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Cheap flights from San José to Guatemala City from £86

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — GUA
24 Aug — 31 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guatemala City La Aurora are usually found in October or May, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from San José to Guatemala City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Guatemala City (GUA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 August 2025.

Round-trip from

£134

One-way from

£86

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£133
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 20/1-7/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • San José to Guatemala City
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Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 7/9
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • San José to Guatemala City
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£6 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from San José to Guatemala City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Guatemala City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 August 2025.

Thu 2/1005:30SJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 34mVolaris Costa Rica
Thu 9/1021:41GUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 32mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 18/8£154
Mon 24/1116:15SJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Sat 29/1121:40GUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Deal found 18/8£159
Thu 2/1013:00SJO - GUA
1 stop23h 28mJetBlue
Thu 9/1013:38GUA - SJO
1 stop22h 17mJetBlue
Deal found 18/8£165
Sun 2/1105:00SJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Sat 8/1108:00GUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 35mAvianca
Deal found 17/8£166
Thu 2/1005:30SJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/1013:11GUA - SJO
1 stop5h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/8£173
Mon 29/1219:55SJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 43mCopa Airlines
Sun 4/105:39GUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 18/8£174
Wed 1/1019:55SJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 41mCopa Airlines
Tue 7/1004:22GUA - SJO
1 stop12h 12mCopa Airlines
Deal found 19/8£174
Thu 21/804:10SJO - GUA
1 stop15h 33mCopa Airlines
Fri 29/804:24GUA - SJO
1 stop4h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 19/8£176
Wed 31/1219:55SJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 45mCopa Airlines
Fri 9/104:24GUA - SJO
1 stop12h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 18/8£182
Thu 18/914:31SJO - GUA
1 stop8h 12mCopa Airlines
Sun 21/916:23GUA - SJO
1 stop15h 04mCopa Airlines
Deal found 18/8£183
Fri 28/1119:55SJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 43mCopa Airlines
Mon 1/1205:39GUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 40mCopa Airlines
Deal found 19/8£185
Fri 12/919:55SJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 41mCopa Airlines
Sat 20/916:23GUA - SJO
1 stop15h 04mCopa Airlines
Deal found 18/8£185

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San José to Guatemala City that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 August 2025.
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San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 29/12

19:55-21:38

Nonstop1h 43m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 4/1

05:39-07:21

Nonstop1h 42m

£174

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 24/12

19:55-21:38

Nonstop1h 43m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 30/12

05:39-07:19

Nonstop1h 40m

£174

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 24/12

19:55-21:38

Nonstop1h 43m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 28/12

05:39-07:19

Nonstop1h 40m

£174

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/1

19:55-21:40

Nonstop1h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 5/1

05:39-07:21

Nonstop1h 42m

£174

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/1

19:55-21:40

Nonstop1h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 10/1

05:39-07:21

Nonstop1h 42m

£174

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 22/9

19:55-21:36

Nonstop1h 41m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 27/9

05:39-07:23

Nonstop1h 44m

£174

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 29/12

19:55-21:38

Nonstop1h 43m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 3/1

05:39-07:21

Nonstop1h 42m

£174

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 13/9

19:55-21:36

Nonstop1h 41m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 15/9

05:39-07:23

Nonstop1h 44m

£174

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 22/1

04:09-11:51

1 stop7h 42m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 27/1

05:39-07:21

Nonstop1h 42m

£174

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/1

19:55-21:40

Nonstop1h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 11/1

04:24-10:00

1 stop5h 36m

£174

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Guatemala City

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San José to Guatemala City

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San José to Guatemala City. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City, you should look to book at least 30 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City (average of £734). Flying from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City in December is currently the most expensive (average of £942). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to GUA?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Guatemala City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 August 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 12% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from San José to Guatemala City. Price data was last updated on 17 August 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Guatemala City flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City

Explore weekly flight availability from San José to Guatemala City. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 19 August 2025.

The most flights from SJO to GUA are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Guatemala City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Guatemala City. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Guatemala City. Reviews last updated 19 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines, Avianca, andVolaris from San José to Guatemala City by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,510 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,409 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.
Volaris
6.6
Okay
1,162 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Paul,Jun 2025

PTY - MIA

The boarding process was terrible. No one followed the group numbers. Everyone got up and stood in the tiles upon landing. People kept getting up during the meal and beverage service to go the bathrooms, the crew had to go back and forth in the isles, the service took forever.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Guatemala City. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San José to Guatemala City?

    You will need to book a flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guatemala City La Aurora if you want to fly from San José to Guatemala City. At least 4 different airlines have flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to La Aurora (GUA) on a regular basis. There are 8 flights to Guatemala City from the San José airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SJO to GUA to be around 1h 43m.

  • How popular is this San José, San José Province to Guatemala City flight route?

    Within the past month, 7 users have taken a look at flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guatemala City La Aurora.

  • How long is the flight from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City?

    Departing from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City will take you 1h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 531 mi. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City round-trip from £75. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Volaris, from £87, and Avianca, from £112. You may be able to fly from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City?

    Consider Air Canada (98%), Volaris Costa Rica (95%) or Avianca (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San José to Guatemala City that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Guatemala City flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Guatemala City?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Guatemala City.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Guatemala City?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Guatemala City by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City (average of £734). Flying from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City in December is currently the most expensive (average of £942). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from San José to Guatemala City

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Copa AirlinesCheapest£75Average£159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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VolarisCheapest£87Average£121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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AviancaCheapest£112Average£139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Volaris Costa RicaCheapest£125Average£144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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