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Cheap Flight Deals from Calgary to San José (YYC-SJO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Calgary to San José that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Calgary to San José

KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Calgary to San José.
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United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 10:39 pmYYC-SJO
16h 24m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 6:21 pmSJO-YYC
36h 51m2 stops
$539United Airlines
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Wed, Jul 2 - Thu, Jul 24
United Airlines Logo
1:55 pm - 10:11 amYYC-SJO
20h 16m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:48 pmSJO-YYC
39h 48m2 stops
$540United Airlines
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Sat, Apr 26 - Sat, May 10
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 10:04 pmYYC-SJO
15h 19m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:18 am - 11:29 pmSJO-YYC
17h 11m2 stops
$593American Airlines
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Wed, Jul 2 - Thu, Jul 24
American Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 10:04 pmYYC-SJO
15h 19m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 12:00 pmSJO-YYC
21h 40m1 stop
$652American Airlines
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Wed, Jul 2 - Thu, Jul 24
Delta Logo
12:20 am - 1:28 pmYYC-SJO
13h 08m2 stops
Delta Logo
7:25 am - 11:01 pmSJO-YYC
15h 36m2 stops
$691Delta
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Fri, Apr 25 - Sat, May 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:30 pmYYC-SJO
17h 30m2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:50 am - 10:29 amSJO-YYC
33h 39m2 stops
$706Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:30 pmYYC-SJO
17h 30m2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:50 am - 11:50 pmSJO-YYC
23h 00m2 stops
$848Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Jul 17 - Mon, Jul 21
Air Canada Logo
12:25 am - 8:25 pmYYC-SJO
20h 00m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
7:55 am - 10:41 pmSJO-YYC
38h 46m2 stops
$1,310Air Canada
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Tue, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 24
Delta Logo
12:30 am - 11:55 amYYC-SJO
11h 25m1 stop
Delta Logo
1:20 pm - 11:19 amSJO-YYC
21h 59m1 stop
$1,371Delta
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Mon, Apr 28 - Tue, May 6
Air Canada Logo
1:05 am - 8:25 pmYYC-SJO
19h 20m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
7:55 am - 9:30 pmSJO-YYC
13h 35m1 stop
$1,372Air Canada
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Tue, Jul 1 - Thu, Jul 24

KAYAK's insights & trends for Calgary to San José flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Calgary to San José to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Calgary to San José?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Calgary to San José clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San José on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to Calgary, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Thursdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Calgary to San José?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Calgary to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Calgary to San José is September, where tickets cost $711 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,070 and $872 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Calgary to San José?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Calgary to San José, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Calgary to San José, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

May

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$284
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 34% increase in price.
Flight from Calgary to San José

When to book flights from Calgary to San José

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Calgary to San José based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking flights from Calgary to San José

  • How do I get to downtown San José from San Jose Juan Santamaría International Airport?

    You’ll find different transportation options from SJO to downtown San José. Multiple buses pick up passengers at the airport bus stand every 15 minutes. If you are headed to one of the beaches from the airport, you can take a bus to downtown San José, where you’ll find a connecting bus to your preferred beach destination.

  • What is the carry-on policy for flights from Calgary to San Jose?

    Major providers on the Calgary to San Jose route have the same carry-on policy for their Economy Class cabins, allowing passengers to bring 1 item of hand baggage and 1 personal item. The dimensions and weight requirements slightly differ. Some airlines have a special hand baggage allowance for parents with infants. Consider upgrading your ticket if you wish to bring more carry-on luggage.

  • What assistance does Calgary International Airport offer travellers with limited mobility?

    YYC is accessible to elderly passengers and travellers with reduced mobility or different types of impairment. The airport has digital screens at check-in, an accessible website, baggage assistance, guiding arm or voice service, hearing loops, wheelchair and mobility assistance upon request, and the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program for travellers with hidden disabilities.

  • Which other Costa Rican cities can I fly to from San Jose?

    If you wish to extend your trip from San Jose or explore other cities in Costa Rica, you can fly to Limon, Liberia, Quepos, Puerto Jimenez, and Tamarindo. You’ll find domestic flights from SJO to different airports in these cities. 

  • What is the cheapest flight from Calgary to San José?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Calgary to San José was $284 for a one-way ticket and $539 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Calgary and San José?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to San José from Calgary.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Calgary to San José?

    When flying out of Calgary you will be using Calgary. You will be landing at San José, also known as San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Calgary to San José?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Calgary to San José?

    oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Calgary and San José, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Calgary to San José, United Airlines or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Calgary to San José are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $652 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $701 and an overall rating of 7.2.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Calgary to San José?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Calgary to San José.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Calgary to San José?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San José from Calgary is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Calgary to San José?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San José with an airline and back to Calgary with another airline. Booking your flights between Calgary and SJO can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Calgary to San José?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San José from Calgary up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Calgary to San José

  • Calgary International Airport (YYC) is a hub for different airlines with domestic and international flights. It is a primary hub and headquarters for WestJet, a Canadian low-cost carrier. Flights from Calgary to San Jose are mainly operated by United Airlines, American Airlines, Air Canada, WestJet, Aeroméxico, and Avianca Airlines.
  • You’ll find flights with one or more stops from YYC to San Jose Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in Costa Rica. Common layover cities for one-stop flights on this route include Cancún (CUN), Houston (IAH), Dallas (DFW), Denver (DEN), Los Angeles (LAX), Toronto (YYZ), Washington (IAD), and Montreal (YUL). The layover airport will depend on the airline and flight route.
  • On average, the round-trip emissions per passenger on flights from Calgary to San Jose is around 1900 kg. Consider booking eco-friendly airlines like WestJet, Air Canada, United Airlines, and American Airlines, which have implemented sustainable practices to lower carbon emissions in their operations.
  • Aspire Lounge (International) in the International Terminal of the Calgary airport is accessible to different passengers, regardless of travel class. One-time travellers can pay at the door and enjoy different services and amenities, including showers, comfortable sofas, free Wi-Fi, and a board menu. The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge and WestJet Elevation Lounge are other options accessible through a lounge membership program.
  • If you are looking for hotels near San Jose Juan Santamaría International Airport, you have multiple options with free airport shuttles. You can check into Hampton Inn & Suites, around 1 km from the airport, or Holiday Inn Express, approximately 1.4 km from the airport. Courtyard San Jose Airport Alajuela is another option, around 2 km from SJO.
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Top 3 airlines serving from Calgary to San José

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Calgary to San José. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Calgary to San José? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 8615 reviews
7.7Boarding
7.0Entertainment
8.1Crew
6.6Food
7.3Comfort
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Plane temperature was comfortable (not to hot) when boarding and waiting for takeoff.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Mar 2025YVR - DEN
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Plane temperature was comfortable (not to hot) when boarding and waiting for takeoff.

Michael, our FA was very attentive, even finding me a chocolate brownie from economy class when the dessert selections were all dairy based. ( intolerant, not allergic so don’t usually need to order dairy free)

We tried to upgrade to economy premium but were told this was not possible as we had booked through United Airlines (and Air Canada was operating the flight). This seemed silly given there was ample space in economy premium. Additionally, we had to wait almost 1.5 hours upon arrival to taxi to the gate. Otherwise, the crew were very pleasant and passengers were friendly.

It was my first time with United Airlines and I would say it was very good experience and best of all the flights were on time. Will definitely fly with United Airlines next time.

headphone jack didnt work for the first flight and not much variety

Plane 3 hours late. Missed connection. No help from gate staff. App horrible. Lost connection repeatedly. No service desk. Finally got help from young girl driving cart.

Not as good as expected Air Can needs to improve totally rated on internet as worst

The flight was delayed, it took longer than anticipated because of weather, and they broke my luggage.

Everything was good. Flight was on time, luggage pickup was quick. The staff were great. Could not ask for anything more.

lots of delays the crew were unclear about where to pick up my carry-on, which they took from me to check in on the plane.

Flight delayed, missed connection, had to stay overnight. Next flight instead of our business class we were booked on the very back row. Second time this had happened in 2 months.

This was a pleasant, short flight and the crew was friendly.

Paid for a window and was assigned to a middle seat with 2 very large people on each side of me. Flight was sold out and I feel I need to be refunded foe paying for a window seat and being put in a middle one..

Staff at the gate were incredibly rude, hostile and threatening. Never fly American Airlines.

The meals were mediocre and the alcohol selection was poor. I enjoyed the selection of movies and other entertainment.

Domestic airlines have really fallen from what they used to be.

I missed my connecting flight despite requesting a wheelchair and had to wait at the airport for an additional four hours

The luggage was completely damaged. It was ripped at the corner and the lock was stuck. We had to rip it open.

The flight was uneventful. What was a problem was I was delayed getting home one entire day because the flight from Sacramento was delayed. That made getting to my connecting flight impossible. I had to stay another night at the hotel and incur that expense as a result.

AA is fabulous. However , Iberia cancelled our Boston - Barcelona flight the morning of the flight - 9/16/24. This was almost a week ago and we have still heard nothing from Iberia/Vueling. Found out from a kayak email that morning that the flight was cancelled. Iberia Customer service reps wouldn’t help us and said to call Vueling. No one answers phone at Vueling. Terrible wild goose chase on DAY OF TRAVEL. AA came to our rescue.

Not much....we did not get the complimentary beverages promised in our ticket. My partner and I did not have the window seats promised. We didnt get to sit together.....

It was great. Although when I got my luggage it was broken.

In both directions, one of the two flights was delayed in departing. due to mechanical issues (not weather). That tells me that inspection and maintenance is not being done often enough to prevent such from occurring. In the outbound direction, the second leg was delayed and we had to change our plans for after landing, thus missing an expected event. In the return direction, the first leg that was delayed; we had a long enough layover that we were not hurried to make our connection, but others were not so lucky. Comment about this survey process: in the multiple choice answers, there is no option for "Not Applicable"; as we had no food on board, we can't properly answer that question.

every single person involved showed their joy, working in the airline industry - it created a very pleasant atmosphere for everyone

I liked not paying for carry on and the compensation my husband and I received from the airline for overbooking our flight. The staff was very friendly and helpful.

It was a short flight and for that reason the flight was acceptable.

Overall, a good experience. The crew were not as friendly/helpful on my flight from Toronto to Nashville, but they were nice enough. I asked for a coffee about 45 min before landing, the flight attendant acted put out at the request.. apparently, they forgot about it and when I asked again they said it was too late. It was the only thing I asked for on the flight. Needless to say, it bugged me.

For boarding, after family with youngsters, you should have 65 and over. Whatever rules, enforce them. It’s frustrating for those who respect them to see aggressive people rush to the gate out of turn…

A snack would have been nice instead of having to buy food.

The seats really could do with some extra padding. The staff member who checked me in at Calgary was amazing. Friendly and lovely.

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