Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SJO and YVR include:
Denver International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
To see whether you need a visa to enter Canada, contact your carrier and the local embassy or consulate. They'll give you the latest information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from SJO to YVR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is 187 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 443 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from SJO to YVR, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from SJO to YVR every day.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Travelling from central San Jose to Juan Santamaria International Airport takes about 2 hours and 22 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Taking an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to SJO:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
From Vancouver International Airport, Vancouver is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 33 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Vancouver. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to YVR in December if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the top stays in Vancouver right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from SJO to YVR:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Stanley Park, Granville Island and Science World are leading attractions which should be on every Vancouver itinerary.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) is another international airport for getting to and from Vancouver. It may even be a more convenient or cheaper choice depending on your plans, so it's worth giving some thought.
Complete your Vancouver trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Vancouver International Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Vancouver.