Lowest fares from Montreal to San José, Costa Rica
Montreal to San José, Costa Rica at a glance
- Nonstop flights
- Air Canada, Air Transat and WestJet
- Flying time
- About 6h 05m nonstop
- Distance
- 4,080 km
- Leaving from
- Montréal–Trudeau (YUL)
- Arriving at
- Juan Santamaría International (SJO), plus Liberia (LIR) near the Guanacaste beaches
- Time difference
- San José, Costa Rica is about 1 hour behind Montreal (this can shift by an hour when clocks change).
- Cheapest time
- The green season (May to November) is usually cheapest; December to April is peak.
- Entry for Canadians
- Canadians don't need a visa for tourist stays in Costa Rica; you may be asked for proof of onward travel. Rules change, so confirm on the Government of Canada's travel advice page before you book.
Nonstop airlines are based on each airport's published routes (September 2026). Schedules change, so always check your dates.
Cheapest month to fly Montreal to San José, Costa Rica
Lowest one-way fare in Canadian dollars (CAD) found in recent searches for each month. Round trips usually cost a bit less than two one-way tickets. Tap a month to search it.
Montreal to San José, Costa Rica fares in our daily checks
We check the cheapest one-way fare from Montreal to San José, Costa Rica every morning. We have 27 days of results so far, from Oct 15, 2026 to Nov 10, 2026. In Canadian dollars:
- Lowest fare we saw
- $218 one way, on Oct 23, 2026 (for travel in October 2026)
- Typical daily low
- $381 to $409: the middle half of each day's cheapest fare
- Latest check
- $230 on Nov 10, 2026
- Cheapest travel month so far
- January 2027 (median $230 over 5 days); priciest: December 2026 (median $395)
- Airlines selling these fares
- Air Canada, United Airlines, Air Transat, Porter Airlines Canada
- Stops on the cheapest fare
- Usually 1 stop (16 of 27 days)
From Viorvo's own daily price checks (Travelpayouts fare data). These are the lowest one-way fares found in searches that day, not a quote, and they can be gone by the time you search. How we work these out.
How these figures are worked out, and what they are not: our data and method.
How to fly Montreal to San José, Costa Rica for less
- Compare nonstop with one-stop. Nonstop on this route: Air Canada, Air Transat and WestJet. One-stop fares are sometimes cheaper, but check how much time they add before you choose.
- Be flexible by a few days. Use the month chart and the Viorvo price calendar to see which days are cheapest; midweek departures are often lower.
- Compare airports on both ends. Ottawa (YOW), about two hours' drive away, is occasionally cheaper, so compare it on bigger trips.
- Getting to the airport in Montreal: The 747 bus runs 24/7 between the airport and downtown and costs a fraction of a taxi.
- Arriving in San José, Costa Rica: Compare Liberia (LIR) if you're heading to the Pacific beaches, since it can save hours of driving.
- Check what's included. The cheapest fares often exclude checked bags and seat selection, so compare the total price for your trip.
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Montreal to San José, Costa Rica flights: common questions
How much is a flight from Montreal to San José, Costa Rica?
In recent searches, round trips from Montreal to San José, Costa Rica started at $1,279 and one-way fares started at $395. Fares change daily, so check the fares board above for the latest prices and dates.
Is there a direct flight from Montreal to San José, Costa Rica?
Yes. Nonstop flights between Montreal and San José, Costa Rica: Air Canada, Air Transat and WestJet. Schedules change, so the fares board above shows what's available for your dates.
How long is the flight from Montreal to San José, Costa Rica?
A nonstop flight covers about 4,080 km and takes roughly 6h 05m. With one connection, the whole trip usually takes about 9 to 13 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Montreal to San José, Costa Rica?
Nonstop: Air Canada, Air Transat and WestJet. Many other airlines sell connecting trips, and the fares board above compares them all, cheapest first.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Montreal to San José, Costa Rica?
The green season (May to November) is usually cheapest; December to April is peak. The month chart above shows the cheapest months in recent searches.
Which airports serve San José, Costa Rica?
San José, Costa Rica is served by Juan Santamaría International (SJO), plus Liberia (LIR) near the Guanacaste beaches. Comparing every airport is one of the easiest ways to find a cheaper fare.
What do Canadians need to travel to San José, Costa Rica?
Canadians don't need a visa for tourist stays in Costa Rica; you may be asked for proof of onward travel. Rules change, so confirm on the Government of Canada's travel advice page before you book.
What's the time difference between Montreal and San José, Costa Rica?
San José, Costa Rica is about 1 hour behind Montreal (this can shift by an hour when clocks change).
How much have Montreal to San José, Costa Rica fares varied in your price checks?
In 27 days of daily checks (from Oct 15, 2026 to Nov 10, 2026), the cheapest one-way fare on a typical day was between $381 and $409 and the lowest we saw was $218. January 2027 has been the cheapest travel month so far.
What's the cheapest month to fly from Montreal to San José, Costa Rica?
See the month chart above for the cheapest month in recent searches. As a rule of thumb: The green season (May to November) is usually cheapest; December to April is peak.