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Cancun.C$263 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 24, returning Mon, Jun 2.Round-trip flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Sat, May 24, arriving in Cancun.Inbound direct flight with Volaris departing from Cancun on Mon, Jun 2, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$263, select.
Cancun.C$263 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 23, returning Mon, May 26.Round-trip flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, May 23, arriving in Cancun.Inbound direct flight with Volaris departing from Cancun on Mon, May 26, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$263, select.
Cancun.C$265 per passenger.Departing Fri, Apr 25, returning Tue, Apr 29.Round-trip flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Fri, Apr 25, arriving in Cancun.Inbound direct flight with Volaris departing from Cancun on Tue, Apr 29, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$265, select.
Cancun.C$273 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 29, returning Mon, May 26.Round-trip flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, Apr 29, arriving in Cancun.Inbound direct flight with Volaris departing from Cancun on Mon, May 26, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$273, select.
Cancun.C$277 per passenger.Departing Wed, Sep 24, returning Mon, Sep 29.Round-trip flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Sep 24, arriving in Cancun.Inbound direct flight with Volaris departing from Cancun on Mon, Sep 29, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$277, select.
Cancun.C$279 per passenger.Departing Tue, Aug 5, returning Sat, Aug 9.Round-trip flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, Aug 5, arriving in Cancun.Inbound direct flight with Volaris departing from Cancun on Sat, Aug 9, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$279, select.
Cancun.C$279 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 18, returning Wed, Jun 25.Round-trip flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Wed, Jun 18, arriving in Cancun.Inbound direct flight with Volaris departing from Cancun on Wed, Jun 25, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$279, select.
Cancun.C$279 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jul 22, returning Thu, Aug 7.Round-trip flight with Volaris Costa Rica.Outbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria on Tue, Jul 22, arriving in Cancun.Inbound direct flight with Volaris Costa Rica departing from Cancun on Thu, Aug 7, arriving in San Jose Juan Santamaria.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$279, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Cancun

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose Juan Santamaria to Cancun flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from C$265
May
from C$263
Jun
from C$279
Jul
from C$304
Aug
from C$279
Sep
from C$277
Oct
from C$346
Nov
from C$325
Dec
from C$298
Jan
from C$346
Feb
from C$299
Mar
from C$370

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San Jose Juan Santamaria to Cancun: Alternative routes

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San Jose to Cancun: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$263
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time2 hrs, 17 mins
Most popular airlineVolaris
Average flights per week11

Finding cheap flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Cancun: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Cancun is C$263. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 17 minutes is the average flight time from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Cancun.
Volaris and Volaris Costa Rica fly direct from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Cancun.
There are 11 flights per week flying from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Cancun, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Cancun is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Cancun Airport on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 17 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cancun but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cancun is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Volaris offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cancun.

Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Cancun International Airport (CUN): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cancun International Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.

  • Cancun's timezone is UTC-5, making Cancun one hour ahead of San Jose.

  • Choose from 16 weekly Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cancun International Airport flights. The 07:35 departure with Volaris Costa Rica is the earliest flight you can take. Volaris Costa Rica operates the latest service of the day at 13:42.

  • Your SJO to CUN flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • Travelling to Cancun (and then exploring more of Mexico!) is easy with Volaris Costa Rica. This popular airline offers direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cancun International Airport.

  • Most travellers choose to fly with Volaris Costa Rica on this route.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cancun International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between SJO and CUN include:

    • La Aurora International Airport

    • Tocumen International Airport

    • Benito Juarez International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • At the moment, C$104 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$263. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SJO to CUN.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cancun International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SJO to CUN.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cancun International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

  • Of all flights leaving Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% land on time at their destination.

  • Central San Jose to Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 2 hours 20 minutes.

  • Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near SJO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cancun International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cancun International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CUN instead:

  • Grab a Cancun International Airport rental car and explore Cancun and beyond with your own set of wheels. MEX, America and Europcar are leading providers to choose from here.

  • Booking your ride from Cancun International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.

Getting from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to central Cancun

  • Cancun International Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Cancun. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

When to fly to Cancun International Airport (CUN)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cancun International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Cancun. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.

  • Lock in your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cancun International Airport for August if you want to explore Cancun during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SJO to CUN sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Mexico

  • You've seen Cancun, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Travel around 290 kilometres west to Merida to tick off its must-visit sights. From P. ANDADOR NVA. CHICHEN ITZA to Pre Hispanic Town Of Uxmal and El Palacio de Gobierno, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Mexico, consider Campeche, about 418 kilometres west of Cancun. Campeche Waterfront Promenade, Zona Arquelogica Edzna and Centro Historico de San Francisco de Campeche are among its highlights.

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