$137 Cheap flight deals from San José (SJO) to Cancun (CUN)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from San José to Cancun

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, Apr 4 - Wed, Apr 9
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
CUN
Cancun Intl.
$261 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$261
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Fri, Apr 4 from Juan Santamaría Intl. to Cancun Intl., returning Wed, Apr 9, priced at $261 found 9 hours ago

Airfares from $137 One Way, $237 Round Trip from San José to Cancun

Prices starting at $237 for return flights and $137 for one-way flights to Cancun were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Dec 6 - Sun, Dec 14
SJO
San José
CUN
Cancun
$237 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Sat, Dec 6 from San José to Cancun, returning Sun, Dec 14, priced at $237 found 2 days ago
Thu, Apr 24 - Thu, May 1
SJO
San José
CUN
Cancun
$265 Roundtrip, just found
$265
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Thu, Apr 24 from San José to Cancun, returning Thu, May 1, priced at $265 just found
Tue, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 9
SJO
San José
CUN
Cancun
$295 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Apr 8 from San José to Cancun, returning Wed, Apr 9, priced at $295 found 9 hours ago
Mon, Apr 28 - Sat, May 3
SJO
San José
CUN
Cancun
$298 Roundtrip, just found
$298
Roundtrip
just found
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Mon, Apr 28 from San José to Cancun, returning Sat, May 3, priced at $298 just found
Sun, May 4 - Sat, May 10
SJO
San José
TQO
Tulum
$350 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$350
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Sun, May 4 from San José to Tulum, returning Sat, May 10, priced at $350 found 14 hours ago

Cancun economy flight packages

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
Ventus at Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort - All Inclusive
4.0-star property

Ventus at Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort - All Inclusive

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,357 reviews)

May 15 - May 18

3 night stay

San José (SJO) to Cancun (CUN)

Aeromexico • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
per person
found 20 hours ago
It’s just big enough that it had plenty of options

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2025

Club Regina Cancun
3.5-star property

Club Regina Cancun

8/10 Very Good! (431 reviews)

May 1 - May 7

6 night stay

San José (SJO) to Cancun (CUN)

Copa • Non-stop • Coach

Cancun (CUN) to San José (SJO)

Volaris • Non-stop • Coach
per person
found 1 day ago
Location is good. Public transportation available. Spacious and clean rooms. Beachfront is great

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2024

Temptation Cancun Resort All Inclusive - Adults Only
4.5-star property

Temptation Cancun Resort All Inclusive - Adults Only

8.8/10 Excellent! (3,642 reviews)

May 8 - May 15

7 night stay

San José (SJO) to Cancun (CUN)

Aeromexico • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
per person
found 8 hours ago
The food was good, the people in the hotel were very friendly, dinner was great and the show was very entertaining and it was fun to watch it….

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2025

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More About Flying To Cancun from San José

Route Information for Flights from San José to Cancun

Origin Airport IATA Code
SJO
Destination Airport IATA Code
CUN
Distance
783 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Avianca, Volaris
Earliest Flight Arrival
6:10PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
8:39PM UTC

Flights from San Jose to Cancun

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport

Orbitz.com finds flights from San Jose to any international or domestic destination. The San Jose International Airport is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, approximately six miles from downtown San Jose. The airport has hubs for nine airlines, including United Airlines, US Airways, jetBlue and Hawaiian Airlines. If you're looking for a low-cost air ticket, you can find a flight in minutes using Orbitz.com.

Parking and Transportation

The airport has three long-term parking lots. The cheapest is Economy Lot 1, which charges $15 per day. Daily Lot 4 and Daily Lot 6 both charge $22 per day; however, passengers who depart from Terminal A do not want to park in Daily Lot 6. The shuttle for this lot only runs to Terminal B. You can also take a taxicab to the airport. If you're coming from the downtown area, cab fare costs between $15 and $18. The VTA Airport Flyer also runs from the Metro Station at N 1st Street and Metro to the airport every 30 minutes. It costs $2 per person to ride the VTA Airport Flyer. If you need a rental car when you arrive at your destination, you can make reservations using Orbitz.com.

Dining at the Airport

The airport has a variety of dining options to choose from if you're hungry before your flight. You can grab a full meal at Sora, an authentic Japanese restaurant, or at Sonoma Chicken. If you just want a snack, stop by Starbucks or the Euro Café. When you use Orbitz.com to find flights from San Jose, you are free to relax and enjoy a good meal before you board your plane.

Cancun International Airport

Cancun International Airport is the second busiest airport in Mexico, so finding cheap flights to Cancun can take some time. Orbitz.com can assist you with finding the best deals available when you are planning your trip. Cancun International Airport is located at kilometer 22 of the Cancun-Cheturnal highway, approximately 25 minutes from downtown. Over 60 airlines fly into its three terminals, including American Airlines, AeroMexico, Iberia, Delta and United Airlines, so finding good deals on an air ticket should be possible.

Transportation from the Airport

Buses are the most popular form of transportation from the airport to your hotel or downtown. The fare is $4.00 per adult passenger, and the trip is approximately 35 minutes long. Shuttles and cars are available, but all ground transportation should be prearranged as taxis are not allowed at the airport. Orbitz.com will be able to assist you with your ground transportation needs.

Weather in Cancun

The best time to travel to Cancun is from November to February when temperatures are in the mid 80s and humidity is low. August to September is hurricane season, so traveling to Cancun should be avoided during those months.

Attractions and Activities in Cancun

No trip to Cancun would be complete without spending some time on one of Cancun's famous white sandy beaches. History buffs would enjoy a day trip to see the ancient Mayan ruins of Chichen Itza, considered to be one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Orbiz.com can arrange packages that include swimming with dolphins and ziplining in the jungle for adventure enthusiasts. Whatever your interests may be, Orbitz.com can assist you when you need cheap flights to Cancun.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from San Jose to Cancun?
Yes, you’ll be pleased to hear that you can fly straight from San Jose (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.) to CUN. Direct flights are available with Volaris and Volaris Costa Rica.
What is the shortest flight from San Jose to Cancun?
The quickest flight time from San Jose to Cancun is 3 hours and 56 minutes, which gives you more than enough time to indulge in a drink or lose yourself in a good book.
What airlines fly from San Jose to Cancun most frequently?
Have a look at Volaris (Y4). This airline offers some of the most frequent flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport to Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.). It operates 39 services on this route each month and is a favorite with travelers. Alternatively, reserve a seat with Volaris Costa Rica (Q6). You’ll have 17 monthly flights between San Jose and Cancun to select from with this company.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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