Direct flights from Mexico City to San José MEX → SJO

Aeromexico, Avianca and Volaris Costa Rica fly nonstop from Mexico City (MEX) to San José (SJO), several times daily. The flight takes about 2h 57m and covers 1,187 miles (1,910 km). Round-trip fares typically run around $308. Fares last checked 24 August 2026.

60-day flexibility overview based on 23 recent fares across the next 60 days

Cheapest
$276
Typical
$308
Most expensive
$414

What flexibility is worth here

How long you stay changes it too

  • 1–5 nights $308
  • 6–9 nights $282

Staying 6–9 nights typically costs $26 less than 1–5 nights.

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Nonstop departures observed in recent fares

Across 17 recent dates we priced, Mexico City (MEX) to San José (SJO) showed up to 2 nonstop departures a day, with the earliest around 08:40 and the latest around 18:40, operated by Aeromexico and Avianca.

08:40 08:50 12:55 18:40

Departure times seen while pricing this route over the last few weeks — a sample, not the full timetable. Airlines adjust schedules seasonally.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight from Mexico City to San José?

Yes, Aeromexico, Avianca and 1 more airline operate nonstop flights from Mexico City (MEX) to San José (SJO).

Which airlines fly direct from Mexico City to San José?

Aeromexico, Avianca, Volaris Costa Rica operate nonstop flights from Mexico City to San José.

How long is the flight from Mexico City to San José?

The nonstop flight from Mexico City to San José takes ~2h 57m (approximately 1910 km).

How often do direct flights operate from Mexico City to San José?

Nonstop flights from Mexico City to San José operate multiple daily.

How much is a round-trip flight from Mexico City to San José?

Round-trip flights from Mexico City (MEX) to San José (SJO) start at $276, with a typical fare around $308. Based on 23 recent fare combinations.

Does trip length change the round-trip fare from Mexico City to San José?

Typical round-trip fares from Mexico City (MEX) to San José (SJO) by trip length: a short trip (1–5 nights) about $308 and a week away (6–9 nights) about $282. Medians from 23 recent fare combinations.

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