianca, Volaris

Special offers and sales on air tickets from San Jose to Cancun

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 San Jose to Cancun

Alternative routes

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Cheapest one way flight

$129

Skytrans Airlines

1 layover

18h 40m

01/20/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from San Jose to Cancun departs on 01/20/2026, is operated by Skytrans Airlines and costs $129

Cheapest round trip flight

$240

Skytrans Airlines

Direct flight

4h 23m

05/16/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from San Jose to Cancun departs on 05/16/2026, is operated by Skytrans Airlines and costs $240

The fastest flight