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Cheap Flight Deals from La Aurora to Juan Santamaria Intl (GUA-SJO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from La Aurora to Juan Santamaria Intl 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.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Guatemala City to San José

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Guatemala City to San José.
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5:41 am - 7:15 amGUA-SJO
1h 34mnonstop
2:42 pm - 4:16 pmSJO-GUA
1h 34mnonstop
$184Volaris Costa Rica
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Thu, Feb 13 - Sun, Feb 16
5:41 am - 7:15 amGUA-SJO
1h 34mnonstop
2:42 pm - 4:16 pmSJO-GUA
1h 34mnonstop
$185Volaris Costa Rica
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Thu, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 9
10:31 pm - 12:03 amGUA-SJO
1h 32mnonstop
2:39 pm - 4:13 pmSJO-GUA
1h 34mnonstop
$188Volaris Costa Rica
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Fri, Mar 14 - Sun, Mar 16
5:41 am - 7:15 amGUA-SJO
1h 34mnonstop
11:15 am - 7:39 amSJO-GUA
20h 24m1 stop
Thu, Feb 6 - Sun, Feb 9
5:41 am - 7:13 amGUA-SJO
1h 32mnonstop
5:30 am - 7:04 amSJO-GUA
1h 34mnonstop
$190Volaris Costa Rica
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Thu, May 1 - Sun, May 4
5:41 am - 7:15 amGUA-SJO
1h 34mnonstop
11:15 am - 7:39 amSJO-GUA
20h 24m1 stop
Thu, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 2
9:25 pm - 10:55 pmGUA-SJO
1h 30mnonstop
6:10 am - 7:40 amSJO-GUA
1h 30mnonstop
$196Avianca
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Wed, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 9
3:45 pm - 6:55 pmGUA-SJO
3h 10m1 stop
6:10 am - 7:40 amSJO-GUA
1h 30mnonstop
$198Avianca
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Fri, Feb 14 - Sun, Feb 16
5:39 am - 7:21 amGUA-SJO
1h 42mnonstop
4:09 am - 8:52 amSJO-GUA
4h 43m1 stop
$208Copa Airlines
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Wed, Feb 12 - Wed, Feb 19
5:39 am - 7:21 amGUA-SJO
1h 42mnonstop
7:52 pm - 9:37 pmSJO-GUA
1h 45mnonstop
$218Copa Airlines
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Fri, Jan 31 - Wed, Feb 5

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 round-trip flights from Guatemala City 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 Sunday. On your return trip to Guatemala City, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Guatemala City 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 Guatemala City to San José is August, where tickets cost $155 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $198 and $181 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Guatemala City 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.
No, with an average price for the route of $244, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Guatemala City 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 Guatemala City 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 Guatemala City to San José, you should book around 11 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

April

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$98
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 1% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
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 round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips 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?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Guatemala City to San José was $98 for a one-way ticket and $184 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes

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

    Iberia, American Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines 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 nonstop flights from Guatemala City to San José on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Guatemala City to San José, Volaris Costa Rica or Copa Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Guatemala City to San José are Volaris Costa Rica and Copa Airlines. With an average price for the route of $176 and an overall rating of 7.8, Volaris Costa Rica is the most popular choice. Copa Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $196 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • 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 round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San José with an airline and back to Guatemala City with another airline. Booking your flights between Guatemala City 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 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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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Guatemala City to San José

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $120 or less one-way and $211 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 Guatemala City La Aurora Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Guatemala City La Aurora to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Monday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +3 more

Air Canada, Air France, +4 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 Canada, Air France, Avianca, +3 more

Air Canada, Air France, +4 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +3 more

Air Canada, Air France, +4 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air France, Avianca, +3 more

Air Canada, Air France, +4 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, Avianca, Copa Airlines, +4 more

Air Canada, Avianca, +5 more

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Top 4 airlines serving 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.
7.8
Volaris Costa RicaOverall score based on 80 reviews
5.2Entertainment
5.8Food
7.5Comfort
8.2Crew
7.8Boarding
Airline reviews

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

10.0 ExcellentHugo, Sep 2023JFK - SAL
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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.

For whatever reason, when I was in the San Jose airport, the flight from Volaris read as canceled on the Departures screens you'd find all over the terminal, it wasn't until I got to the gate that it showed it as on time and still on. It was confusing, but ultimately I did get to where I needed to go with the flight I was expecting.

Seats are getting smaller and smaller...and as hard as a rock , mediocre entertainment

Very good flight and crew Food was a surprise on a short flight

The plane doesn’t have screens but you can use your decide for entertainment. Pack a snack too since they don’t offer any, and the meal is pretty small and you will get hungry

Biggest issue was that they only had two restrooms in the back of the aircraft. Too many people for only two restrooms. The trash was overflowing and there was paper on the floor too. Long lines in the isle to use it. Food was also a bit meh. They don’t offer snacks with drinks, so you might want to buy a snack to hold you off on a longer trip, since the meals are very small.

Good trip, excellent attention. I like Copa Airlines, the best. 👍🏻

I would like a glass of wine or some kind of alcoholic drink.

Boarding groups were called up in Spanish only. Luckily I know some of the language. They gave out grilled cheese sandwiches and a cup of fruit. I was very disappointed. I could only eat the cup of fruit because the only other option was vanilla pudding. The entertainment system and seating were great though.

it was great! Boarded on-time, reasonable leg room, pleasant staff, decent food. The only thing is we were directed to Terminal 2 when the gate was actually in Terminal 1. Smooth ride. Landed early. Got off plane easily and quickly.

Very long delay but we just made the connection. The requested wheel chairs were not there so I had to assist/carry BOTH of my parents to the gate while carrying their bags so we could make the connection. The plane had no entertainment system and NO WIFI, legroom zero. Restrooms on ALL of flights were dirty and one restroom did not even work properly. I was surprised to see COPA like this since my flight with them in 2013 was incredible, the seats were amazing and the food options were spectacular. Of course, I see this kind of service on many airlines now, with services and hospitality at an all time low. The worse part of the trip was seeing my 90 year old parents go through hell on these flights and having to try and rush to a gate to make the next flight. Never again

Crew were all excellent. Wheel chair access for my parents was very good, although it took some time. Plane was ok but entertainment system did not work. NO WIFI on plane so could not get other things done while flying or listen to my Apple Music on my iPhone.

So so, you feel like you have to pay for everything each time

They charged me $120 to check one bag and then charged me another $120 for a carryon. Ridiculous!

Worst airline , charge for everything even for water, seat space is very bad

Horrible. I have been trying to speak to a representative to know why I was over charged but I get redirected to AI Vianca everytime with no results. Is there an agency that oversees airline gouging? I will never fly or recommend Avianca to anyone not that you care.

Same experience, very poor food, drinks or entertainment while flying. There are some products offered to buy but only using debit or credit cards . No friendly for seniors or people without cards.

Charging for WATER on a SIX hour flight in repugnant. Enough said!

Poor In food , poor in entertainment , passengers don’t get for free not even water

The airline doesn’t provide nothing To their customers. No water , no food , no any drinks, no any kind of entertainment for free or at least paid with money cash currency . They sell some basic goods only credit card . Shame for an old international long distance trip. Never again .

$120 for a carry on bag !!!!!! Insane. Back-breaking seats. Do not recline. Food service is a disgrace. They give only water and a salty snack. Everything else has a price.

Our flight from BOS - BOG was delayed 10 hours because they were waiting for a Flight attendant to fly from Miami. They lied and said they would give us food and hotel. That was a straight Lie! It never came! We were in the airport for 13 hours with Two babies. We were on the plane 7 more Hours. When we asked to get diapers from our checked luggage, Jorge in Boston told my wife she should have planned better. Meanwhile, the 10 Avianca Employees Sat there and did nothing for 13 hours. Yes, we planned for 10 hours with the wait and the flight, not 20 hours JORGE! If this was an American company we would have got a refund! But they are not up to American standards. The kicker is they apparently needed the 3rd stewardess to serve the food. Guess what? It was 4AM when they tried to serve the FOOD! Everybody was asleep by then! Ridiculous! Never Again!

Better communication about delayed flight. I am thankful for a small credit for late flight.

They don’t give anything for free you have to pay for everything which it’s expected but at least give out water and a snack as a courtesy for flying with them.

The worst. Kayak sent notification at 2am and 10am regarding the delay. Then sends a notification an hour before original depart time that it will depart on time. I had to wait 8 hours at the airport. My family had to pay for lodging in Guadalajara where I was landing for pick up.

They were only able to give me a seat and not my travel companion, she had to fly on a different airline. unacceptable

My experience was good. But it seems that every time I go on Volaris the plane is always full, not sure if because the price is cheaper. And the flight attendants kept hitting my shoulder every time they walked by the aisle with their food cart. I’m 6’4” so I barely fit in the seat next to the aisle. Plus the seat was defective. I had a hard time raising the lever where I rest my left arm. I tried calling the flight attendant 3 times if she could assist me but she was too busy talking in the back with her fellow flight attendants. Finally after 20 mins she looked my way and she too struggled to fix the problem but she finally raised it so I could get out of my seat.

I never got an email for checking in for my flight back to Los Angeles so I got to airport extra early to sort it. they changed the gate, and so I had to run to the other end of the airport. Their app is wonky. They are not on WhatsApp and I didn’t have cell service to call for help. I think they need to up their game with communicating.

The app doesn’t work. I am having a lot of trouble checking in for flight tomorrow. Very disconcerting. Then they es t to charge extra for checking in at the airport;(

When booking I was not made aware that my flight would be standby. I was told when checking my bags that I purchased standby tickets. Luckily there was enough room but an unpleasant experience to say the least.

Overall good flight. The flight attendants were annoying and unfriendly. They would ask me to grab someone else’s trash can just waiting until the person woke up or after the flight is done. It’s not my job to pick up someone else’s trash. Especially when it’s not easily reachable.

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.

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