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$212+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Guayaquil (GYE)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — GYE
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo are usually found in March or February, booked 48 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Guayaquil

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Guayaquil (GYE). 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

$212
(Avianca)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$285

Good round-trip deal

$555 or less

Good one-way deal

$139 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from San José to Guayaquil
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Guayaquil. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/221:55 amSJO - GYE
1 stop5h 40mAvianca
Wed 5/146:30 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop6h 00mAvianca
Deal found 3/24$212
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/208:09 amSJO - GYE
1 stop11h 24mCopa Airlines
Mon 5/266:31 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop14h 04mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/25$216
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/510:57 amSJO - GYE
2 stops7h 34mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/183:15 amGYE - SJO
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$457
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.
Sun 11/25:40 amSJO - GYE
3 stops51h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/53:55 amGYE - SJO
2 stops32h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$1,272

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Guayaquil 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 José to Guayaquil that are best for you.

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San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/22

1:55 am-8:35 am

1 stop5h 40m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Wed 5/14

6:30 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$212

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/20

8:09 am-8:33 pm

1 stop11h 24m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Mon 5/26

6:31 pm-7:35 am

1 stop14h 04m

$216

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/5

10:57 am-7:31 pm

2 stops7h 34m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Fri 4/18

3:15 am-6:45 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$457

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/4

12:44 pm-11:17 am

2 stops21h 33m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Fri 4/18

8:31 am-11:55 am

2 stops28h 24m

$1,336

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Deals found on 3/24

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Guayaquil in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 José, San José Province-Guayaquil flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Guayaquil flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Guayaquil flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Guayaquil 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 José, San José Province-Guayaquil 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 José to Guayaquil

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Guayaquil

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Guayaquil?

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

The best time to book flights from San José, San José Province to Guayaquil is 48 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Guayaquil?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Guayaquil (average of $440). Flying from San José, San José Province to Guayaquil in December is currently the most expensive (average of $722). 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 SJO to GYE?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Guayaquil. 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.

It’s optimal to fly from San José, San José Province to Guayaquil in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 49% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Guayaquil by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Guayaquil ranges from 0.0 - 11.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.0 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Guayaquil when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Guayaquil by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Guayaquil, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Guayaquil

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Guayaquil. 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 Guayaquil. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Guayaquil, such as Copa Airlines, United Airlines and Avianca. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,298 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Guayaquil. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Guayaquil flight route?

    Within the past month, 2 users have taken a look at flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Guayaquil round-trip?

    According to our current data, Avianca ($212), Copa Airlines ($216), and United Airlines ($1,336) offers the cheapest pricing from San José, San José Province to Guayaquil. Avianca is priced at 32% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José, San José Province to Guayaquil?

    While on average a flight from San José, San José Province to Guayaquil is generally $408, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $139. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo), you can expect to pay $273 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Guayaquil that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Guayaquil?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Guayaquil?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Guayaquil 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 José, San José Province to Guayaquil?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Guayaquil (average of $440). Flying from San José, San José Province to Guayaquil in December is currently the most expensive (average of $722). 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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Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José to Guayaquil. 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
Copa AirlinesCheapest$233Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$234Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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