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September 15 - September 22

Cheapest

Best

MDE - San Jose

$725

$679

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September 8 - September 22

Cheapest

MDE - San Jose

$686

$679

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September 8 - September 23

MDE - San Jose

$680

$692

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September 8 - September 15

MDE - San Jose

$723

$692

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September 2 - September 30

Earliest

MDE - San Jose

$662

$724

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September 2 - September 29

Earliest

MDE - San Jose

$662

$724

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September 23 - September 29

MDE - San Jose

$726

$724

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September 16 - September 29

MDE - San Jose

$690

$724

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September 16 - September 22

MDE - San Jose

$726

$724

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September 2 - September 22

Earliest

MDE - San Jose

$664

$724

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Insights for flights from Medellín to San Jose

A typical journey from Medellín to San Jose takes about 22h 58m, including connections. This reflects the nature of this long-haul route, where most itineraries involve multiple stops to reach the destination.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Medellín to San Jose, prices typically range from $468–$546, with a median of $502. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals show up several times a week, so setting a price alert can be beneficial.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Medellín to San Jose? The most affordable month to fly is typically August, with a median fare of $379. Other relatively inexpensive months include December, with a median of $465, and July, where the median fare is $468.

There are no direct flights from Medellín to San Jose. Most itineraries connect at least once, and for connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should expect to make at least two stops on your journey between these two cities.

The distance between Medellín and San Jose is approximately 5835 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, indicating a significant travel distance that typically involves extended flight times and often requires connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Medellín to San Jose

Regular price: $622 - $1,084

Prices for flights from Medellín to San Jose are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Medellín to San Jose is between $622 and $1084. The current lowest deal is $679 with Copa Airlines, for travel from Sep 15-Sep 22.

now $679

Low $622

High $1,084

The cheapest time to fly from Medellín to San Jose

The cheapest month to fly from MDE to SJC is August, with a median price of $379. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $622. Prices are generally lower from July to December.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $379

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Most Expensive

Flights from $622

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Direct flights from Medellín to San Jose

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Last-minute flights going from Medellín to San Jose

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

MDE - San Jose

Medellín (MDE) - San Jose (SJC)

LATAM Chile

$889

$1,606

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

MDE - San Jose

Medellín (MDE) - San Jose (SJC)

LATAM Chile

$702

$1,340

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MDE - San Jose

Medellín (MDE) - San Jose (SJC)

Aeroméxico

$688

$1,395

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MDE - San Jose

Medellín (MDE) - San Jose (SJC)

B&H Airlines

$709

$802

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MDE - San Jose

Medellín (MDE) - San Jose (SJC)

B&H Airlines

$715

$885

One-way

Thu, Aug 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MDE - San Jose

Medellín (MDE) - San Jose (SJC)

Copa Airlines

$809

$858

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Medellín to San Jose

7 nights

Sep 15 - Sep 22

$725 → $679

7 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 15

$723 → $692

27 nights

Aug 26 - Sep 22

$751 → $739

14 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 22

$686 → $679

Popular Airports to fly from Medellín to San Jose

Medellín - San Jose route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Medellín to San Jose are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest at $379

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Medellín to San Jose, with a median price of $379.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 22h 58m

Connecting flights from Medellín to San Jose typically average 22 hours and 58 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers deals

Copa Airlines has offered 42 deals for connecting flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Medellín to San Jose appear regularly, about 0.27 deals per day.

Medellín main airports to depart from

José María Córdova International (MDE)

Cheapest

José María Córdova International Airport offers flights to San Jose, starting from $679.

📍 ~18 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$679

Olaya Herrera (EOH)

Olaya Herrera Airport offers an alternative departure option for flights to San Jose.

📍 ~3 km from Medellín (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$844

San Jose main airports to arrive at

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Medellín to San Jose.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$679

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

San Francisco International is a major international hub with an extensive route network in Northern California.

📍 ~55 km from San Jose (reachable by car, Caltrain, BART)

💸 Flights from ~$612

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a major base for low-cost carriers and often less crowded than SFO.

📍 ~51 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$585

Monterey Regional (MRY)

Monterey Regional offers a small, stress-free terminal with very short security wait times.

📍 ~84 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$746

Sacramento International (SMF)

Sacramento International is a large airport with a wide variety of domestic carriers and destinations.

📍 ~153 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$653

Stockton Metropolitan (SCK)

Stockton Metropolitan is an alternative for specific low-cost regional routes.

📍 ~89 km from San Jose (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$711

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Jose

76% AI deal score

$2,544

$2,459

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help you identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, especially for popular routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's wise to monitor fares. There isn't a single 'best' time, as prices can fluctuate.

Yes, comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may involve extra ground transportation, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always check the total cost including transfers.

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Insights for flights from Medellín to San Jose

How much is a round trip from Medellín to San Jose

The cheapest time to fly from Medellín to San Jose

Direct flights from Medellín to San Jose

Last-minute flights going from Medellín to San Jose

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Medellín to San Jose

Popular Airports to fly from Medellín to San Jose

Medellín - San Jose route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

August is historically cheapest at $379

Connecting flights average 22h 58m

Connecting flights are dominant

Copa Airlines offers deals

Deals appear regularly

Medellín main airports to depart from

San Jose main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to San Jose

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