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Find cheap flights from Guatemala City to San José from £62

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Cheap flight deals from Guatemala City to San José (GUA-SJO)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Guatemala City to San José that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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11:10 - 18:50GUA-SJO
7h 40m1 stop
16:25 - 17:55SJO-GUA
1h 30mdirect
£114Avianca
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Sat, 14 Sep - Sat, 21 Sep
05:50 - 07:20GUA-SJO
1h 30mdirect
06:10 - 07:40SJO-GUA
1h 30mdirect
£126Avianca
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Tue, 14 May - Sun, 19 May
13:20 - 18:50GUA-SJO
5h 30m1 stop
06:10 - 07:40SJO-GUA
1h 30mdirect
£127Avianca
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Tue, 14 May - Sun, 19 May
09:18 - 10:59GUA-SJO
1h 41mdirect
20:20 - 22:06SJO-GUA
1h 46mdirect
£140Copa Airlines
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Sat, 11 May - Thu, 16 May
09:18 - 10:59GUA-SJO
1h 41mdirect
04:15 - 11:00SJO-GUA
6h 45m1 stop
£141Copa Airlines
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Wed, 29 May - Sun, 2 Jun
01:37 - 11:32GUA-SJO
9h 55m1 stop
12:32 - 00:41SJO-GUA
12h 09m1 stop
£478Spirit Airlines
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Sat, 31 Aug - Thu, 5 Sep
11:20 - 20:00GUA-SJO
32h 40m1 stop
00:50 - 05:59SJO-GUA
29h 09m1 stop
£700Alaska Airlines
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Fri, 16 Aug - Sat, 17 Aug
01:30 - 10:03GUA-SJO
8h 33m1 stop
06:00 - 00:50SJO-GUA
18h 50m1 stop
£724United Airlines
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Sat, 3 Aug - Sun, 11 Aug
11:20 - 20:00GUA-SJO
32h 40m1 stop
00:50 - 05:59SJO-GUA
29h 09m1 stop
£819Alaska Airlines
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Fri, 9 Aug - Tue, 13 Aug
02:30 - 05:30GUA-SJO
27h 00m1 stop
05:30 - 18:49SJO-GUA
13h 19m1 stop
£862United Airlines
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Thu, 8 Aug - Mon, 12 Aug

Flights from Guatemala City to San José - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Guatemala City to San José to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guatemala City to San José?

The average price of all flights from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San José on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Guatemala City to San José. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Wednesdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province is October, where tickets cost £102 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and February, where the average cost of tickets is £155 and £149 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province, you should book around 2 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 67 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Guatemala City to San José?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The cheapest return flight ticket from Guatemala City to San José found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for £114 on Avianca, followed by Copa Airlines (£140). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as £62 on Avianca and from £83 on Copa Airlines.

Which airlines fly most frequently between Guatemala City and San José?

Avianca connects Guatemala City to San José with up to 2 flights per day. Copa Airlines also offers 2 flights per day, while Volaris Costa Rica follows with 1 flight per day.

Which airlines fly direct between Guatemala City and San José, San José Province?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province.
There are 3 airlines that fly direct from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province. They are: Avianca, Copa Airlines and Volaris Costa Rica. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Avianca at £95 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Avianca.

How many flights are there between Guatemala City and San José, San José Province per day?

Each day, there are between 5 and 8 nonstop flights that take off from Guatemala City and land in San José, San José Province, with an average flight time of 1h 34m. The most common departure time is 09:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 44 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Friday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Guatemala City and San José, San José Province?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Guatemala City to San José take?

Direct flights from Guatemala City generally make it to San José in 1h 30m. The flying distance between the two cities is 531 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from Guatemala City to San José?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Guatemala City at 00:48 and will be landing in San José, San José Province at 02:20.

What’s the latest departure time from Guatemala City to San José?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province jets off at 21:35 and lands at 23:07.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Guatemala City to San José

Low season

May

High season

December

Cheapest flight

£62
Best time to beat the crowds (2% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)
Flight from Guatemala City to San José

When to book flights from Guatemala City to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Guatemala City to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Guatemala City to San José

  • How do I travel from Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) to Downtown San Jose?

    It's simple to get to San José from the airport by bus. Visitors are transported by Tuasa Bus to the Parade Alajuela Bus Station on Avenida 2 in the heart of San José, directly across from Merced Park. The trip lasts about 35 minutes. Daily service runs multiple times every hour.

  • Can Iberia allow my pet in the cabin during my flight from Guatemala City to San José?

    If they weigh no more than 17 lbs (with the pet carrier, excluding guide dogs), dogs, tortoises, cats, fish, and birds (other than birds of prey) may fly in the cabin with you. Pets must always remain in their carrier, and you are accountable for their upkeep during the journey.

  • How is Air Canada ensuring that they are eco-friendly?

    Air Canada puts a lot of work into minimizing their environmental impact and incorporating environmental factors into their business choices. By 2030, Air Canada promises to invest $50 million in developing sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), carbon reduction and removal technologies. This involves backing the Direct Air Capture technology developed by Carbon Engineering, a Canadian provider of climate solutions.

  • Can I go to other cities from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)?

    This airport is convenient for getting to San José and several other nearby cities - whether by private vehicle, public transportation, or domestic flights. Among them are the cities of Alajuela, San Antonio, San Jose de Alajuela, Colon, San Francisco, Mercedes, Santo Domingo, San Pablo, and Santa Ana.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Guatemala City to San José, San José Province was £77 for a one-way ticket and £143 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Guatemala City to San José?

    Iberia, Alaska Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Guatemala City to San José flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Guatemala City to San José?

    The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Guatemala City to San José flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Guatemala City to San José?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Guatemala City and San José, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Guatemala City to San José?

    There are direct flights from Guatemala City to San José on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Guatemala City to San José?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Guatemala City to San José.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Guatemala City to San José?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San José from Guatemala City is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Guatemala City to San José?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San José with an airline and back to Guatemala City with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Guatemala City to San José?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San José from Guatemala City up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Guatemala City to San José

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Guatemala City to San José? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £85 or less one-way and £113 or less round-trip.
  • If your child has to travel alone from Guatemala City to San José, consider booking your flight with Avianca. Your child will be given special treatment, accompanied to the boarding room, and guided to the conveyor belt for their baggage. They are also permitted to bring their entertainment gadgets on board.
  • Copa Airlines ensures that their special needs passengers from Guatemala City to San José, like those with limited mobility and visual problems, are well cared for. Their crew aids with getting to the flight's departure entrance, making a transfer, or reaching their ultimate destination. They also provide wheelchairs and Braille for those who need them.
  • Wondering where to stay at La Aurora International Airport (GUA) while waiting for your flight? The lounges at Guatemala Airport (GUA) are accessible to travelers at a discounted rate, regardless of which airline they are flying with. It is the ideal option for a morning check-in, a canceled flight, a connecting flight, or breakfast.
  • Air France will secure your seats for free two days before your journey if you travel from Guatemala City to San José with a family or a child (14 years of age or under) - however, everyone in your family must be included on the same booking file. If you prefer a particular seat, you can select it in advance.
  • If you want to be around GUA a night before to catch the earliest flight from Guatemala City to San José, consider booking one of the airport hotels which provide excellent accommodation services. They include Holiday Inn Guatemala, Hotel Biltmore and Suites Terraza Imperial.
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Prefer to fly direct from Guatemala City to San José?

Find which airlines fly direct from La Aurora to Juan Santamaria Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Guatemala City La Aurora to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Monday

Air France, Avianca, Copa Airlines, +2 more

Air France, Avianca, +3 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +3 more

Air Canada, Air France, +4 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +3 more

Air Canada, Air France, +4 more

Thursday

Air France, Avianca, Copa Airlines, +2 more

Air France, Avianca, +3 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +3 more

Air Canada, Air France, +4 more

Saturday

Air France, Avianca, Copa Airlines, +2 more

Air France, Avianca, +3 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +3 more

Air Canada, Air France, +4 more

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Direct returns

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guatemala City La Aurora

Monday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +4 more

Air Canada, Air France, +5 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +4 more

Air Canada, Air France, +5 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +4 more

Air Canada, Air France, +5 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +4 more

Air Canada, Air France, +5 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +4 more

Air Canada, Air France, +5 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +4 more

Air Canada, Air France, +5 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +4 more

Air Canada, Air France, +5 more

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Top airlines flying from Guatemala City to San José

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Guatemala City to San José. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Guatemala City to San José? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.5
AviancaOverall score based on 3883 reviews
6.4Food
7.4Comfort
7.7Boarding
8.0Crew
6.8Entertainment
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No water for a 5 hour flight entertainment not working seats with little room for knees when person in front of me reclined kept bumping my knees.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Apr 2024LAX - SAL
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No water for a 5 hour flight entertainment not working seats with little room for knees when person in front of me reclined kept bumping my knees.

I did not like anything, first time I use company and for sure it will be the last time, they charge for simple operations that any other average airline wouldn't charge.

i was charged $140.00usd for my backpack the only luggage i had was my backpack

More than 3 hours of delay and not even a snack was given.

I flew with my service dog unfortunately they didn’t allow it to flight on the canine, but ok, the only problem was that when I arrived to Quito it took 1 hour to deliver my dog, they were supposed to deliver it the moment we get off the airplane.

No complimentary snacks, food, beverages (even water) blanket and pillow on a 6 hours long flight (economy comfort). A low form of nickeling and diming. Lost a recurring pessanger over a soda. Will never fly Avianca again.

Flight attendants to show up on time, offer drinks and food.

Flight departure late. Got late in Colombia making us take a different flight next day. Avianca airport crew messed up my ticket so when a I got in Brazil I didn’t have a ticket for my destination. Had to buy a new ticket out of my pocket.

At least free water in all flights Beverages are desired in international flights Luggage damages need be refund!

The flight was overbooked and the solution gave was unrespctful. I arrived 4 hour in advance in the airport and only after 2hous was possible suggest a different ticket with another company LATAM, I have accepted, but when I was checking in at LATAM the tickets was issued without luggage, what it is absurd since I have bought my tickets including it since the beginning. Due to the timing for the next flight was not possible return to Avianca to claim due to the distance between Both companies Avianca and Latam since were located in different terminals. I have insiste to the crew of Latam to call Avianca to solve it, but they could help they were alleging that only paying a thousand pesos Mexicans ($1,000 MXN) to dispatch my luggage would be accepted and I have no money at all. So I had to beg for others passagens, it was an humiliating to exchange luggage with who was platinum in order to return back the luggage in the connection airport in Brazil (GRU). I have no clue that a judicial process would be taken from my side due the lots of stress in sequence by the non professional treatment with a passenger that was just following everything said by Avianca.. Long hours of waiting until next flight and only arrive at final destine in 6hs later..

The WiFi tv wasn’t working. The flight was over sold and moved several times. The gate assignment appeared on the screens right as we were supposed to board. Because of the flight being over sold we were almost stuck in Cancun for a couple of a days. The flight attendants were unfriendly and would wake you up to pick up other people’s trash.

Overall good but we had a minor scare when a wind shear caused the plane to re take off on the first landing attempt. The crew handled it well and we landed safely on the second attempt

It was unfortunate that I paid more than $120 one way to carry on my luggage to only have to have them checked baggage. We board the flight and there’s a lot of overhead space. They checked our bags in Group 2 but Group 3 was able to board with their luggage. I would not fly Volaris again. The flight attendance on the plane was very nice but the employees at the gate prior to boarding was very rude.

To many extra fees, poor customer service and very uncomfortable flight. No leg room and seat wont recline.

I am disabled and was unable to get any assistance from Volaris. I had to wait in line at front desk for 45 minutes, I am by myself, and unable to stand. When I got to front desk check in, they had no assistance for me. I did however, have wheelchair assistance when I arrived in Mexico City. Thank God for that!

When you make the 3 Lines to board de airplane , I believe that you should make only one line first and then call the next and then last ,,, because the number 3 wait to long just standing there ,, my opinion !!!

The whole experience was good. We left a little late but that seems pretty normal we it’s anybairline these days. No free snacks or drinks provided.

Our flight got overbooked and we missed one day of our trip.

Los asientos son muy estrechos, incómodos, los cinturones estaban al revés.

Check in at LAX was terrible. Unbelievable lines. Chaos. The landing in Morelia was scary, with the plane fishtailing. If other airlines flew directly between California and Morelia, I would never fly Volaris again.

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Cheapest flights to San José from Guatemala City found in 2024

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Guatemala City to San José found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
18/8Sun
1 stopAvianca
3h 00mGUA-SJO
£62
17/5Fri
directAvianca
1h 30mGUA-SJO
£74
9/6Sun
directCopa Airlines
1h 41mGUA-SJO
£83
9/5Thu
1 stopCopa Airlines
14h 34mGUA-SJO
£84
19/5Sun
1 stopAvianca
12h 25mGUA-SJO
£97
9/5Thu
directCopa Airlines
1h 41mGUA-SJO
£100
12/5Sun
1 stopCopa Airlines
15h 16mGUA-SJO
£101
18/5Sat
1 stopAeromexico
16h 22mGUA-SJO
£241
9/8Fri
1 stopAeromexico
11h 54mGUA-SJO
£247
10/9Tue
1 stopIberojet
28h 15mGUA-SJO
£353

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Last minute flights from Guatemala City to San José

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Guatemala City to San José that are departing in the next 10 days.
2/5Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
27h 00mGUA-SJO
5/5Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
18h 50mSJO-GUA
£495
3/5Fri
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
32h 11mGUA-SJO
4/5Sat
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
28h 50mSJO-GUA
£1,977

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Guatemala City - San José Flights

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Guatemala City (GUA)Guatemala

Destination:

San José (SJO)Costa Rica

Return flight deals:

San José - Guatemala City

Cabin classes:

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