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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Montreal to San Jose Juan Santamaria? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
San Jose.C$451 per passenger.Departing Mon, Nov 3, returning Mon, Nov 10.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, Nov 3, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Mon, Nov 10, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$451, select.
San Jose.C$451 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 15, returning Wed, Oct 22.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Wed, Oct 15, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Oct 22, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$451, select.
San Jose.C$451 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 17, returning Wed, Sep 24.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Wed, Sep 17, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Sep 24, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$451, select.
San Jose.C$453 per passenger.Departing Sun, Oct 26, returning Sun, Nov 2.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sun, Oct 26, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, Nov 2, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$453, select.
San Jose.C$453 per passenger.Departing Mon, Sep 22, returning Fri, Oct 10.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, Sep 22, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, Oct 10, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$453, select.
San Jose.C$455 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 26, returning Sun, Dec 7.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Wed, Nov 26, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, Dec 7, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$455, select.
San Jose.C$459 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jan 11, returning Wed, Jan 28.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Sun, Jan 11, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Jan 28, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$459, select.
San Jose.C$459 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 19, returning Sun, Feb 1.Round-trip flight with Avianca.Outbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau on Mon, Jan 19, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Inbound indirect flight with Avianca, departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sun, Feb 1, arriving in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$459, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Montreal to San Jose Juan Santamaria

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Montreal to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from C$518
Sep
from C$451
Oct
from C$451
Nov
from C$451
Dec
from C$493
Jan
from C$459
Feb
from C$459
Mar
from C$459
Apr
from C$461
May
from C$460
Jun
from C$573
Jul
from C$561

Direct flights from Montreal to San Jose Juan Santamaria

Montreal to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Montreal to San Jose below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than San Jose Juan Santamaria.

Montreal to San Jose: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$451
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 53 mins
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week6

Finding cheap flights from Montreal to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Montreal to San Jose Juan Santamaria is C$451. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 53 minutes is the average flight time from Montreal to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
Air Canada and Air Transat fly direct from Montreal to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
There are 6 flights per week flying from Montreal to San Jose Juan Santamaria, as of August 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Montreal to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Montreal to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Wednesday, September 17, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 53 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Jose is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know

  • Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is Montreal's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) departing from here.

  • Around 5 hours 55 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight.

  • The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Montreal. Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose.

  • Take your pick of 4 direct services every week between Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). This is the most popular route, with Air Canada offering a 4:35pm departure from YUL to SJO.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Montreal to SJO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • In high season, expect longer queues and get there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.

Airports in Montreal

Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • Get there in one go from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL). Nonstop flights from Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) operate from here.

  • When leaving from YUL, you can catch a direct flight from Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport with Air Canada.

  • The airline most travellers choose when flying between YUL and SJO is Air Canada.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is Air Canada.

  • The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport's on-time performance, 64.89% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • The address for YUL is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.

St. Hubert Airport (YHU)

  • You can arrive at YHU from the centre of Montreal in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Montreal to SJO flight? Check in to a hotel near St. Hubert Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:

About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport to central San Jose is around 14 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.

  • It takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • At the moment, C$244 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$451. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Montreal to SJO. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.

  • Cheap Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.

  • Be the first to know about deals for flight tickets from Montreal to SJO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Choose the departure times, airlines and number of stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.

The best time to fly from Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. May is the quietest month to visit San Jose. July is when most people book flights from Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.

  • Before locking in your Montreal to SJO flight ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about San Jose

  • After booking your flight from Montreal to Juan Santamaria International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Jose:

  • National Park (Parque Nacional) and Jurassic World are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your San Jose travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Central Park (Parque Central).

Explore more of Costa Rica

  • San Jose has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica just waiting to be discovered. About 129 kilometres east of San Jose, a visit to Limon will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.

  • Around 153 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Liberia is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. Experience major highlights starting with Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste.

Plan the rest of your trip from Montreal to San Jose

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