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Cheap flights from San José to Guatemala City from £89

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 30/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — GUA
15 Feb — 22 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guatemala City La Aurora are usually found in May or February, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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 16 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£107

One-way from

£89

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£145

Good one-way deal

£44 or less
Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 2/3-9/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • San José to Guatemala City
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Avianca
  • Avianca
  • 30/3
  • 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 (£7 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guatemala City La Aurora.
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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 16 January 2026.

Mon 2/316:15
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 35m
Avianca
Mon 9/321:40
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 15/1£107
Sun 15/216:15
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 35m
Avianca
Sun 22/206:10
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 16/1£113
Fri 15/505:45
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Thu 21/521:45
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 16/1£115
Tue 17/306:00
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 35m
Avianca
Sat 21/308:00
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 15/1£121
Fri 15/514:43
SJO
-
GUA
1 stop6h 56m
Volaris Costa Rica
Thu 21/521:41
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 32m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 16/1£129
Mon 26/114:39
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 34m
Volaris Costa Rica
Fri 30/105:45
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 32m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 14/1£133
Mon 2/305:30
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/316:27
GUA
-
SJO
1 stop14h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1£161
Sun 15/205:30
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 22/213:59
GUA
-
SJO
1 stop16h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£164
Thu 22/119:55
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 45m
Copa Airlines
Thu 29/106:24
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 42m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 14/1£175
Sat 7/211:01
SJO
-
GUA
1 stop11h 38m
Copa Airlines
Sun 15/206:24
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 42m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 13/1£176
Sat 7/210:08
SJO
-
GUA
1 stop12h 31m
Copa Airlines
Sat 14/216:27
GUA
-
SJO
1 stop14h 39m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 14/1£177

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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 16 January 2026.
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Return

Price

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/2

19:55-21:40

Nonstop1h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 12/2

07:13-16:48

1 stop9h 35m

£176

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/2

19:55-21:40

Nonstop1h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 9/2

04:24-10:00

1 stop5h 36m

£176

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/2

14:54-22:39

1 stop7h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 12/2

06:24-08:06

Nonstop1h 42m

£176

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/2

19:55-21:40

Nonstop1h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 22/2

04:24-09:06

1 stop4h 42m

£176

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/2

19:55-21:40

Nonstop1h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 22/2

16:27-07:06

1 stop14h 39m

£176

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/3

17:51-09:34

1 stop15h 43m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 9/3

06:24-08:03

Nonstop1h 39m

£176

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/2

17:51-08:55

1 stop15h 04m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 16/2

06:24-08:06

Nonstop1h 42m

£176

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/2

10:08-22:39

1 stop12h 31m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 15/2

06:24-08:06

Nonstop1h 42m

£176

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/3

04:09-09:34

1 stop5h 25m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 16/3

06:24-08:03

Nonstop1h 39m

£176

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 31/1

19:55-21:40

Nonstop1h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 2/2

04:24-16:48

1 stop12h 24m

£176

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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 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 9 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San José to Guatemala City, you should look to book at least 59 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 to Guatemala City?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Guatemala City (average of £81). Flying from San José to Guatemala City in July is currently the most expensive (average of £101). 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 16 January 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from San José to Guatemala City in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San José 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 10 January 2026.

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

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 16 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Volaris Costa Rica and Avianca 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.
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,492 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Food

5.8

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

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 2 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 34m.

  • How popular is this San José 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 to Guatemala City?

    Avianca and Volaris Costa Rica can get you from San José to Guatemala City in just under 1h 34m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 531 mi. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    According to our current data, Avianca (£39), and Volaris Costa Rica (£43) offers the cheapest pricing from San José to Guatemala City. You may be able to fly from San José to Guatemala City for 72% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José to Guatemala City one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £44 on Volaris Costa Rica. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from £72 and Copa Airlines from £73 one-way.

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

    Consider Avianca (90%), Avianca Costa Rica (90%) or KLM (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San José to Guatemala City.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San José to Guatemala City?

    While on average a flight from San José to Guatemala City is generally £44, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £42. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Guatemala City La Aurora), you can expect to pay £124 for that flight.

  • 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 to Guatemala City?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Guatemala City (average of £81). Flying from San José to Guatemala City in July is currently the most expensive (average of £101). 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 2 airlines flying from San José to Guatemala City

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José to Guatemala City. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 16 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest£39Average£140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Volaris Costa RicaCheapest£43Average£136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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