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Cheapest round-trip
$273
Typical prices: $191-$251
Avianca
Thu 8/20Mon 8/24
SJO - GUA • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$273
Typical prices: $191-$249
Avianca
Sat 8/1Sun 8/9
SJO - GUA • Non-stop
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Avianca LifeMiles supports card-point transfers, while Volaris V.Club unlocks deals.
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You can fly direct with Avianca and Copa Airlines. Average duration is 1h 34m
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Cheap Flights from San José to Guatemala City (SJO-GUA)

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

Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
Avianca Logo
4:35 pm - 6:10 pm
SJO
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GUA
1h 35mnonstop
Avianca Logo
9:45 pm - 11:15 pm
GUA
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SJO
1h 30mnonstop
$273Avianca
Thu, Aug 13 - Thu, Aug 20
Avianca Logo
4:35 pm - 6:10 pm
SJO
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GUA
1h 35mnonstop
Avianca Logo
9:45 pm - 11:15 pm
GUA
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SJO
1h 30mnonstop
$274Avianca
Sat, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 11
Avianca Logo
5:25 pm - 7:00 pm
SJO
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GUA
1h 35mnonstop
Avianca Logo
7:00 am - 8:30 am
GUA
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SJO
1h 30mnonstop
$282Avianca
Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 24
Avianca Logo
9:35 am - 5:50 pm
SJO
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GUA
8h 15m
1 stop
Avianca Logo
9:45 pm - 11:15 pm
GUA
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SJO
1h 30mnonstop
$283Avianca
Fri, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 10
Avianca Logo
4:35 pm - 6:10 pm
SJO
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GUA
1h 35mnonstop
Avianca Logo
9:45 pm - 11:15 pm
GUA
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SJO
1h 30mnonstop
$285Avianca
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18
Avianca Logo
5:45 am - 7:15 am
SJO
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GUA
1h 30mnonstop
Avianca Logo
7:00 am - 8:30 am
GUA
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SJO
1h 30mnonstop
$286Avianca
Tue, Aug 11 - Thu, Aug 20
Avianca Logo
5:45 am - 7:15 am
SJO
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GUA
1h 30mnonstop
Avianca Logo
9:45 pm - 11:15 pm
GUA
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SJO
1h 30mnonstop
$287Avianca
Wed, Oct 21 - Sun, Oct 25
Avianca Logo
4:35 pm - 6:10 pm
SJO
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GUA
1h 35mnonstop
Avianca Logo
9:45 pm - 11:15 pm
GUA
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SJO
1h 30mnonstop
$288Avianca
Sat, Aug 1 - Fri, Aug 7
Avianca Logo
4:35 pm - 6:10 pm
SJO
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GUA
1h 35mnonstop
Avianca Logo
7:00 am - 8:30 am
GUA
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SJO
1h 30mnonstop
$289Avianca
Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24
Avianca Logo
4:35 pm - 6:10 pm
SJO
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GUA
1h 35mnonstop
Avianca Logo
9:45 pm - 11:15 pm
GUA
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SJO
1h 30mnonstop
$290Avianca
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San José to Guatemala City flights

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

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

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

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

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from San José to Guatemala City, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Guatemala City, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San José to Guatemala City, 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 San José to Guatemala City is February, where tickets cost $164 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $273 and $269 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San José to Guatemala City, 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 San José to Guatemala City, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 10% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from San José to Guatemala City

 
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Mark Chesnut

Mark Chesnut

Expert on Avianca and 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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Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Volaris Costa Rica and GUA

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Copa Airlines

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$158
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 29% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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When to book flights from San José to Guatemala City

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

  • Are there nursing lounges at GUA?

    Nursing mothers flying into GUA with infants will find private rooms designed for breastfeeding and pumping milk. The rooms are safe and are fully equipped with a sink, soft lighting, a baby changing table, a high chair for the baby, and a rocker. The rooms are free for passengers who would like to use them.

  • Where can I spend the night at GUA?

    As GUA airport is not open 24 hours, it does not permit overnight sleeping. Therefore, if you are arriving late at the airport, you can make reservations at the nearby hotels to avoid the late-night fuss.

  • How is parking at SJO?

    Juan Santamaria International Airport offers different parking spaces to passengers who wish to leave their cars at the airport. They can park their cars at the basement parking lot at terminal 2. Other parking options include daily parking, where you can park your car for a couple of hours. This also goes for the shuttle drivers looking forward to picking up passengers or dropping them off.

  • What can I do at SJO as I wait to board my flight?

    You can partake in many activities while you wait to board your flight. First, you can start by grabbing something to eat at the restaurant or cafe right at the arrival and departure halls. Then you can head over to terminal B, where you can engage in games and enjoy the locals dancing and showing their talents.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San José to Guatemala City?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from San José to Guatemala City was $158 for a one-way ticket and $273 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

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

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

    Alaska Airlines, GOL, Delta, Iberia, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San José to Guatemala City flight route.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San José to Guatemala City?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San José and Guatemala City.

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

    There are nonstop flights from San José to Guatemala City on a daily basis.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San José to Guatemala City are Volaris Costa Rica and Copa Airlines. With an average price for the route of $188 and an overall rating of 7.9, Volaris Costa Rica is the most popular choice. Copa Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $245 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San José to Guatemala City?

    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 San José to Guatemala City.

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

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

    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 Guatemala City with an airline and back to San José with another airline. Booking your flights between San José and GUA 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 San José to Guatemala City?

    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 Guatemala City from San José 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 San José to Guatemala City

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $163 or less one-way and $273 or less round-trip.
  • When flying out from San Jose, you will probably leave the city through Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), which is situated approximately 30 miles away from San Jose. The airport is the home of Avianca, Copa Airlines, and Volaris.
  • When traveling from SJO to Guatemala City, you will land at Guatemala City La Aurora Airport (GUA). GUA is located 10 miles from the city center. The cheapest way to get from the airport to the city center is through bus line 705. The bus will take approximately 30min. However, you can also use car rentals or taxis, the quickest means of transportation. It will take 15min to cover that distance.
  • Passengers flying through the airport can utilize the VIP Santamaria lounge services at an extra fee. The lounges offer play areas for kids, food, drinks, video games, and snacks. The lounge is located at terminal 3 opposite the luggage claim area.
  • If upon arriving at GUA you are looking for specific information, head to the information office. The information office is located at the arrival and departure hall, opposite the luggage claim area. You can get the information in any of the offices. You can also ask the staff members to help you with whatever information you need.
  • If you are flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Guatemala City La Aurora International Airport, you should look into what onboard services the airlines offer to the passengers. This is a short flight, so with the inflight services, you can only have access to snacks and drinks. Hence you should confirm with the airline before booking.

Prefer to fly direct from San José to Guatemala City?

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

Direct departures

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guatemala City La Aurora

Monday

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Tuesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Direct returns

Guatemala City La Aurora to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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Wednesday

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