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Cheap flights from San José to Guatemala City from £61

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — GUA
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guatemala City La Aurora are usually found in September or October, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£126

One-way from

£61

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£149

Good one-way deal

£77 or less
Volaris Costa Rica
  • Volaris Costa Rica
  • 13/6-20/6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 06m total
  • San José to Guatemala City
Volaris Costa Rica
  • Volaris Costa Rica
  • 6/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 34m total
  • San José to Guatemala City
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (£2 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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 30 April 2025.

Fri 13/614:37SJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 34mVolaris Costa Rica
Fri 20/622:31GUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 32mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 28/4£126
Fri 13/610:57SJO - GUA
1 stop8h 49mCopa Airlines
Fri 20/605:39GUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 41mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/4£140
Fri 13/610:15SJO - GUA
2 stops15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 20/607:09GUA - SJO
1 stop6h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4£280
Tue 13/510:15SJO - GUA
2 stops8h 20mAvianca
Mon 19/505:20GUA - SJO
2 stops8h 25mAvianca
Deal found 28/4£347
Wed 13/805:30SJO - GUA
2 stops16h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 19/801:30GUA - SJO
2 stops18h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/4£420
Tue 20/501:06SJO - GUA
1 stop21h 16mAlaska Airlines
Thu 29/501:32GUA - SJO
1 stop22h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 29/4£434

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San José

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Guatemala City

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 13/6

14:37-16:11

Nonstop1h 34m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 20/6

22:31-00:03

Nonstop1h 32m

£126

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 13/6

10:57-19:46

1 stop8h 49m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 20/6

05:39-07:20

Nonstop1h 41m

£140

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 13/6

14:37-16:11

Nonstop1h 34m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 19/6

00:59-11:17

1 stop10h 18m

£271

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 13/5

10:15-18:35

2 stops8h 20m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 19/5

05:20-13:45

2 stops8h 25m

£347

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 13/8

05:30-21:40

2 stops16h 10m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 19/8

01:30-20:19

2 stops18h 49m

£420

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 20/5

01:06-22:22

1 stop21h 16m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 29/5

01:32-23:46

1 stop22h 14m

£434

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/5

05:30-07:04

Nonstop1h 34m

£61

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/9

19:45-23:10

1 stop3h 25m

£74

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

00:55-00:04

1 stop23h 09m

£115

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/5

01:12-23:30

1 stop22h 18m

£213

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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 25 April 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 57 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 30 April 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 16% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 30 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Guatemala City flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons 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 30 April 2025.

The most flights from SJO to GUA are scheduled on a Tuesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 30 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Guatemala City, such as Alaska Airlines, Copa Airlines and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2024

IND - SEA

It was the first time I have flown Alaska and I don’t think I can recommend it to others. It was so hot on the plane, food was preordered but I never received it.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2024

IND - SEA

It was the first time I have flown Alaska and I don’t think I can recommend it to others. It was so hot on the plane, food was preordered but I never received it.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2024

IND - SEA

It was the first time I have flown Alaska and I don’t think I can recommend it to others. It was so hot on the plane, food was preordered but I never received it.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2024

IND - SEA

It was the first time I have flown Alaska and I don’t think I can recommend it to others. It was so hot on the plane, food was preordered but I never received it.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Sept 2024

IND - SEA

It was the first time I have flown Alaska and I don’t think I can recommend it to others. It was so hot on the plane, food was preordered but I never received it.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 6 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 46m.

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

  • 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 £126. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Copa Airlines, from £140, and Avianca, from £347. You may be able to fly from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City for 2% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City are Volaris Costa Rica (£61), Avianca (£74), and Spirit Airlines (£115).

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

    Consider Air Canada (98%), Iberia (97%) or Avianca (96%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City.

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

    While on average a flight from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City is generally £88, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £62. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Guatemala City La Aurora), you can expect to pay £142 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, 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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