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$243 Find Cheap Flights from Calgary to San José

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Cheap Flights from Calgary to San José (YYC-SJO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Calgary 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Calgary to San José

Fri, Sep 5 - Tue, Sep 16
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12:30 am - 3:13 pmYYC-SJO
14h 43m2 stops
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12:19 pm - 8:19 pmSJO-YYC
32h 00m3 stops
Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 16
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10:00 am - 3:13 pmYYC-SJO
29h 13m3 stops
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12:19 pm - 8:19 pmSJO-YYC
32h 00m3 stops
Sat, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 16
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9:00 am - 10:27 amYYC-SJO
25h 27m2 stops
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12:19 pm - 8:19 pmSJO-YYC
32h 00m3 stops
Wed, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 17
United Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 7:37 pmYYC-SJO
30h 59m2 stops
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7:55 am - 11:38 amSJO-YYC
27h 43m2 stops
$556United Airlines
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Tue, Nov 4 - Tue, Dec 16
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1:30 pm - 1:15 pmYYC-SJO
22h 45m1 stop
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8:45 am - 11:35 amSJO-YYC
27h 50m2 stops
$558United Airlines
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Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 22
American Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 11:00 pmYYC-SJO
31h 30m1 stop
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3:50 pm - 11:23 amSJO-YYC
20h 33m2 stops
$569American Airlines
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Thu, Jan 8 - Thu, Jan 22
American Airlines Logo
2:30 pm - 2:10 pmYYC-SJO
22h 40m2 stops
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3:50 pm - 11:23 amSJO-YYC
20h 33m2 stops
$579American Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Dec 17
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7:10 am - 11:55 pmYYC-SJO
15h 45m1 stop
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1:15 am - 8:50 pmSJO-YYC
20h 35m1 stop
$605Air Transat
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Wed, Nov 5 - Tue, Dec 16
Air Transat Logo
7:10 am - 11:55 pmYYC-SJO
15h 45m1 stop
Air Transat Logo
12:55 am - 11:42 amSJO-YYC
11h 47m1 stop
$612Air Transat
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Wed, Jan 7 - Thu, Jan 22
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12:50 am - 12:05 amYYC-SJO
22h 15m2 stops
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8:35 am - 7:14 pmSJO-YYC
11h 39m1 stop
$674Air Canada
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Calgary to San José flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Calgary 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 Calgary to San José?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Calgary to San José clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San José on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Calgary, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Thursdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to San José?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Calgary to San José, 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 Calgary to San José is May, where tickets cost $585 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $993 and $876 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Calgary to San José?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Calgary to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Calgary to San José, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonMay
Cheapest flight$243
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
Flight from Calgary to San José

When to book flights from Calgary to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Calgary to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Calgary to San José

  • How do I get to downtown San José from San Jose Juan Santamaría International Airport?

    You’ll find different transportation options from SJO to downtown San José. Multiple buses pick up passengers at the airport bus stand every 15 minutes. If you are headed to one of the beaches from the airport, you can take a bus to downtown San José, where you’ll find a connecting bus to your preferred beach destination.

  • What is the carry-on policy for flights from Calgary to San Jose?

    Major providers on the Calgary to San Jose route have the same carry-on policy for their Economy Class cabins, allowing passengers to bring 1 item of hand baggage and 1 personal item. The dimensions and weight requirements slightly differ. Some airlines have a special hand baggage allowance for parents with infants. Consider upgrading your ticket if you wish to bring more carry-on luggage.

  • What assistance does Calgary International Airport offer travellers with limited mobility?

    YYC is accessible to elderly passengers and travellers with reduced mobility or different types of impairment. The airport has digital screens at check-in, an accessible website, baggage assistance, guiding arm or voice service, hearing loops, wheelchair and mobility assistance upon request, and the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program for travellers with hidden disabilities.

  • Which other Costa Rican cities can I fly to from San Jose?

    If you wish to extend your trip from San Jose or explore other cities in Costa Rica, you can fly to Limon, Liberia, Quepos, Puerto Jimenez, and Tamarindo. You’ll find domestic flights from SJO to different airports in these cities. 

  • What is the cheapest flight from Calgary to San José?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Calgary to San José was $243 for a one-way ticket and $468 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Calgary and San José?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to San José from Calgary.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Calgary to San José?

    When flying out of Calgary you will be using Calgary. You will be landing at San José, also known as San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Calgary to San José?

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Calgary to San José, United Airlines or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Calgary to San José are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $620 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $638 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Calgary 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 Calgary to San José.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San José from Calgary 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 Calgary to San José?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San José with an airline and back to Calgary with another airline. Booking your flights between Calgary and SJO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Calgary 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 Calgary up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Calgary to San José

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) is a hub for different airlines with domestic and international flights. It is a primary hub and headquarters for WestJet, a Canadian low-cost carrier. Flights from Calgary to San Jose are mainly operated by United Airlines, American Airlines, Air Canada, WestJet, Aeroméxico, and Avianca Airlines.
  • You’ll find flights with one or more stops from YYC to San Jose Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in Costa Rica. Common layover cities for one-stop flights on this route include Cancún (CUN), Houston (IAH), Dallas (DFW), Denver (DEN), Los Angeles (LAX), Toronto (YYZ), Washington (IAD), and Montreal (YUL). The layover airport will depend on the airline and flight route.
  • On average, the round-trip emissions per passenger on flights from Calgary to San Jose is around 1900 kg. Consider booking eco-friendly airlines like WestJet, Air Canada, United Airlines, and American Airlines, which have implemented sustainable practices to lower carbon emissions in their operations.
  • Aspire Lounge (International) in the International Terminal of the Calgary airport is accessible to different passengers, regardless of travel class. One-time travellers can pay at the door and enjoy different services and amenities, including showers, comfortable sofas, free Wi-Fi, and a board menu. The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge and WestJet Elevation Lounge are other options accessible through a lounge membership program.
  • If you are looking for hotels near San Jose Juan Santamaría International Airport, you have multiple options with free airport shuttles. You can check into Hampton Inn & Suites, around 1 km from the airport, or Holiday Inn Express, approximately 1.4 km from the airport. Courtyard San Jose Airport Alajuela is another option, around 2 km from SJO.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Calgary to San José

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Calgary 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 Calgary 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.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 8896 reviews
8.1Crew
6.6Food
7.7Boarding
7.1Entertainment
7.3Comfort
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It was all good flight was on time, service was good I enjoyed a few movies and everything was smooth

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jul 2025YYZ - SFO
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It was all good flight was on time, service was good I enjoyed a few movies and everything was smooth

Efficient, calm when things were delayed and kept us regularly informed of what was happening.

Airbus plane, nice and polite staff, entertainment even as it was a short flight.

Very nice and clean plane. Transit time between flights was tight though

Our flights got changed from United to Air Canada and our purchased seats did not get transferred so we had to pay for seats twice. I brought it up with Air Canada and they stated I had to go back and chase it with United. The united seats were $21 Canadian each and Air Canada were $56 each so we have paid $77 for each seat. Very unhappy

So far so good but food and entertainment are not available for this flight

Plane temperature was comfortable (not to hot) when boarding and waiting for takeoff.

Michael, our FA was very attentive, even finding me a chocolate brownie from economy class when the dessert selections were all dairy based. ( intolerant, not allergic so don’t usually need to order dairy free)

We tried to upgrade to economy premium but were told this was not possible as we had booked through United Airlines (and Air Canada was operating the flight). This seemed silly given there was ample space in economy premium. Additionally, we had to wait almost 1.5 hours upon arrival to taxi to the gate. Otherwise, the crew were very pleasant and passengers were friendly.

It was my first time with United Airlines and I would say it was very good experience and best of all the flights were on time. Will definitely fly with United Airlines next time.

A cookie and a soda, packed like sardines, will never be a positive experience. Also, boarded a 5:30 flight at 7:45pm

They cancelled my flight and downgraded me to economy and only gave me $250 for the downgrade

It’s a great flight. Service is good. Staff is awesome.

Not very good , the stewardess were unfriendly and they don't like to be bothered. Cos was a night flight and they need to sleep.

Everything about the flight was lovely…We left early, arrived early, cabin crew were efficient and helpful. Flight was easy and most pleasant.

Kayak boarding information contained inaccuracies that would have not existed if booked directly with American. Paid for preferential boarding, was last to board.

Flight delayed, missed connection, had to stay overnight. Next flight instead of our business class we were booked on the very back row. Second time this had happened in 2 months.

Paid for a window and was assigned to a middle seat with 2 very large people on each side of me. Flight was sold out and I feel I need to be refunded foe paying for a window seat and being put in a middle one..

Staff at the gate were incredibly rude, hostile and threatening. Never fly American Airlines.

No overhead space so all carryons were checked. No internet.

Business class was not worth the extra charge. Overpriced for slightly larger seat. Nothing special. Small older plane.

Pros: The airplane was new and had in-flight entertainment (tablet behind seats) with new movies instead of watching on personal devices. Cons: the flight time was changed without informing us. When I booked the flight, the time was 13:30pm (also in the email confirmation). However, when I reached the airport, the time was conveniently changed to 14:55pm. When I asked at the counter, they said the flight always took off at this time. The booking was made by Air Canada, but the flight was operated by United.

The app was great, service was wonderful, everything was quick and easy

On the flight from Montreal to Calgary the flight attendant we had was excellent. Unfortunately I did not get her name but she made the flight very comfortable and enjoyable.

Like- beer/wine for free Dis-like- all other aspects- customer service was horrible the entire trip. No help from Air Canada after they changed flight 6+ hours later. Also they put us on standby for no reason. Then almost 2 hours to get our bags after we arrived back at airport

Ground personnel in better mood. Sounded agressive wrt carry on bagage sizing.

Not much....we did not get the complimentary beverages promised in our ticket. My partner and I did not have the window seats promised. We didnt get to sit together.....

It was great. Although when I got my luggage it was broken.

every single person involved showed their joy, working in the airline industry - it created a very pleasant atmosphere for everyone

I liked not paying for carry on and the compensation my husband and I received from the airline for overbooking our flight. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

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