$121 Cheap flight deals from Mexico City (MEX) to San José (SJO)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Mexico City to San José

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Airfares from $121 One Way, $235 Round Trip from Mexico City to San José

Prices starting at $235 for return flights and $121 for one-way flights to San José were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

More About Flying To San José from Mexico City

Route Information for Flights from Mexico City to San José

Origin Airport IATA Code
MEX
Destination Airport IATA Code
SJO
Distance
1187 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Avianca, Air France, Aeromexico
Earliest Flight Arrival
6:09PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
5:43AM UTC

Finding Flights from Mexico City to San Jose

Flights from Mexico City

Mexico City provides a stunning blend of modern and traditional Mexican life. When you're flying on cheap flights from Mexico City with Orbitz.com, you'll be travelling from the Benito Juarez International Airport. The airport is approximately 8 miles from the city center, and offers flights to cities across North America, South America and Asia. Aeromexico's central hub is located at the airport's main address, Cap. Piloto Aviador Carlos León, Peñón de Los Baños, along with international airlines including Air Canada, Air France, Alaskan Air, American Airlines and British Airways.

Parking at the Airport

Long-term parking is available at off-site locations for a fee that varies by location. Each of these sites provides shuttle bus service to and from the airport itself. Guests looking to drop off flyers or park for a short term can use the parking garages located at the airport's two terminals. Parking charges at the terminals range from 25 to 50 Mexican pesos per hour, or approximately $2 to $4.

Mexico City Airport Transportation

Transportation to the airport is available through taxi services, the local subway and the city bus. Taxi services charge by time and distance, and rates from the city center typically run up to approximately 100 pesos, or $8. The subway provides quick access to the city center with continuing routes to other parts of Mexico City, and each metro ticket costs a mere 3 pesos. The subway can be extremely crowded during the busy morning and evening hours. Bus service is available from outlying cities to the airport, with fees varying based on your destination. Let Orbitz.com be your planner when you are looking to budget travel expenses along with your accommodations and flights.

Dining Options at the Airport

Dining options at the airport range from standard fast-food fare, including burgers and smoothies, to traditional Mexican cuisines. Restaurants are located near the small rail service that links the two terminals of the airport, and prices range from 50 to 250 pesos, or approximately $4 to $20, for most dishes. Several 7-Eleven locations provide cheap snacks, and travelers can stop in at Bar 21 or Baron Rojo for a drink and warm food while waiting for their cheap flights from Mexico City.

San Jose Airport Information

When you use Orbitz.com to purchase your air ticket, you will have a variety of cheap flights to San Jose to choose from. There are nine air passenger carriers that service the Mineta San José International Airport. American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, United, US Airways and Volaris use Terminal A, while Southwest and Alaska Airlines use Terminal B. The airport offers easy access to the city, as it is less than five miles northwest of downtown San Jose.

Ground Transportation in San Jose

If you hop on the VTA Airport Flyer, you will be able to access the Amtrak, the Metro Light Rail and Caltrain railways, Greyhound buses and the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART). The Monterey Airbus and Santa Cruz Airport Flyer also make scheduled stops at the airport. There are several cab companies that service the airport, with fares between $15 and $20 for transportation into downtown San Jose. Book your flight with Orbitz.com, and you can also find deals on hotels that offer free airport shuttle service, or you can simply rent a car so that you can get around during your stay.

San Jose Weather Information

San Jose gets very little rainfall, and the year-round temperatures are rather moderate. You can expect the winter months to be in the low 40s to high 50s, and the summer months rarely venture higher than the low 80s. Nights can be cool in San Jose, so make sure you pack a light jacket or layer your clothes to accommodate the change in temperature.

What to Do in San Jose

If you're traveling with children, be sure to visit the Raging Waters water park, the Happy Hollow Park and Zoo and the Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose. Adults might prefer to visit one of the many museums, art galleries and theaters in San Jose. Whatever you decide to do while you're there, don't forget to come back to Orbitz.com to book cheap flights to San Jose for your next trip.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Mexico City to San Jose?
Have your credit card at the ready, because there are two airlines that fly nonstop from MEX to SJO. Lock in a great deal with Aeromexico or Volaris Costa Rica.
What is the shortest flight from Mexico City to San Jose?
From Mexico City, the eclectic sights and sounds of San Jose are at least 3 hours and 25 minutes away. Book your favorite seat, or maybe even upgrade to one with a little more legroom, and get to your destination in total comfort.
What airlines fly from Mexico City to San Jose most frequently?
Consider booking a ticket with Aeromexico (AM), which flies frequently along this route. This airline offers 60 flights each month between Benito Juárez Intl. Airport and Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO). If you can’t find the right flight there, look into Volaris Costa Rica (Q6). This carrier is a fantastic alternative and has 13 flights between Mexico City and San Jose each month.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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