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Flight deals from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau to San Jose Juan Santamaria

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau to San Jose Juan Santamaria? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau 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 Pierre Elliott Trudeau to San Jose Juan Santamaria flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau to San Jose Juan Santamaria

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau to San Jose Juan Santamaria: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau 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 found$428
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time6 hrs
Most popular airlineAir Canada
Average flights per week7

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau to San Jose Juan Santamaria is $428. 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.
6 hours is the average flight time from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
Air Canada and Air Transat fly direct from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
As of November 2024, there are 7 flights per week flying from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau to San Jose Juan Santamaria.
The cheapest month to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau to San Jose Juan Santamaria is usually November 2024.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport on Wednesday, 7 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 6 hours.
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.
Currently, Avianca and Air Canada offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Jose Juan Santamaria.

Travelling from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is 5 hours 54 minutes. San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, which makes San Jose 2 hours behind Montreal.

  • Each week, there are 6 flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, pick the 06:15 Air Transat flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from YUL to SJO is 19:55 with Air Transat.

  • Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.

  • Air Canada is your ticket to exploring San Jose (and perhaps some other great parts of Costa Rica!). Choose from the direct flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • Before reserving your cheap ticket from YUL to SJO, check whether you need a visa to enter Costa Rica. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're going to.

How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • $239 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. A return flight starts from $428. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • To secure cheap flight tickets from YUL to SJO, book your trip 9 months before your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you time searching for cheap flight tickets from YUL to SJO every day.

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Handy information about Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)

  • Travelling from central Montreal to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport takes around 2 hours and 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 26 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near YUL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

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

  • Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central San Jose. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 2 hours and 22 minutes.

When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit San Jose in May.

  • The warmest month in San Jose is March, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap flight tickets from YUL to SJO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC on average.

More about San Jose

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best places to stay in San Jose right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from YUL to SJO:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura are major attractions which should be on any good San Jose itinerary.

Complete your San Jose trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Juan Santamaria International Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your San Jose escape.

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