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Cheapest round-trip
$1,335
Typical prices: $1,220-$1,856
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Sat 11/10Sun 11/25
SJO - CAN • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$871
Typical prices: $810-$1,211
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Mon 10/15
SJO - CAN • 3 stops
When to book
17 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 17 weeks in advance save around 41% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 23% price drop
March
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Cheap Flights from San José to Guangzhou (SJO-CAN)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Guangzhou

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 25
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1:46 am - 11:35 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
43h 49m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
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9:00 am - 11:51 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
28h 51m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles
$1,335Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 25
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1:46 am - 11:35 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
43h 49m2 stops Los Angeles Shanghai Pu Dong
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9:00 am - 11:51 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
28h 51m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Los Angeles
$1,366Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 9
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5:25 pm - 11:55 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
52h 30m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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11:25 am - 8:35 amCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 10m3 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Guatemala City La Aurora
$1,375Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:45 pm - 4:35 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
28h 50m2 stops Madrid Barajas Istanbul
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11:15 pm - 5:30 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 15m2 stops Istanbul Madrid Barajas
$1,448Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 28 - Sun, Jan 24
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5:35 am - 11:10 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
39h 35m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Los Angeles Incheon Intl
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1:15 am - 11:40 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
36h 25m3 stops Incheon Intl Los Angeles San Salvador El Salvador Intl
$1,518Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 24
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5:05 am - 2:20 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
55h 15m3 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Los Angeles Hong Kong Intl
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5:00 am - 11:15 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
32h 15m3 stops Hong Kong Intl Los Angeles Guatemala City La Aurora
$1,532Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:45 pm - 6:30 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
42h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas
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8:10 pm - 5:30 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
35h 20m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Madrid Barajas
$1,545Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Nov 9
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5:25 pm - 11:55 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
52h 30m3 stops Guatemala City La Aurora Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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11:25 am - 11:05 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
49h 40m2 stops Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl Los Angeles
$1,546Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Sun, Feb 28
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11:59 pm - 6:05 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
40h 06m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Istanbul
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7:35 am - 9:51 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
52h 16m2 stops Istanbul New York John F Kennedy Intl
$1,570Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 11
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8:07 am - 5:45 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun
31h 38m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Los Angeles
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9:35 pm - 1:51 pmCAN  Guangzhou Baiyun-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30h 16m2 stops Los Angeles Panama City Tocumen Intl
$1,631Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Guangzhou flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Guangzhou?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Guangzhou, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 14% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Guangzhou at $1,113 round-trip.
•June ($2,311) and July ($2,211) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 107% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San José to Guangzhou the cheapest?

Flights from San José to Guangzhou are cheapest 17 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 41% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for San José to Guangzhou flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$871
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 52% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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When to book flights from San José to Guangzhou

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Guangzhou based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San José to Guangzhou flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

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

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Guangzhou?

    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 San José to Guangzhou flight?

    Round-trip flights from San José to Guangzhou range from $1,220 to $1,856, with an average of $1,452 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,220 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San José to Guangzhou flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 25% above the route average of $1,452. Book 17 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from San José to Guangzhou 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 $1,335 to $12,479. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San José to Guangzhou are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $957, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from San José to Guangzhou usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN).

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

    Most connecting flights from San José to Guangzhou pass through Los Angeles (LAX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

    On the San José to Guangzhou route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 26%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $1,242 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $1,663: a $421 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What is the time difference between San José and Guangzhou?

    Guangzhou is 14 hours ahead of San José (China Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Guangzhou?

    Some of the most popular sights in Guangzhou are Canton Fair Complex, China Guangzhou Wholesale Market and Yuexiu Park. These are among the most viewed places in Guangzhou on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking San José to Guangzhou flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,242 - about $421 less than Tuesday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 17 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 41% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Guangzhou trip for September. Fares historically average $1,113 round-trip in that month - typically $1,198 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport.
    - Pullman Guangzhou Baiyun Airport
    - Novotel Guangzhou Baiyun Airport
    - Kaiserdom Hotel Baiyun Airport-24-hour Airport-Free shuttle bus

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