Which airports can I use when flying from Monterey to San José?

Flights from Monterey to San José usually depart from Monterey Regional (MRY) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Monterey to San José?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Monterey to San José.

Which airports do connecting flights from Monterey to San José pass through?

Most connecting flights from Monterey to San José pass through San Francisco (SFO), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Monterey to San José?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Monterey to San José. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $720 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $877, a difference of $157. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in San José?

Some of the most popular sights in San José are Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and Museo de Oro. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Monterey to San José?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Monterey to San José changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $849 to $5,931. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Monterey to San José looking right now?

One-way fares from Monterey to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $475, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Monterey and San José?

San José is 2 hours ahead of Monterey (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?

San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include: • Priceless • Avis • Budget • Alamo • Payless

How much should I expect to pay for a Monterey to San José flight?

Round-trip flights from Monterey to San José range from $720 to $877, with an average of $853 over the past 12 months. Anything below $720 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Monterey to San José typically range from $720 to $877. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $849, on United Airlines.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Monterey to San José?

United Airlines ($849) and Avianca ($4,106) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Monterey to San José according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Monterey to San José?

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $798. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Monterey to San José which airport offers the shortest layover?

San Francisco (SFO) had the shortest average connection time for Monterey to San José layovers at 7h 04m over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: $720-$877

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Typical prices: $272-$407

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Sun, Feb 7 - Wed, Feb 10

8:48 pm - 8:32 amMRY Monterey Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 44m1 stop San Francisco

9:40 am - 5:32 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MRY Monterey Regional

9h 52m1 stop San Francisco

$849United Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Fri, Jan 29

3:30 pm - 8:32 amMRY Monterey Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 02m1 stop San Francisco

9:40 am - 9:43 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MRY Monterey Regional

14h 03m1 stop San Francisco

$849United Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28

3:30 pm - 8:32 amMRY Monterey Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

15h 02m1 stop San Francisco

1:15 am - 1:01 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MRY Monterey Regional

13h 46m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

$853United Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28

7:00 am - 8:39 pmMRY Monterey Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 39m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:15 am - 5:58 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MRY Monterey Regional

18h 43m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles

$853United Airlines

Mon, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 28

2:06 pm - 1:22 pmMRY Monterey Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

21h 16m3 stops Los Angeles Denver Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:15 am - 1:01 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MRY Monterey Regional

13h 46m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Denver Intl

$853United Airlines

Sun, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 9

8:48 pm - 12:15 pmMRY Monterey Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 27m2 stops San Francisco Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:15 am - 5:58 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MRY Monterey Regional

18h 43m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Los Angeles

$853United Airlines

Sun, Feb 7 - Wed, Feb 10

8:48 pm - 6:16 pmMRY Monterey Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 28m2 stops San Francisco Houston George Bush Intcntl

9:40 am - 5:32 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MRY Monterey Regional

9h 52m1 stop San Francisco

$853United Airlines

Tue, Dec 29 - Tue, Jan 5

7:00 am - 11:15 pmMRY Monterey Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Guatemala City La Aurora

5:35 am - 5:58 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MRY Monterey Regional

14h 23m2 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles

$4,106Avianca

Sun, Dec 20 - Fri, Dec 25

7:00 am - 11:15 pmMRY Monterey Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Guatemala City La Aurora

5:35 am - 5:44 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MRY Monterey Regional

14h 09m2 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles

$4,106Avianca

Sat, Dec 19 - Fri, Dec 25

7:00 am - 11:15 pmMRY Monterey Regional-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 15m2 stops Los Angeles Guatemala City La Aurora

5:35 am - 5:44 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-MRY Monterey Regional

14h 09m2 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles

$4,527Avianca

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How much is a round-trip flight from Monterey 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 Monterey to San José departing in february.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Monterey to San José?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Monterey to San José.
Do I need a passport to fly from Monterey to San José?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Monterey to San José flight?
Round-trip flights from Monterey to San José range from $720 to $877, with an average of $853 over the past 12 months. Anything below $720 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Monterey to San José changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $849 to $5,931. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Monterey to San José looking right now?
One-way fares from Monterey to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $475, which is 16% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?
San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $30 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Priceless
• Avis
• Budget
• Alamo
• Payless
Which airports can I use when flying from Monterey to San José?
Flights from Monterey to San José usually depart from Monterey Regional (MRY) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
Which airports do connecting flights from Monterey to San José pass through?
Most connecting flights from Monterey to San José pass through San Francisco (SFO), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Monterey to San José?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from Monterey to San José. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $720 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $877, a difference of $157.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Monterey and San José?
San José is 2 hours ahead of Monterey (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in San José?
Some of the most popular sights in San José are Parque Metropolitano La Sabana, Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica and Museo de Oro. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $720, about $157 less than Sunday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Monterey to San José trip for November. Fares historically average $709 round-trip in that month - typically $2,324 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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