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Cheap flights from San José to Mexico City from £72

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 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MEX
2 Jul — 9 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from San José to Mexico City
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Mexico City. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 June 2026.

Fri 9/1002:20
SJO
-
MEX
1 stop19h 40m
Viva
Mon 12/1007:25
MEX
-
SJO
1 stop17h 50m
Viva
Deal found 2/6£177
Fri 9/1002:20
SJO
-
MEX
1 stop19h 40m
Viva
Thu 15/1022:50
MEX
-
SJO
1 stop26h 25m
Viva
Deal found 1/6£180
Fri 4/902:15
SJO
-
MEX
1 stop19h 15m
Viva
Thu 24/922:50
MEX
-
SJO
1 stop26h 25m
Viva
Deal found 2/6£183
Fri 2/1002:20
SJO
-
MEX
1 stop15h 25m
Viva
Fri 9/1007:25
MEX
-
SJO
1 stop17h 50m
Viva
Deal found 29/5£184
Fri 25/902:15
SJO
-
MEX
1 stop18h 10m
Viva
Mon 28/917:05
MEX
-
SJO
1 stop8h 10m
Viva
Deal found 29/5£185
Fri 2/1002:20
SJO
-
MEX
1 stop19h 10m
Viva
Thu 8/1022:50
MEX
-
SJO
1 stop26h 25m
Viva
Deal found 2/6£187
Fri 9/1002:20
SJO
-
MEX
1 stop28h 20m
Viva
Fri 16/1005:35
MEX
-
SJO
1 stop19h 40m
Viva
Deal found 2/6£192
Fri 16/1002:20
SJO
-
MEX
1 stop19h 10m
Viva
Mon 19/1009:30
MEX
-
SJO
1 stop15h 45m
Viva
Deal found 29/5£193
Fri 9/1002:20
SJO
-
MEX
1 stop19h 40m
Viva
Sun 18/1022:50
MEX
-
SJO
1 stop26h 25m
Viva
Deal found 1/6£194
Mon 21/902:15
SJO
-
MEX
1 stop11h 20m
Viva
Fri 25/917:05
MEX
-
SJO
1 stop8h 10m
Viva
Deal found 31/5£195
Mon 5/1002:20
SJO
-
MEX
1 stop7h 20m
Viva
Sun 11/1022:50
MEX
-
SJO
1 stop26h 25m
Viva
Deal found 30/5£196

Find flight deals from San José to Mexico City

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Mexico City (MEX). 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 2 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£177

One-way from

£72

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£219

Good round-trip deal

£744 or less
Viva
  • Viva
  • 9/10-12/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 30m total
  • San José to Mexico City
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Viva
  • Viva
  • 13/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 05m total
  • San José to Mexico City
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from San José to Mexico 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 2 June 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 31/8

02:15-09:40

1 stop7h 25m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sun 6/9

22:50-01:15

1 stop26h 25m

£209
Fastest return journey

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 26/6

07:00-10:00

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 7/7

18:55-21:56

Nonstop3h 01m

£210

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 25/6

07:00-10:00

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 29/6

18:55-21:56

Nonstop3h 01m

£210

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 29/6

07:00-10:00

Nonstop3h 00m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 1/7

18:55-21:56

Nonstop3h 01m

£210

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 17/6

17:57-01:00

1 stop7h 03m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 23/6

01:20-07:09

1 stop5h 49m

£250

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/7

17:55-01:00

1 stop7h 05m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 8/7

15:30-07:12

1 stop15h 42m

£260

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/9

10:03-22:05

1 stop12h 02m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 15/9

15:30-07:10

1 stop15h 40m

£260

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/9

10:03-00:15

1 stop14h 12m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 15/9

15:30-07:10

1 stop15h 40m

£271

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/6

02:20-21:30

1 stop19h 10m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 18/6

22:45-01:15

1 stop26h 30m

£273

San JoséMexico City

SJO - MEX

SJOMEX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 30/7

04:08-12:10

1 stop8h 02m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 1/8

02:10-10:58

1 stop8h 48m

£282

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Mexico City?

The best time to book flights from San José to Mexico City is 29 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Mexico City?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Mexico City (average of £199). Flying from San José to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of £243). 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 MEX?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Mexico City. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 June 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San José to Mexico City as you normally would.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico City

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mexico 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 Mexico City. Reviews last updated 2 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Aeromexico from San José to Mexico City. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,499 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Mar 2026

SFO - GDL

A passenger was in my seat. Same passenger cut in line to get off the aircraft.
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,499 reviews
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,499 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Jorge,Mar 2026

SFO - GDL

A passenger was in my seat. Same passenger cut in line to get off the aircraft.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San José to Mexico 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 Mexico City?

    Mexico City Benito Juarez is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Mexico City from San José Juan Santamaria Intl. Booking flights from Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) to Benito Juarez (MEX) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to Mexico City from 1 airline. 3h 00m is how long a flight from San José to Mexico City Benito Juarez will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this San José to Mexico City flight route?

    This flight path from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Mexico City Benito Juarez was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    A quick flight from San José to Mexico City can take about 3h. Viva provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £210. Airlines will cover a distance of 1186 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San José to Mexico City round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José to Mexico City round-trip from £96. You may be able to fly from San José to Mexico City for 55% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San José to Mexico City are Volaris Costa Rica (100%), AeroMexico Connect (100%) and Avianca (97%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £227. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Mexico City Benito Juarez) can be booked for £221 on average, our data indicates £746 when flying from San José to Mexico City.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San José to Mexico 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 Mexico City.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Mexico 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 Mexico City?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Mexico City (average of £199). Flying from San José to Mexico City in December is currently the most expensive (average of £243). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AeromexicoCheapest£96Average£237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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