San José, Costa Rica essentials
- Country
- Costa Rica
- Airports
- Juan Santamaría International (SJO), plus Liberia (LIR) near the Guanacaste beaches
- Cheapest time to fly
- The green season (May to November) is usually cheapest; December to April is peak.
- From the airport
- Compare Liberia (LIR) if you're heading to the Pacific beaches, since it can save hours of driving.
- Time difference
- 2 hours behind Toronto (can shift by an hour when clocks change)
- Entry for Canadians
- Canadians don't need a visa for tourist stays in Costa Rica; you may be asked for proof of onward travel.
Entry rules change, so confirm on the Government of Canada travel advice page before you book.
Cheapest flights to San José, Costa Rica from Canada
Nonstop flights
- From Toronto: Air Canada, plus seasonal Air Transat and Porter flights
- From Montreal: Air Canada, Air Transat and WestJet
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San José, Costa Rica: common questions
When is the cheapest time to fly to San José, Costa Rica from Canada?
The green season (May to November) is usually cheapest; December to April is peak.
Which airport do you fly into for San José, Costa Rica?
Juan Santamaría International (SJO), plus Liberia (LIR) near the Guanacaste beaches. Compare Liberia (LIR) if you're heading to the Pacific beaches, since it can save hours of driving.
Do Canadians need a visa for Costa Rica?
Canadians don't need a visa for tourist stays in Costa Rica; you may be asked for proof of onward travel.
Which Canadian cities fly to San José, Costa Rica?
Viorvo tracks fares to San José, Costa Rica from Toronto, Montreal. Each route page shows the lowest recent fares and the cheapest month.