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Mexico City.279 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Mon, 12 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Mon, 12 May, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 279 €, select.
Mexico City.313 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Apr, returning Tue, 6 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Tue, 6 May, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 313 €, select.
Mexico City.329 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Jun, returning Wed, 2 Jul.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines and Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Felipe Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 329 €, select.
Mexico City.338 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 May, returning Thu, 5 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Thu, 29 May, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 338 €, select.
Mexico City.355 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul, returning Wed, 16 Jul.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 355 €, select.
Mexico City.365 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 22 Aug, returning Mon, 25 Aug.Return flight with Volaris and Viva Aerobus.Outbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from San Jose International on Fri, 22 Aug, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Viva Aerobus, departs from Felipe Angeles International on Mon, 25 Aug, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 365 €, select.
Mexico City.367 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Jun, returning Mon, 23 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Fri, 20 Jun, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Mon, 23 Jun, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 367 €, select.
Mexico City.370 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Apr, returning Tue, 29 Apr.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and Volaris.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Tue, 22 Apr, arriving in Mexico City Juarez International.Inbound indirect flight with Volaris, departs from Mexico City Juarez International on Tue, 29 Apr, arriving in San Jose International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 370 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose to Mexico City flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from 370 €
May
from 279 €
Jun
from 367 €
Jul
from 355 €
Aug
from 365 €
Sep
from 398 €
Oct
from 430 €
Nov
from 483 €
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San Jose to Mexico City: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found279 €
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from San Jose to Mexico City: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Mexico City: Mexico City Juarez International, Felipe Angeles International and Toluca.
The best price we found for a return flight from San Jose to Mexico City is 279 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from San Jose to Mexico City. But we found flights with one or more stops from 279 €.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from San Jose to Mexico City.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Mexico City is usually April 2025.
If you're flying from San Jose, the cheapest airport near Mexico City is Mexico City Juarez International – which is 6.4 km away from the centre of Mexico City. We've found flights into this airport from 279 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Jose to Mexico City on Thursday, 1 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between San Jose and Mexico City. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Mexico City but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Mexico City is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In April, the average temperature is usually around 17°C. June is typically the warmest month in Mexico City, when it usually averages around 24°C. You can expect the least rain in December. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 5°C. The rainiest month is September.
The cheapest airline that flies to Mexico City is Spirit Airlines .

Flying from San Jose to Mexico City: what you need to know

  • Planning your trip begins with working out where you'll leave from in San Jose. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from San Jose to Mexico City jetting off from here.

  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) and Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU) are Mexico City's major gateways.

  • The timezone in Mexico City is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of San Jose.

  • Leave enough time to catch your San Jose to Mexico City flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're going away during a peak month like August, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Mexico City

  • To find cheap San Jose to Mexico City flights, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest plane tickets from San Jose to Mexico City throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.

  • There's no need to search every day to see if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on cheap flights from San Jose to Mexico City.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' San Jose to Mexico City flights.

Flying from San Jose

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your San Jose to Mexico City flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. Take a pause at one of these popular options:

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)

  • Located around 5 kilometres from central San Jose, SJC can be reached in about 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes.

  • After an easy start to your trip? Stay near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from San Jose to Mexico City or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just the thing:

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport has a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from SJC land on schedule 84.69% of the time.

  • SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.

Arriving in Mexico City

Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)

  • Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) is approximately 6 kilometres from the centre of Mexico City. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 25 minutes.

  • It usually takes 55 minutes to get there on public transport.

  • Reserve a hotel close to MEX if you have a late flight from San Jose to Mexico City. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Pick up a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car and discover Mexico City and beyond with your own set of wheels. INFINITY RENT, MEX and America are top outlets you can book with here.

  • For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your San Jose to Mexico City flight.

Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)

  • Central Mexico City is approximately 32 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU). As soon as your flight from San Jose to Mexico City has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of about 55 minutes.

  • You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes on public transport.

  • Unpack your bag and relax not long after your flight from San Jose to Mexico City at Holiday Inn & Suites Mexico Felipe Angeles Airport. This comfortable accommodation option is a short drive from NLU.

  • Forget about public transport schedules or waiting forever for a cab. Grab a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Compare offers from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.

  • Get the lowest price by securing your ride from NLU one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.

Best time to go to Mexico City

  • April is the quietest month for flights from San Jose to Mexico City, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Mexico City based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • When booking your San Jose to Mexico City tickets, think about what kind of weather you prefer. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap flights from San Jose to Mexico City around that time if you like cooler conditions.

More about Mexico City

  • Once you've booked your flight from San Jose to Mexico City, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mexico City:

  • There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology are leading attractions which should feature on every Mexico City itinerary.

Explore more of Mexico

  • Mexico City has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. Around 21 kilometres north-east of Mexico City, a visit to Ecatepec de Morelos will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva.

  • Guadalajara is another sought-after destination in Mexico and is around 467 kilometres west of Mexico City. No journey is complete without visiting Guadalajara Cathedral, Teatro Degollado and Portales Tlaquepaque Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from San Jose to Mexico City

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