Cancún

$117+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) to Cancún (CUN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — CUN
Mar 31 — Apr 71
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Cancun are usually found in January or February, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Cancún

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) to Cancún (CUN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$371
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$117
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$476
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Jose-Cancun flight deals.
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From San Jose to Cancun
One-way flight from San Jose to Cancun
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/511:35 amSJC - CUN
1 stop8h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/1210:05 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$371
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/277:54 pmSJC - CUN
3 stops35h 40mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/3012:16 pmCUN - SJC
2 stops23h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$372
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/86:15 amSJC - CUN
1 stop11h 45mAeromexico
Tue 4/1512:35 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop11h 21mAeromexico
Deal found 3/25$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/73:30 pmSJC - CUN
2 stops15h 26mDelta
Tue 4/1512:35 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop11h 21mDelta
Deal found 3/25$377
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/811:35 amSJC - CUN
1 stop8h 14mVolaris
Sat 4/129:39 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop14h 11mVolaris
Deal found 3/25$381
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/177:16 pmSJC - CUN
2 stops12h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/246:00 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop21h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$404
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/159:00 pmSJC - CUN
2 stops17h 31mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/218:15 amCUN - SJC
1 stop26h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$420
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/43:49 pmSJC - CUN
1 stop19h 39mFrontier
Fri 4/112:33 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop25h 17mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$426
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/53:30 pmSJC - CUN
1 stop21h 10mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/103:46 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop21h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$480
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/127:05 amSJC - CUN
2 stops11h 55mSouthwest
Sun 4/203:55 pmCUN - SJC
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$484

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose to Cancún that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Cancún that are best for you.

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San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 4/5

11:35 am-9:49 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Cancun

Sat 4/12

10:05 pm-9:50 am

1 stop13h 45m

$371

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sun 4/27

7:54 pm-9:34 am

3 stops35h 40m

Cancun

Wed 4/30

12:16 pm-10:12 am

2 stops23h 56m

$372

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 4/8

6:15 am-8:00 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Cancun

Thu 4/10

4:05 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$373

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 4/8

11:35 am-9:49 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Cancun

Sat 4/12

9:39 pm-9:50 am

1 stop14h 11m

$381

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 6/10

6:15 am-8:20 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Cancun

Thu 6/12

12:25 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop12h 31m

$393

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 5/17

2:15 pm-9:53 am

1 stop17h 38m

Cancun

Sat 5/24

6:00 pm-1:25 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$399

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Tue 4/15

9:00 pm-4:31 pm

2 stops17h 31m

Cancun

Mon 4/21

8:15 am-9:14 am

1 stop26h 59m

$420

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 4/5

3:30 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop21h 10m

Cancun

Thu 4/10

3:46 pm-11:42 am

1 stop21h 56m

$480

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 4/12

7:05 am-9:00 pm

2 stops11h 55m

Cancun

Sun 4/20

3:55 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$484

San JoseCancún

SJC - CUN

SJCCUN

San Jose

Sat 4/19

2:40 pm-1:28 pm

1 stop20h 48m

Cancun

Sat 4/26

3:35 pm-11:34 am

1 stop21h 59m

$504

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Compare providers for flights from San Jose to Cancún

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Jose to Cancún in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-Cancún flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Jose-Cancún flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose-Cancún flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-Cancún flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Jose-Cancún flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Cancún

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cancún from San Jose with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Cancún

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Cancún. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Jose to Cancún, you should look to book at least 19 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Cancún?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from San Jose to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJC to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Jose to Cancún at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Cancún?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Cancún. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose to Cancún flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cancún ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Cancún when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cancún, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cancún. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to Cancún, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Jose to Cancún. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Jose to Cancún round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Jose to Cancún is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $372 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Volaris, starting at $373 and $381 round-trip. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Jose to Cancún one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose to Cancún are Spirit Airlines ($117), American Airlines ($151), and Volaris ($168).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Jose to Cancún that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Jose to Cancún flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Jose to Cancún?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Jose to Cancún.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Jose to Cancún?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Jose to Cancún by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Cancún?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from San Jose to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from San Jose to Cancún

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Jose to Cancún. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VivaCheapest$211Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$298Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$326Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$334Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$342Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$350Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$374Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$377Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$454Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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