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$100+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Mexico City (MEX)

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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MEX
Apr 14 — Apr 211
Mon 4/14
Mon 4/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez are usually found in February or May, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$228
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$100
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$307

Good round-trip deal

$252 or less

Good one-way deal

$145 or less
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Cheapest flights from San José to Mexico City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Mexico City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 9, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/22:48 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop2h 57mVolaris Costa Rica
Tue 5/610:50 amMEX - SJO
Nonstop3h 02mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 4/8$228
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/204:48 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop2h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2912:40 amMEX - SJO
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$254
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/9. 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.
Thu 5/16:07 pmSJO - MEX
1 stop6h 53mCopa Airlines
Sat 5/105:50 amMEX - SJO
1 stop13h 09mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/9$281
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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.
Mon 5/121:55 amSJO - MEX
1 stop16h 10mAvianca
Sat 5/1712:40 amMEX - SJO
1 stop13h 25mAvianca
Deal found 4/8$285
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/8. 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 4/291:18 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop3h 22mAeromexico
Wed 5/78:50 amMEX - SJO
Nonstop3h 13mAeromexico
Deal found 4/8$302

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Mexico City 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 April 9, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Mexico City that are best for you.

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San José

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Mexico City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/2

2:48 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 57m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 5/6

10:50 am-1:52 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$228

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/8

2:48 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 57m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 5/11

12:40 am-9:20 am

1 stop8h 40m

$254

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/1

5:52 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 23m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 5/10

1:40 am-8:20 am

1 stop6h 40m

$281

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/12

1:55 am-6:05 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 5/17

12:40 am-2:05 pm

1 stop13h 25m

$285

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/2

8:06 am-11:20 am

Nonstop3h 14m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 5/11

8:50 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop3h 13m

$302

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/15

2:48 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 57m

$100

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/25

12:23 pm-5:45 am

1 stop17h 22m

$144

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/17

1:40 am-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$147

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/25

8:13 am-11:20 am

Nonstop3h 07m

$205

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/7

8:14 am-6:45 pm

2 stops34h 31m

$221

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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 José to Mexico City in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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-Mexico City 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-Mexico City flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Mexico City flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Mexico City 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-Mexico City 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 Mexico City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Mexico City

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Mexico City. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José, San José Province to Mexico City, you should look to book at least 70 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 José, San José Province to Mexico City?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Mexico City (average of $400). Flying from San José, San José Province to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $615). 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 MEX?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Mexico City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 9, 2025.

When flying from San José, San José Province to Mexico City, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 30% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Mexico City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San José to Mexico City. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Mexico City flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San José, San José Province to Mexico City

Explore weekly flight availability from San José to Mexico City. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 9, 2025.

The most flights from SJO to MEX are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Mexico City by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Mexico City ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Mexico City when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Mexico City by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Mexico City, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mexico City. 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 Mexico City. Reviews last updated April 9, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, Aeromexico and Avianca from San José to Mexico City to help guide your decision. 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
1,406 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

ORD - PTY

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,406 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,406 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

ORD - PTY

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,699 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,406 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

ORD - PTY

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,311 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,406 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

ORD - PTY

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.
Volaris
6.7
Okay
1,172 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,406 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

ORD - PTY

Breakfast food was a wonderful surprise! Tasty and unexpected. Chill attendants. No problems.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to Mexico City?

    If you wish to fly to Mexico City from San José, then you need to book flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez. There are 7 flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Benito Juarez (MEX) per day to choose from. Flights to Mexico City from Juan Santamaria Intl are available from 5 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 57m is how long a nonstop flight from San José to Mexico City Benito Juarez typically takes.

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

    Within the past month, 28 users have taken a look at flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez.

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

    Flying on Volaris Costa Rica is currently your cheapest option to Mexico City, with prices starting at $228. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Copa Airlines and Avianca, with the lowest prices starting at $281 and $285, respectively. Volaris Costa Rica is 20% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Mexico City one-way?

    $100 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Volaris Costa Rica. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Volaris and Avianca, with prices starting from $144 and $147, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San José, San José Province to Mexico City?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from San José, San José Province to Mexico City on time: LATAM Airlines (100%), Aeromexico (98%), Air France (98%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San José, San José Province to Mexico City is $106. On average you can expect to pay $397. The most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Mexico City Benito Juarez), can usually be booked for $228.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San José, San José Province to Mexico City?

    Most of the time, San José, San José Province to Mexico City flights that have layovers will stop in Guatemala City. Panama City is the second most popular location for layovers on flights from San José, San José Province to Mexico City.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Panama City?

    Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal are the most popular attractions in Panama City if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Panama Old Cathedral, Amador Causeway, and Panama Canal can be visited by traveling about 13.2 mi, 14.7 mi, and 15.1 mi respectively from Panama City Tocumen Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Panama City Tocumen Intl for about $13 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San José, San José Province to Mexico City flights?

    Of the flights from San José, San José Province to Mexico City that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in San Salvador.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Mexico City 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 Mexico City?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Mexico City (average of $400). Flying from San José, San José Province to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of $615). 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 5 airlines flying from San José to Mexico City

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San José to Mexico City. 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 April 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$141Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$174Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$220Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$232Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$259Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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