GDL - SJO

$146 Find Cheap Flights from Guadalajara to San José

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Guadalajara to San José departing on 5/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Guadalajara to San José, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$261
Typical prices: $317-$235
Viva
Fri 8/28Fri 9/4
GDL - SJO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$371
Typical prices: $313-$285
Volaris Costa Rica
Sun 5/31Thu 6/4
GDL - SJO • Non-stop
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Arrive at GDL two hours early for check-in lines.
Pre-book transport at SJO for a smoother exit.
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You can fly direct with Volaris Costa Rica. Average duration is 3h 19m
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Cheapest • Avg $229 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Guadalajara to San José (GDL-SJO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Guadalajara 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Guadalajara to San José

Fri, Aug 28 - Fri, Sep 4
Viva Logo
6:10 am - 1:15 am
GDL
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SJO
19h 05m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 2:43 pm
SJO
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GDL
12h 23m
1 stop
$261Viva
Thu, Jun 11 - Thu, Jun 18
Aeromexico Logo
3:16 pm - 11:34 pm
GDL
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SJO
8h 18m
1 stop
Aeromexico Logo
1:17 pm - 12:25 am
SJO
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GDL
11h 08m
1 stop
$304Aeromexico
Mon, Jul 6 - Sat, Jul 11
Viva Logo
6:35 pm - 1:15 am
GDL
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SJO
6h 40m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 10:00 am
SJO
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GDL
7h 40m
1 stop
$306Viva
Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Aug 28
Viva Logo
8:30 am - 1:15 am
GDL
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SJO
16h 45m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 2:55 pm
SJO
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GDL
12h 35m
1 stop
$308Viva
Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Aug 28
Viva Logo
6:10 am - 1:15 am
GDL
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SJO
19h 05m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 2:55 pm
SJO
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GDL
12h 35m
1 stop
$317Viva
Sun, May 31 - Thu, Jun 4
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9:11 am - 12:02 pm
GDL
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SJO
26h 51m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 7:43 pm
SJO
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GDL
3h 28mnonstop
$326Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jun 9 - Sat, Jun 13
Aeromexico Logo
6:23 am - 11:34 pm
GDL
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SJO
17h 11m
1 stop
Aeromexico Logo
1:17 pm - 9:21 pm
SJO
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GDL
8h 04m
1 stop
$334Aeromexico
Tue, May 12 - Fri, May 15
Aeromexico Logo
10:13 am - 11:41 pm
GDL
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SJO
13h 28m
1 stop
Aeromexico Logo
1:20 pm - 11:24 pm
SJO
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GDL
10h 04m
1 stop
$346Aeromexico
Sun, Jul 5 - Sun, Jul 12
Aeromexico Logo
11:34 am - 11:43 pm
GDL
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SJO
12h 09m
1 stop
Aeromexico Logo
7:30 am - 9:13 am
SJO
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GDL
25h 43m
1 stop
$353Aeromexico
Mon, Jun 22 - Fri, Jun 26
Viva Logo
6:25 pm - 1:15 am
GDL
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SJO
6h 50m
1 stop
Viva Logo
2:20 am - 1:00 pm
SJO
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GDL
10h 40m
1 stop
$354Viva
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Guadalajara to San José flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Guadalajara to San José?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Guadalajara to San José departing in August.

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

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

For Guadalajara to San José, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from San José back to Guadalajara, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Thursday being the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara to San José is September, where tickets cost $267 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $367 and $360 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Guadalajara to San José?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $408 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara to San José, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Guadalajara to San José

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on SJO

Mark Chesnut is a travel writer and public speaker with more than 30 years of experience. The 2019 winner of the NLGJA Excellence in Travel Writing Award, Mark is the author of the book “Prepare for Departure” and has covered air travel for multiple top consumer and trade media outlets.

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Brandon Schultz

Expert on GDL

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$146
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
Flight from Guadalajara to San José

When to book flights from Guadalajara to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara to San José

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Guadalajara to San José was $146 for a one-way ticket and $261 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Guadalajara and San José.

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

    You can catch a nonstop flight from Guadalajara to San José on on Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Guadalajara to San José, Volaris Costa Rica or Aeromexico?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Guadalajara to San José are Volaris Costa Rica and Aeromexico. With an average price for the route of $300 and an overall rating of 7.9, Volaris Costa Rica is the most popular choice. Aeromexico is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $317 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San José from Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara with another airline. Booking your flights between Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara to San José

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $168 or less one-way and $408 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Guadalajara to San José?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tuesday

Volaris Costa Rica

Volaris Costa Rica

Thursday

Volaris Costa Rica

Volaris Costa Rica

Sunday

Volaris Costa Rica

Volaris Costa Rica

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Direct returns

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Tuesday

Volaris Costa Rica

Volaris Costa Rica

Thursday

Volaris Costa Rica

Volaris Costa Rica

Sunday

Volaris Costa Rica

Volaris Costa Rica

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Reviews of the top airlines flying from Guadalajara to San José

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara 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.
7.9
Volaris Costa RicaOverall score based on 81 reviews
8.3Crew
5.9Food
7.9Boarding
7.6Comfort
5.2Entertainment
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Smooth flight. Easy boarding. Come early. Check in line is long

8.0 ExcellentJanice, Feb 2026
MCO - SJO
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Smooth flight. Easy boarding. Come early. Check in line is long

Quick boarding and check in.. but premium seats don’t recline.. very hard to relax. But overall, it was a Great a satisfying experience.. Thank You

If they listen to you especially when there’s a problem with a passport now I lost my tickets and also my seat money

The worst airline I have ever experienced. Terrible customer service. Absolutely disgraceful

Checking bags at the airport, very confusing they make lines for different flights but they don’t have any signs, so if you are on the wrong line be aware they will send you to the end of the correct line. No priority for check in even if you pay and no priority to disabled persons and elderly persons.

Despite all the negative reviews, I took Volaris with a family of 4 (including a toddler and infant in arms). The only compliant was they charged me $70 to gate check our wagon (which we use as a stroller) and then it was not available for pickup at the gate (which is the entire point), so we had to get through customs and the airport with our luggage and no way to push our kids :(

Après avoir manqué l’avion aucune aide de la part des agents à l’aéroport pour trouver un autre vol

Más comida no cobrar tanto por los asientos y comida food

Worst airline ever!! Delays in all my flights!!! Do not flight with Volaris!

The departures screens in the airport showed the flight as canceled for some weird reason, but when I got to the gate just to double check, it showed it as on time, and not canceled. This was confusing, but ultimately I was able to get to where I needed to go.

All went very well. We used the AIFI Airport, such a lovely facility. Definitely needs better transportation options to get there.

Both ground crew and flight crew were rude, and did not provide any level of service. They made it very difficult as we were traveling with a passenger the required assistance.

From the check-in, to the flight, and arriving, everything went very smoothly. Unfortunately, when I received my baggage it was severely damaged. I have a hard shelled suitcase and it was completely smashed it. I’m not sure how this could happened but I am extremely disappointed that my belongings were damaged beyond repair and continued use.

Really nice, all good, nice crew and all on time

Unfortunately I had an awful boarding experience. Our first flight with Aeromexico was fine and landed on time however it couldn’t find a gate and we were late which made us lose our connecting flight with Aeromexico. The staff handled it horribly when we explained our situation and would not led us board when we missed the boarding time by a couple minutes. The staff were extremely rude and did not attempt to even help us. Because of this incident, my husband and I missed a full day of work which negatively impacted our salary which we need. Please compensate us for the work that we missed.

It was OK. The flight is pretty long for the airlines to only offer a simple sandwich on business class. The entertainment is similar to that on other Skyteam members. Ultimately the airline lost my bag and didn’t deliver it to me until the next day after a lengthy lost baggage report.

Good, the flight from Miami to Mexico City was better than Mexico City to Miami

Aeroméxico cancelled my ticket without advice AND It make a last minute mess in my intinerary, no solving my situation, bad advice and bad customer service

Flight was on time, good service, but there was no free WiFi, even for first class passengers

It was good in general. The Crew during the flight were very nice at all times.

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