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$174+ Cheap flights from Quito (UIO) to San José (SJO)

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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
UIO — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Quito Mariscal Sucr to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in February or April, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Quito to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Quito (UIO) to San José (SJO). 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 February 20, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$275
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$174
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$324

Good one-way deal

$231 or less
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Cheapest flights from Quito to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Quito to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 3/36:28 pmUIO - SJO
1 stop14h 06mCopa Airlines
Tue 3/44:09 amSJO - UIO
1 stop12h 21mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/19$275
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/46:15 pmUIO - SJO
1 stop7h 00mAvianca
Sun 3/94:20 pmSJO - UIO
Nonstop2h 15mAvianca
Deal found 2/19$309
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/19:30 pmUIO - SJO
2 stops12h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/47:50 pmSJO - UIO
1 stop5h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$376
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 2/281:35 amUIO - SJO
2 stops36h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/49:05 amSJO - UIO
2 stops38h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,610

Find flights from Quito to San José within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Quito to San José 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 February 20, 2025.

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Quito

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

QuitoSan José

UIO - SJO

UIOSJO

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Mon 3/3

6:28 pm-7:34 am

1 stop14h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/4

4:09 am-5:30 pm

1 stop12h 21m

$275

QuitoSan José

UIO - SJO

UIOSJO

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 3/4

6:15 pm-12:15 am

1 stop7h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/9

4:20 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$309

QuitoSan José

UIO - SJO

UIOSJO

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 3/4

7:13 pm-11:20 pm

3 stops29h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/9

3:45 pm-3:24 pm

1 stop22h 39m

$681

QuitoSan José

UIO - SJO

UIOSJO

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 3/4

1:35 am-6:16 pm

1 stop17h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/9

11:35 am-11:30 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$2,299

QuitoSan José

UIO - SJO

UIOSJO

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 2/25

6:28 pm-8:08 am

1 stop14h 40m

$174

QuitoSan José

UIO - SJO

UIOSJO

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 2/25

8:38 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop17h 07m

$181

QuitoSan José

UIO - SJO

UIOSJO

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Tue 2/25

6:37 pm-11:25 am

2 stops17h 48m

$243

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Best time to book a flight from Quito to San José

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Travel insights for flights from Quito to San José

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Quito to San José including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Quito to San José. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Quito to San José, San José Province is 63 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 Quito to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Quito to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Quito to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 UIO to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Quito to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Quito to San José, San José Province is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 47% on airfare.

Rainfall in San José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines, United Airlines and Avianca from Quito to San José. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,516 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

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
1,516 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,516 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2025

ORD - PTY

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,768 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,516 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

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
6.8
Okay
2,437 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,516 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

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 Quito to San José. 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 Quito to San José, San José Province flight route?

    This flight path from Quito Mariscal Sucr to San José Juan Santamaria Intl was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Quito to San José, San José Province round-trip from $275. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Avianca, from $309, and United Airlines, from $2,299. You may be able to fly from Quito to San José, San José Province for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    While on average a flight from Quito to San José, San José Province is generally $286, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $192. When looking at the most popular route, (Quito Mariscal Sucr - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), you can expect to pay $275 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Quito to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Quito to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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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AviancaCheapest$264Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$314Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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