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Cheap flights from San José to Guatemala City from £87

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — GUA
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Guatemala City La Aurora are usually found in August or May, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Sunday

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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£143

One-way from

£87

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£145
Copa Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • 3/2-9/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 27m total
  • San José to Guatemala City
Copa Airlines
  • Copa Airlines
  • 17/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 46m total
  • San José to Guatemala City
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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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 17 January 2025.

Tue 4/216:40SJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 30mAvianca
Wed 26/221:25GUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 30mAvianca
Deal found 17/1£142
Mon 3/219:52SJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 45mCopa Airlines
Sun 9/205:39GUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 17/1£143
Mon 27/114:42SJO - GUA
Nonstop1h 34mVolaris Costa Rica
Thu 30/105:41GUA - SJO
Nonstop1h 34mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 17/1£191

Find flights from San José to Guatemala City within your budget

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 17 January 2025.

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San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/2

19:52-21:37

Nonstop1h 45m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 9/2

05:39-07:21

Nonstop1h 42m

£143

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/3

06:10-07:40

Nonstop1h 30m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 9/3

05:20-11:25

1 stop6h 05m

£144

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 27/1

14:42-16:16

Nonstop1h 34m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 30/1

05:41-07:15

Nonstop1h 34m

£188

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 27/1

14:42-16:16

Nonstop1h 34m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 29/1

04:47-07:35

1 stop26h 48m

£397

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/3

01:26-23:59

1 stop22h 33m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 10/3

01:08-22:59

1 stop21h 51m

£452

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 24/3

22:28-16:29

2 stops18h 01m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 28/3

01:40-05:30

1 stop27h 50m

£484

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 17/4

19:55-21:41

Nonstop1h 46m

£87

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 27/1

16:50-22:50

1 stop6h 00m

£95

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 24/3

01:22-23:59

1 stop22h 37m

£214

San JoséGuatemala City

SJO - GUA

SJOGUA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 26/3

22:28-20:25

2 stops21h 57m

£255

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Guatemala City

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San José to Guatemala City including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 10 January 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 17 January 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José, San José Province to Guatemala City in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 4% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their San José, San José Province to Guatemala City flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from SJO to GUA are scheduled on a Thursday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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 17 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Guatemala City, such as Copa Airlines, United Airlines and Avianca. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very Good
9,684 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The whole experience was excellent. Even the agent that help me was from the Phoenix office and he was amazing!

8.0
Very Good
9,684 reviews
8.0
Very Good
9,684 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The whole experience was excellent. Even the agent that help me was from the Phoenix office and he was amazing!

7.7
Good
1,660 reviews
8.0
Very Good
9,684 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The whole experience was excellent. Even the agent that help me was from the Phoenix office and he was amazing!

7.4
Good
8,969 reviews
8.0
Very Good
9,684 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The whole experience was excellent. Even the agent that help me was from the Phoenix office and he was amazing!

6.9
Okay
2,575 reviews
8.0
Very Good
9,684 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The whole experience was excellent. Even the agent that help me was from the Phoenix office and he was amazing!

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 7 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, 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 £143. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Avianca, from £144, and Volaris Costa Rica, from £188.

  • 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 Copa Airlines (£87), Avianca (£95), and Alaska Airlines (£214).

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

    Consider Air Canada (97%), Avianca (92%) or Avianca Costa Rica (92%) 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 £146, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £80. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Guatemala City La Aurora), you can expect to pay £148 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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Volaris Costa RicaCheapest£51Average£141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Copa AirlinesCheapest£66Average£146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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