SJO - MDE

$127 Find Cheap Flights from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$165
Overall average: $215
Wingo
Thu 5/21Mon 5/25
SJO - MDE • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$121
Typical prices: $111-$146
Wingo
Mon 2/16
SJO - MDE • Non-stop
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Wingo
Cheapest • from $165 (round-trip)
Copa Airlines
Best reviews • 7.5 score
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When to book
5 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 9% compared to booking last minute.
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June
Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Cheap Flights from San José to Medellín (SJO-MDE)

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

Thu, May 21 - Mon, May 25
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7:08 am - 10:14 am
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MDE
2h 06mnonstop
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6:27 pm - 7:28 pm
MDE
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SJO
2h 01mnonstop
$165Wingo
Mon, Apr 6 - Thu, Apr 9
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8:13 pm - 11:19 pm
SJO
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MDE
2h 06mnonstop
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5:22 am - 6:23 am
MDE
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SJO
2h 01mnonstop
$166Wingo
Thu, May 28 - Sun, May 31
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7:08 am - 10:14 am
SJO
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MDE
2h 06mnonstop
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5:22 am - 6:23 am
MDE
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SJO
2h 01mnonstop
$170Wingo
Sun, Apr 5 - Thu, Apr 9
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7:08 am - 10:14 am
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MDE
2h 06mnonstop
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5:22 am - 6:23 am
MDE
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SJO
2h 01mnonstop
$172Wingo
Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, May 4
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8:13 pm - 11:19 pm
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MDE
2h 06mnonstop
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6:27 pm - 7:28 pm
MDE
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SJO
2h 01mnonstop
$173Wingo
Sun, Apr 19 - Sun, Apr 26
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7:08 am - 10:14 am
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2h 06mnonstop
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5:22 am - 6:23 am
MDE
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SJO
2h 01mnonstop
$175Wingo
Thu, May 28 - Mon, Jun 1
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7:08 am - 10:14 am
SJO
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MDE
2h 06mnonstop
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6:27 pm - 7:28 pm
MDE
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SJO
2h 01mnonstop
$176Wingo
Sun, Apr 19 - Thu, Apr 30
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7:08 am - 10:14 am
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MDE
2h 06mnonstop
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5:22 am - 6:23 am
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2h 01mnonstop
$179Wingo
Sun, Feb 22 - Tue, Feb 24
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7:08 am - 10:14 am
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MDE
2h 06mnonstop
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6:07 am - 7:08 am
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SJO
2h 01mnonstop
$181Wingo
Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18
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7:08 am - 10:14 am
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2h 06mnonstop
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6:27 pm - 7:28 pm
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2h 01mnonstop
$182Wingo
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for San José to Medellín flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San José to Medellín 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 San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl on a Thursday and more expensive on a Friday. On your return trip to San José, you should consider flying back on a Saturday, and avoid Wednesdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, 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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport is June, where tickets cost $199 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $270 and $262 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport?

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 $216 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport?

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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, 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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$121
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

When to book flights from San José to Medellín

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Medellín based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl flights

  • Do I need a visa to travel from San José to Medellín?

    If you are a U.S. citizen, you do not need a visa to visit Medellin for business or tourist purposes. You can stay visa-free for 90 days for a cumulative 180 days per year. However, you may be asked to provide evidence of return or onward travel, typically in the form of a round-trip plane ticket.

  • Which cities can I visit from Medellin Airport (MDE)?

    From MDE, you can visit/drive to various cities and destinations. You can drive to downtown Medellín, the main city where the airport is located. You may also drive to Rionegro, Guatapé, Santa Fe de Antioquia, Jardín, or Manizales.

  • Which airlines have special assistance services for disabled passengers?

    Avianca, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines offer special assistance services for disabled passengers traveling from San José to Medellín. These services typically include wheelchair assistance, priority boarding, and trained staff to ensure a comfortable journey for passengers with disabilities. Request specific services while booking the flight to allow time for the necessary arrangements.

  • Which airlines have lounges along the San José to Medellín flight route?

    Avianca Airlines has a lounge in Medellín's José María Córdova International Airport. Also, Delta has a Delta Sky Club in the same airport. These lounges offer amenities such as comfortable seating, complimentary snacks, and beverages to ensure a comfortable environment after the flight.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport was $121 for a one-way ticket and $165 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San José and Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in San José and on arrival in Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl?

    San José and Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San José from San José Juan Santamaria Intl and will be arriving at Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl?

    Iberia, American Airlines, and Air France offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San José and Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl?

    There are nonstop flights from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San José to Medellín, Copa Airlines or Wingo?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San José to Medellín are Copa Airlines and Wingo. With an average price for the route of $240 and an overall rating of 7.5, Copa Airlines is the most popular choice. Wingo is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $180 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl?

    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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl 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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl?

    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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl with an airline and back to San José with another airline. Booking your flights between San José and MDE 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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl?

    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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl 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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $160 or less one-way and $199 or less round-trip.
  • Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is a hub for the national carrier, Copa Airlines. This signifies convenient connections to Medellín. With the extensive network of numerous flights from SJO, visiting Medellin from SJO airport guarantees seamless flight scheduling.
  • When flying with Avianca Airlines from San José to Medellín, you are allowed to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item. It is important to note that the total weight of the carry-on hand luggage should not exceed 22 lbs, and its external dimensions, that is Length, Width, and height, should not go beyond 45 inches.
  • Copa Airlines only allows small dogs and cats to be brought as pets in the cabin. When bringing a pet, note that the pet and its container will be counted as carry-on baggage, with up to 10 lbs weight allowance. Be sure to check in the pet at least 48 hours before the flight departure or at the time of purchasing the ticket.
  • When flying with family from San José to Medellín, United Airways stands out. They offer comfortable seating arrangements for children, in-flight entertainment options suitable for all ages, and a dedicated team of friendly staff who meet the needs of families. You can also book special meals for kids or request assistance during the flight to enjoy a positive travel experience.
  • If you want to enjoy a layover, Copa Airlines has a layover at Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY). Avianca has a layover at Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) while United Airlines may stop at Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) or Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY). If you prefer a stop-over at San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) consider Avianca or LATAM Airlines.

Prefer to fly direct from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl?

 
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 Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Monday

Avianca, Wingo

Avianca, Wingo

Tuesday

Avianca

Avianca

Wednesday

Avianca

Avianca

Thursday

Avianca, Wingo

Avianca, Wingo

Friday

Avianca

Avianca

Saturday

Avianca

Avianca

Sunday

Avianca, Wingo

Avianca, Wingo

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Direct returns

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Monday

Avianca, Wingo

Avianca, Wingo

Tuesday

Avianca

Avianca

Wednesday

Avianca

Avianca

Thursday

Avianca, Wingo

Avianca, Wingo

Friday

Avianca

Avianca

Saturday

Avianca

Avianca

Sunday

Avianca, Wingo

Avianca, Wingo

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from San José to Medellín

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San José to Medellín. 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 San José to Medellín? 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.
7.5
Copa AirlinesOverall score based on 1556 reviews
6.8Food
7.8Boarding
6.8Entertainment
7.4Comfort
8.1Crew
Airline reviews

A lot things happened in this trip.The fly should be less stress.

6.0 GoodIrma, Jan 2026
PTY - MIA
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A lot things happened in this trip.The fly should be less stress.

Some of the Air hostesses are not that friendly. Need improvement

Simply as follows:- First, there was no vegetarian option for the meal Second, only 2 washrooms for the entire economy class.

They were super friendly bumped me up to exit row free of charge, All flight legs were on time

As always, Copa Airlines is great to fly on. The flights are always on time, the staff are pleasant and helpful and it's always a wonderful flying experience.

Cops Airlines is fantastic! The level of care and professionalism provided by the entire crew was top rate.

Very happy with my flight. I would definitely recommend it.

Seats not reclining, no vegetarian food option, no snacks. 7.5 hr flight should have been more comfortable. Luggage limits are unusually small. Will never fly Copa again and will tell friends and family to avoid this airline.

We paid extra with copa for seats near one another The plane was changed and we lost our seats We were all Separated. We have not received a refund for our seats despite emailing and calling.

We had a five hour layover in the way home from Colombia. I read the "bout your flight" email carefully before we checked bags. We had to go through security right at the gate. Almost lost our ground coffee because that airport only allows 16 ounce of coffee and we had 18. I've been to 48 countries and never heard of a coffee restriction. I can't follow a rule I don't know about. I requested they bring our coffee to our checked luggage. Instead tey gate checked our bag for free. Back to planning transfers in Dallas I guess

Delay at the airport was not clearly communicated. No announcements were made and since we are foreigners it was very hard to know what was happening at the Wingo gate.

That they were on tike but, They charge again for baggage while we already paid when we buy our tickets

Perfect for a very low cost flight. In time, safety perfect, and of course no service, just what you effectivement !

Delayed three hours and they knew it but didn’t say anything upon checking in

Cumple con su función, transportar, no incluye comida a menos que se pague un valor adicional y así mismo con los asientos y demás, brindan precios económicos pero tratan de compensarlo cobrando por todo lo demás, si desean un viaje económico y que no dure más de 3 horas el vuelo, recomendando

i was seated apart from my girlfriend even though I bought the tickets at the same time and the flight was half full. what are some of these airlines thinking when they assign seats?

Wingo changed departure time 3 times and kept us moving from one gate to a different one. A 1 one flight took me more than 8 hours. Don't fly wit Wingo, the worst experience ever

Nothing the vendor services and overall process was not an experience I would ever want to revisit again .

Pros: "Crew was great and friendly- good meals on long flights- best airline!"
Cons: "everything was great"

Horrible experience with Avianca, they delayed their flight and when we arrived to NYC, AVIANCA took 1 hr y 30 mins to park the airplane and all passenger get off the plane, it made me lost all my trains to get back home and I came back to my place at 3 am instead of 12 am. On the top of that their plane seat are so uncomfortable and is not enough space and killed my legs and knees, Avianca used to be good when it was a Colombian company, now after Brasilian company bought them, their service quality is bad and their flights are delayed and oversold.

It was delayed and I lost my connection flight to Cali and I missed my Mom's funeral and avianca lost my check in luggage

It was delayed and I lost my connection flight to Cali and I missed my Mom's funeral

I actually upgraded to the medium level of seats from basic and even doing that it may have been physically the most uncomfortable flight I have ever had. They packed everyone like is a train to death camp. It was a red eye so I hoped to get some sleep but it was physically impossible to find a comfortable way to rest. I met other folks on the same flight and they said the same thing. It was an utterly miserable flight and if I have any other options I will never fly with them again

only a bag of chips and a bottle of water in business class was served

Avianca has transitioned from full service legacy airline to "low cost" but has now became a strange hybrid (minimum leg space, started offering business class in domestic flights again, charges passenger for printing boarding pass, etc.). National and international coverage and destinations are really wide but service is not at its best

We found the chairs to be really uncomfortable. It’s also really unacceptable that no form of food or drink is included in a 6+ hour flight

Not good, tried to purchase a first class upgrade and they couldn’t get it done. Was super uncomfortable the whole time.

Deplaning was a mess, I sat in business (seats are horrible) and the front door had a problem so we had to deplane from the rear exit. The stairs were not tall enough to reach so there was a large step down from the plane to the top of the stairs.

Pros: we leave and arrive on time Cons: the most uncomfortable seats ever. You cant recline at all your seats. No entertainment No TVs flight attendants didn't provide even a glass of water. You have to go to back of the airplane and ask for one. I am Colombian and I remember seeing the flight attendants very neat, elegants which is or was a staple of Avianca.it was one with tennis shoes, no male up, the hair was messy... that was really odd.

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