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Cheapest round-trip
$566
Typical prices: $508-$763
Air Transat, Porter Airlines
Tue 11/20Thu 12/6
SJO - YUL • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$901
Typical prices: $488-$754
Air Transat
Sun 12/23Sun 12/30
SJO - YUL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Air Canada and Air Transat. Average duration is 5h 38m
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Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $543 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 15m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Montreal (SJO-YUL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Montreal

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Dec 6
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1:15 am - 7:55 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
5h 40mnonstop
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10:35 am - 10:55 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$566Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 20 - Mon, Jan 25
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3:56 pm - 1:42 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
20h 46m2 stops Miami Charlotte Douglas
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4:00 pm - 12:30 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 30m2 stops Philadelphia Charlotte Douglas
$570American Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 27
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1:18 pm - 11:32 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
21h 14m2 stops Miami Chicago O'Hare Intl
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4:00 pm - 2:00 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 00m2 stops Philadelphia Dallas/Fort Worth
$570American Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 25
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1:50 am - 8:45 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
17h 55m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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10:10 pm - 4:20 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 10m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$625Avianca
Wed, Apr 28 - Sun, May 16
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1:50 am - 9:35 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
17h 45m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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11:00 pm - 3:25 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 25m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$645Avianca
Tue, Apr 6 - Tue, Apr 13
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9:25 am - 9:35 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
10h 10m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
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11:00 pm - 3:25 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 25m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$645Avianca
Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 29
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8:45 am - 6:42 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
20h 57m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Ottawa
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6:40 pm - 11:50 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 10mnonstop
$652Air Canada
Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 29
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8:45 am - 7:00 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
9h 15m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:40 pm - 11:50 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 10mnonstop
$652Air Canada
Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Nov 28
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1:10 am - 12:32 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
22h 22mnonstop
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6:45 am - 11:50 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$839Air Transat
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30
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1:15 am - 7:55 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
5h 40mnonstop
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6:55 pm - 11:55 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 00mnonstop
$901Air Transat
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 9% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport at $502 round-trip.
•July ($696) and August ($691) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport are cheapest in the last 2 weeks before departure, based on KAYAK prices tracked over the past 12 months. During this period, fares are 12% below average.

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Expert advice for your flight from San José to Montreal

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Air Canada

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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Brandon Schultz

Expert on YUL

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Mark Chesnut

Expert on 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.

Key details for San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$279
Beat the crowds with an average 40% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport

When to book flights from San José to Montreal

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Your San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:15 am and lands at 6:53 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:20 am and lands at 2:58 pm.

    The flight takes about 5h 38m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport takes 5h 38m, covering 2,526 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    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 Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport range from $508 to $763, with an average of $608 over the past 12 months. Anything below $508 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 13% below the route average of $608. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $543 round-trip via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG), compared to $614 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $25–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    The Airbus A350-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Iberia and Iberojet. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-300 variants.

  • Have flight prices from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport 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 $566 to $1,431. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights?

    Air Canada is the only airline on the San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $459, which is 49% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport (YUL)?

    Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport (YUL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $52 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl (YUL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport route, 8% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 54m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 17% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $565 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $668, a difference of $103.

    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 airlines fly from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between San José and Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Air Canada
    • Air Transat

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Flying via Miami (MIA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 15m, compared with 9h 40m via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and 10h 15m via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ).

  • What is the time difference between San José and Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of San José (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport are Centre Bell, Palais des congres de Montreal and Vieux-Port de Montréal. These are among the most viewed places in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights:

    • Air Canada: offers free seat selection
    • Air Transat: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Air Canada: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air Transat: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Azul: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $565, about $103 less than Saturday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you're flexible on your travel dates, booking last minute (within 2 weeks of departure) tends to be around 12% cheaper than the typical fare over the last 12 months, based on KAYAK data.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $502 round-trip in that month - typically $194 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Air Canada. Over the past three months, 95% of Air Canada flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 92%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 54m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Bogotá El Dorado Airport (BOG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $543 round-trip on this route - about $71 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport.

    • Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel
    • Aloft Montreal Airport
    • Novotel Montréal Aéroport

Prefer to fly direct from San José to Montreal?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

Monday

Air Canada,Air Transat

Air Canada,Air Transat

Wednesday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Thursday

Air Transat

Air Transat

Saturday

Air Canada,Air Transat

Air Canada,Air Transat

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Direct returns

Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tuesday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Wednesday

Air Transat

Air Transat

Friday

Air Canada,Air Transat

Air Canada,Air Transat

Sunday

Air Canada,Air Transat

Air Canada,Air Transat

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