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Cheapest round-trip
$523
Typical prices: $471-$727
Air Transat
Tue 10/30Tue 11/27
SJO - YUL • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$253
Typical prices: $223-$432
American Airlines
Fri 11/2
SJO - YUL • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Air Canada and Air Transat. Average duration is 5h 42m
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 3% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 29% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $510 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 13m (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, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 27
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12:15 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
$523Air Transat
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Dec 5
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5:45 am - 12:30 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
16h 45m2 stops Liberia Toronto Pearson Intl
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2:15 pm - 11:50 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 35m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$524Multiple Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 27
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11:25 am - 12:30 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
11h 05m2 stops Liberia Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:55 pm - 11:55 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 00mnonstop
$537Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Nov 10
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3:01 pm - 11:44 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
18h 43m2 stops Miami Chicago O'Hare Intl
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7:05 am - 1:07 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
31h 02m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$547American Airlines
Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 29
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1:10 am - 12:35 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
22h 25mnonstop
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6:55 pm - 11:55 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 00mnonstop
$561Air Transat
Sat, Jan 23 - Fri, Jan 29
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1:10 am - 7:15 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
17h 05m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:55 pm - 11:55 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 00mnonstop
$561Air Transat
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 30
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8:20 am - 3:55 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
5h 35mnonstop
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1:10 pm - 10:30 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 20m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$597Air Canada
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 25
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7:10 am - 10:15 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
13h 05m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Ottawa
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6:40 pm - 10:50 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 10mnonstop
$598Air Canada
Mon, Oct 19 - Tue, Nov 10
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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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10:10 pm - 4:20 pmYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 10m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$629Avianca
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 26
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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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11:10 pm - 8:50 amYUL  Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 40m1 stop Bogotá El Dorado
$629Avianca
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport start at $523. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $471 to $727. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $523 on Air Transat.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 11% 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 Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport at $409 round-trip.
•August ($692) and July ($681) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 3% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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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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John Walton

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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.

Mark Chesnut

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

March

Cheapest flight

$253
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 14% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 29% lower on average.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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.

  • What airlines are available 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

  • 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).

  • 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
    • Copa Airlines: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • 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 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 $510 round-trip via Bogotá El Dorado (BOG), compared to $575 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 A330-200 variants.

  • 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) - 37% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY) - 15% of one-stop connections

    Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 15% on the San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $546 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $640, a difference of $94. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 1 hour 49 minutes.

  • 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, Vieux-Port de Montréal and Palais des congres de Montreal. These are among the most viewed places in Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • 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 12:15 am and lands at 5:57 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:25 pm and lands at 5:07 am.

    The flight takes about 5h 42m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 7% below the route average of $576. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • 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 42m, 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.

  • 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 $523 to $1,749. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 $337, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • 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 13m, compared with 9h 41m via San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) and 9h 50m via Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY).

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

    Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport is 2 hours ahead of San José (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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 starting from around $12 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Routes Car & Truck Rentals
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Avis

  • 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 $471 to $727, with an average of $576 over the past 12 months. Anything below $471 counts as a good deal.

  • 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.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $546 - about $94 less than Saturday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 3% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport trip for November. Fares historically average $409 round-trip in that month - typically $283 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Air Canada is the strongest pick on this route. 94% of Air Canada flights from San José to Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 92%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 49 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • 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 $510 round-trip on this route - about $65 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.
    - Aloft Montreal Airport
    - Novotel Montréal Aéroport
    - Sheraton Montreal Airport Hotel

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 Canada

Wednesday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Thursday

Air Canada

Air Canada

Friday

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 Canada

Air Canada

Friday

Air Canada,Air Transat

Air Canada,Air Transat

Sunday

Air Canada

Air Canada

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