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There are lots of destinations to choose from when you're planning your trip from San Jose to Mexico.
Guadalajara
DirectFrom $469
Mexico City
1+ stopsFrom $472
Toluca
1+ stopsFrom $529
San Jose del Cabo
1+ stopsFrom $571
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Flying from San Jose to Mexico

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight ticket found$469
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time3 hrs, 33 mins
Places to go61
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week54

San Jose to Mexico flight deals

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Jose to Mexico? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $472. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return flight tickets right here.
Guadalajara.$469 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departs from San Jose International on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Guadalajara.Inbound direct flight with Volaris departs from Guadalajara on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $469, select.
Mexico City.$472 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $472, select.
Toluca.$529 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from San Jose International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Toluca.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Toluca on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $529, select.
San Jose del Cabo.$571 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Los Cabos International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Los Cabos International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $571, select.
Zacatecas.$579 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov, returning Fri, 27 Nov.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Zacatecas.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Zacatecas on Fri, 27 Nov, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $579, select.
Puerto Vallarta.$627 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Puerto Vallarta.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Puerto Vallarta on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $627, select.
Cancun.$653 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Thu, 24 Sep.Return flight with Volaris and Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from San Jose International on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Cancun.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Cancun on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $653, select.
Morelia.$706 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Sat, 24 Oct.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Jose International on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Morelia International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Morelia International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $706, select.
Monterrey.$717 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $717, select.
Culiacan.$749 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Sep, returning Wed, 16 Sep.Return flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 9 Sep, arriving in Culiacan.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Culiacan on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $749, select.
Tijuana.$759 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with Volaris and Viva.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from San Jose International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Tijuana.Inbound indirect flight with Viva, departs from Tijuana on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $759, select.
Veracruz.$767 per passenger.Departing Sun, 13 Sep, returning Sun, 20 Sep.Return flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from San Jose International on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Veracruz.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Veracruz on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $767, select.
Queretaro.$774 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from San Jose International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Queretaro.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Queretaro on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $774, select.
Torreon.$791 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Sep, returning Thu, 17 Sep.Return flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from San Jose International on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Torreon.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Torreon on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $791, select.
Merida.$809 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 22 Sep.Return flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from San Jose International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Merida.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Merida on Tue, 22 Sep, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $809, select.
Puebla.$816 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Mon, 17 Aug.Return flight with Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from San Jose International on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Puebla.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Puebla on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $816, select.
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Flights from San Jose to Mexico FAQs

The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Mexico is October. See if any of these flights in October suit you.
We've taken a look at the year ahead using our flights calendar. The cheapest flight route from San Jose to Mexico is San Jose to Guadalajara. You can buy a ticket to fly this route from $469.

Take a look at San Jose to Guadalajara flights.
Looking at the year ahead, the cheapest airline flying to Mexico from San Jose is Volaris.

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How to find cheap flights from San Jose to Mexico

  • $469 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight from San Jose to Mexico.

  • You'll be travelling from San Jose into Guadalajara in Guadalajara with that fare.

  • A one-way ticket starts at $186.

  • Why not let the lowest fares decide where you jet off to next? Select 'Mexico' in the 'To' field to find the cheapest deals by city.

  • Mexico has around 35 international airports, so you have plenty of arrival options.

  • Choose 'Add nearby airports' to expand your search and compare prices across all airports close to both your departure and destination cities.

  • Get the flight you want at a price you'll like by booking ahead. Leave it late and you might have to compromise on airline, cost or timing.

  • Stay one step ahead of every fare change. Download the Skyscanner app, set up a Price Alert, and we'll send you updates when prices rise or drop.

Best time to fly from San Jose to Mexico

  • If you're trying to keep costs low, October is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight from San Jose to Mexico.

  • Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to fly in general, with fares dipping during the quieter midweek period.

  • April, June and July mark the peak travel season in Mexico, with April the most popular of the three. Visit then for a lively atmosphere with lots going on.

  • March, September and October are the quietest months. September sees the lowest demand from travellers and is a good choice if you want to keep things more low-key.

Flights from San Jose to Mexico: what to expect

  • You can expect to depart from San Jose International Airport (SJC) when flying out of San Jose.

  • From San Jose, you can fly nonstop to around five airports across Mexico.

  • Roughly 22 direct flights connect San Jose with cities across Mexico each week.

  • Volaris and Alaska Airlines are the main airlines flying this route.

  • The most popular routes from San Jose to Mexico are Guadalajara, Morelia and Zacatecas.

  • The quickest trip gets you to San Jose del Cabo in about 3 hours, compared to roughly 4 hours if you're travelling to Morelia.

  • Across all routes, the average journey comes in at around 3 hours 35 minutes.

Popular places to visit in Mexico

Mexico City

Cancun

  • Chichen Itzá Park, Cancún Park and Beach are among the first things worth making time for in this Quintana Roo city.

  • Land at Cancun Airport (CUN) and go straight from arrivals to discovering the sights.

  • Once your plane ticket is locked in, you can move on to finding the right stay among the hotels in Cancun.

Guadalajara

  • Major sights to cross off while you're in this corner of Jalisco include Guadalajara's Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KAHLO.

  • Guadalajara Airport (GDL) is the city's main airport, with routes linking it to major destinations across the region and beyond.

  • Pick up a deal on where you'll stay by exploring the list of hotels in Guadalajara.

Visiting Mexico for the first time? Here's what you need to know

  • Make sure you know the entry rules before you head to the airport. Rules can vary depending on your passport, reason for travel and length of stay. Always check with official sources like your airline or the local embassy.

  • You'll be using the Mexican peso (MXN) for everyday purchases.

  • The population of Mexico is around 130 million. Mexico City is the capital.

  • Travelling through this destination can involve crossing into different time zones. Depending on where you are, standard local time ranges from UTC-8 to UTC-5.

  • The weather can affect everything from what you wear to how much you see, so choose your season wisely. May is Mexico's warmest month.

  • Plan your visit around January if you prefer cooler conditions.

  • July is usually the wettest month, while February is the driest.

  • The Day of the Dead, Independence Day and Carnival celebrations are some of the well-known events here. Consider booking your San Jose to Mexico flight around moments like these for a travel experience beyond the ordinary.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental

  • With your cheap flight from San Jose to Mexico locked in, it's now time to plan the rest of your journey. Find competitive prices and exclusive rates for hotels in Mexico. You can also check out car rental options in Mexico and compare deals from top providers in seconds.

Mexico hotels and car hire

Did you know we can help you plan the rest of your trip from San Jose to Mexico? Get exclusive deals and great rates for hotels and car hire in Mexico.

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