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Cheapest round-trip
$278
Typical prices: $382-$564
Volaris
Sun 11/4Sun 11/25
SJC - ZCL • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$227
Typical prices: $150-$268
Volaris
Mon 3/26
SJC - ZCL • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Volaris. Average duration is 3h 27m
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Cheapest • 31% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $420 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 15h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Zacatecas (SJC-ZCL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to Zacatecas

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 25
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11:58 am - 5:25 pmSJC  San Jose-ZCL Zacatecas La Calera
3h 27mnonstop
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8:38 am - 10:28 amZCL  Zacatecas La Calera-SJC San Jose
3h 50mnonstop
$278Volaris
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 25
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11:58 am - 5:25 pmSJC  San Jose-ZCL Zacatecas La Calera
3h 27mnonstop
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8:38 am - 10:28 amZCL  Zacatecas La Calera-SJC San Jose
3h 50mnonstop
$278Volaris
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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11:58 am - 5:25 pmSJC  San Jose-ZCL Zacatecas La Calera
3h 27mnonstop
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8:38 am - 10:28 amZCL  Zacatecas La Calera-SJC San Jose
3h 50mnonstop
$288Volaris
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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11:58 am - 5:25 pmSJC  San Jose-ZCL Zacatecas La Calera
3h 27mnonstop
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8:38 am - 10:28 amZCL  Zacatecas La Calera-SJC San Jose
3h 50mnonstop
$293Volaris
Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10
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11:58 am - 5:25 pmSJC  San Jose-ZCL Zacatecas La Calera
3h 27mnonstop
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5:32 pm - 9:38 amZCL  Zacatecas La Calera-SJC San Jose
18h 06m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$316Volaris
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17
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11:58 am - 5:25 pmSJC  San Jose-ZCL Zacatecas La Calera
3h 27mnonstop
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5:32 pm - 9:38 amZCL  Zacatecas La Calera-SJC San Jose
18h 06m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$337Volaris
Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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4:13 pm - 4:57 pmSJC  San Jose-ZCL Zacatecas La Calera
22h 44m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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8:38 am - 10:28 amZCL  Zacatecas La Calera-SJC San Jose
3h 50mnonstop
$347Volaris
Wed, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 3
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3:02 pm - 7:29 pmSJC  San Jose-ZCL Zacatecas La Calera
3h 27mnonstop
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5:32 pm - 9:38 amZCL  Zacatecas La Calera-SJC San Jose
18h 06m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$349Volaris
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 12
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9:07 pm - 4:57 pmSJC  San Jose-ZCL Zacatecas La Calera
41h 50m2 stops Los Angeles Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
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5:32 pm - 9:38 amZCL  Zacatecas La Calera-SJC San Jose
18h 06m1 stop Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
$420Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
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2:41 pm - 4:59 amSJC  San Jose-ZCL Zacatecas La Calera
12h 18m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles
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8:38 am - 10:28 amZCL  Zacatecas La Calera-SJC San Jose
3h 50mnonstop
$433Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to Zacatecas flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Jose to Zacatecas?

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Zacatecas typically range from $382 to $564. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $278, on Volaris.

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Key details for San Jose to Zacatecas flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$227
The most popular month to fly with an average 49% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Jose to Zacatecas

When to book flights from San Jose to Zacatecas

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

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Jose to Zacatecas:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:58 am and lands at 3:25 pm
    • Latest: departs at 3:02 pm and lands at 6:29 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 27m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Jose to Zacatecas?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Jose to Zacatecas.

  • How long is a flight from San Jose to Zacatecas?

    A nonstop flight from San Jose to Zacatecas takes 3h 27m, covering 1,517 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose to Zacatecas?

    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 Jose to Zacatecas flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Jose to Zacatecas range from $382 to $564, with an average of $470 over the past 12 months. Anything below $382 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Jose to Zacatecas?

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $437 round-trip and layover options via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) at $420.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San Jose to Zacatecas?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $93–$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 Jose to Zacatecas?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Volaris and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Have flight prices from San Jose to Zacatecas 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 $278 to $2,642. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Jose to Zacatecas looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Jose to Zacatecas are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $266, which is 39% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Zacatecas La Calera Airport (ZCL)?

    Zacatecas La Calera Airport (ZCL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Fox
    • Europcar
    • Payless

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Jose to Zacatecas?

    Flights from San Jose to Zacatecas usually depart from San Jose (SJC) and arrive at Zacatecas La Calera (ZCL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Jose to Zacatecas pass through?

    Connecting flights from San Jose to Zacatecas most commonly pass through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) - 50% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Jose to Zacatecas?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 29% on flights from San Jose to Zacatecas. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $411 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $573, a difference of $162.

    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 Jose to Zacatecas?

    Only Volaris operates flights between San Jose and Zacatecas.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Jose to Zacatecas?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 15h 23m, compared with 19h 39m via Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL).

  • What is the time difference between San Jose and Zacatecas?

    Zacatecas is 1 hour ahead of San Jose (Central Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Jose to Zacatecas 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 $411, about $162 less than Saturday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Zacatecas trip for November. Fares historically average $326 round-trip in that month - typically $343 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Airport (GDL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $420 round-trip on this route - about $17 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from San Jose to Zacatecas?

 
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Direct departures

San Jose to Zacatecas La Calera

Monday

Volaris

Volaris

Wednesday

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Friday

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Direct returns

Zacatecas La Calera to San Jose

Monday

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Volaris

Wednesday

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Friday

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