Are direct flights from Montevideo to San Jose always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by minimizing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the most economical choice. Flights with one or more connections can sometimes be significantly cheaper, depending on the route and travel season. Consider your priorities for cost versus convenience.

Can flexible travel dates help on Montevideo to San Jose flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to substantial savings on flights. Mid-week travel or flying during the off-peak season may result in lower fares. Adjusting your departure or return by even a few days can sometimes unlock better prices.

What extra costs should I check before booking Montevideo to San Jose flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Understanding these additional fees can help you accurately compare the total cost of your trip.

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2027-03-08 – 2027-03-13
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Montevideo to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Montevideo to San Jose

A typical journey from Montevideo to San Jose takes about 28h 27m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a distance of 10,520 kilometers. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the time spent on all segments of the journey.

For those seeking cheap flights from Montevideo to San Jose, the fares typically range from $787–$862, with a median of $826. Right now, current fares are significantly below the typical level. Only 12% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding deals can be challenging.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Montevideo to San Jose? The data shows that June is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $791. Following closely are May, with a median fare of $800, and April, with a median fare of $807. These months offer the lowest median prices for this route.

There are no direct flights from Montevideo to San Jose; 0% of recent fares were non-stop. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the majority involving 2 stopovers. This means you should expect to make at least two stops on your journey.

How much is a round trip from Montevideo to San Jose

Regular price: $1,017 - $1,741

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

The regular price range for flights from Montevideo to San Jose is $1017 to $1741. The current lowest deal is $1070 with Maersk Air for travel from Mar 8-Mar 13.

now $1,070

Low $1,017

High $1,741

The cheapest time to fly from Montevideo to San Jose

The cheapest month to fly from MVD to SJC is March, with a median price of $1184. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $1325. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $1,184

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,325

Mar

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Montevideo to San Jose

Copa Airlines

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Volaris

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

Last-minute flights going from Montevideo to San Jose

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - San Jose

Montevideo (MVD) - San Jose (SJC)

LATAM Chile, Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,309

$3,236

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - San Jose

Montevideo (MVD) - San Jose (SJC)

LATAM Chile, Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,306

$3,259

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - San Jose

Montevideo (MVD) - San Jose (SJC)

Iberia Airlines, Air France

$1,300

$3,430

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - San Jose

Montevideo (MVD) - San Jose (SJC)

Iberia Airlines, Air France

$1,302

$3,444

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - San Jose

Montevideo (MVD) - San Jose (SJC)

Iberia Airlines, Air France

$1,300

$3,499

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - San Jose

Montevideo (MVD) - San Jose (SJC)

LATAM Chile, Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,299

$3,358

One-way

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

2 nights

Mar 11 - Mar 13

$1,188 → $1,088

5 nights

Mar 8 - Mar 13

$1,173 → $1,075

2 nights

Mar 4 - Mar 6

$1,172 → $1,080

2 nights

Apr 22 - Apr 24

$1,351 → $1,273

Popular Airports to fly from Montevideo to San Jose

Montevideo - San Jose route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Montevideo to San Jose are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the best prices.

Historically, June, May, and April have offered the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically long-haul.

The median flight duration from Montevideo to San Jose is 28h 27m, typically involving 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Direct flights are not available; connecting flights are the only option for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers the most deals.

Copa Airlines has historically offered the most deals for flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Deals for flights from Montevideo to San Jose are historically rare.

Montevideo main airports to depart from

Carrasco International (MVD)

Cheapest

Fly from Montevideo Carrasco International for convenient departures to San Jose.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,100

San Jose main airports to arrive at

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International Airport is ideal for directly reaching San Jose and the surrounding Silicon Valley.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,154

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

San Francisco International is a major international hub offering more carrier options and cabin classes than SJC.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,014

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From MVD

Elite

Dec 02

San Jose, United States

83% AI deal score

$6,018

$4,919

Save $1,099

Copa Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MVD

Elite

Dec 11

San Jose, United States

81% AI deal score

$5,928

$5,196

Save $732

Copa Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MVD

Elite

Dec 25

San Jose, United States

80% AI deal score

$5,466

$4,846

Save $620

Copa Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MVD

Elite

Dec 25

San Jose, United States

80% AI deal score

$5,466

$4,860

Save $606

Copa Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MVD

Elite

Dec 25

San Jose, United States

80% AI deal score

$5,466

$4,878

Save $588

Copa Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MVD

Elite

Dec 09

San Jose, United States

80% AI deal score

$5,743

$5,196

Save $547

Copa Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MVD

Elite

Dec 09

San Jose, United States

80% AI deal score

$5,845

$5,196

Save $649

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Business Class

From MVD

Elite

Dec 01

San Jose, United States

80% AI deal score

$5,922

$5,216

Save $706

Copa Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MVD

Elite

Dec 11

San Jose, United States

80% AI deal score

$5,858

$5,239

Save $619

Copa Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MVD

Elite

Oct 31

San Jose, United States

80% AI deal score

$6,300

$5,377

Save $923

Copa Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MVD

Elite

Oct 31

San Jose, United States

80% AI deal score

$6,142

$5,410

Save $732

Copa Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MVD

Elite

Nov 26

San Jose, United States

79% AI deal score

$5,427

$5,023

Save $404

Copa Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare options from various providers. Looking into different airlines, including budget carriers, may also reveal lower prices.

Booking flights in advance often provides more competitive prices, especially for international routes. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good deal. Mid-week bookings can sometimes offer better rates than weekend purchases.

Yes, comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more affordable flight options. While it may involve additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering this approach.

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Montevideo to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Montevideo to San Jose

How much is a round trip from Montevideo to San Jose

Regular price: $1,017 - $1,741

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

The regular price range for flights from Montevideo to San Jose is $1017 to $1741. The current lowest deal is $1070 with Maersk Air for travel from Mar 8-Mar 13.

now $1,070

Low $1,017

High $1,741

The cheapest time to fly from Montevideo to San Jose

March

Cheapest

Flights from $1,184

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,325

Mar

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Montevideo to San Jose

Copa Airlines

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Volaris

Aeroenlaces Nacionales

Last-minute flights going from Montevideo to San Jose

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - San Jose

Montevideo (MVD) - San Jose (SJC)

LATAM Chile, Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,309

$3,236

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - San Jose

Montevideo (MVD) - San Jose (SJC)

LATAM Chile, Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,306

$3,259

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - San Jose

Montevideo (MVD) - San Jose (SJC)

Iberia Airlines, Air France

$1,300

$3,430

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - San Jose

Montevideo (MVD) - San Jose (SJC)

Iberia Airlines, Air France

$1,302

$3,444

One-way

Thu, Nov 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - San Jose

Montevideo (MVD) - San Jose (SJC)

Iberia Airlines, Air France

$1,300

$3,499

One-way

Fri, Nov 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MVD - San Jose

Montevideo (MVD) - San Jose (SJC)

LATAM Chile, Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$1,299

$3,358

One-way

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

2 nights

Mar 11 - Mar 13

$1,188 → $1,088

5 nights

Mar 8 - Mar 13

$1,173 → $1,075

2 nights

Mar 4 - Mar 6

$1,172 → $1,080

2 nights

Apr 22 - Apr 24

$1,351 → $1,273

Popular Airports to fly from Montevideo to San Jose

Montevideo - San Jose route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares for Montevideo to San Jose are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the best prices.

Historically, June, May, and April have offered the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically long-haul.

The median flight duration from Montevideo to San Jose is 28h 27m, typically involving 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Direct flights are not available; connecting flights are the only option for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Copa Airlines offers the most deals.

Copa Airlines has historically offered the most deals for flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route.

Deals for flights from Montevideo to San Jose are historically rare.

Montevideo main airports to depart from

Carrasco International (MVD)

Cheapest

Fly from Montevideo Carrasco International for convenient departures to San Jose.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,100

San Jose main airports to arrive at

San Jose International (SJC)

Cheapest

San Jose International Airport is ideal for directly reaching San Jose and the surrounding Silicon Valley.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1,154

Airports nearby San Jose used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

San Francisco International is a major international hub offering more carrier options and cabin classes than SJC.

San Jose, United States

79% AI deal score

$5,427

$5,023

Save $404

Copa Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

Cheap Flights from Montevideo to San Jose

Today’s best flight deals from Montevideo to San Jose

Montevideo to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Montevideo to San Jose

How much is a round trip from Montevideo to San Jose

The cheapest time to fly from Montevideo to San Jose

Direct flights from Montevideo to San Jose

Last-minute flights going from Montevideo to San Jose

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

Popular Airports to fly from Montevideo to San Jose

Montevideo - San Jose route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in June for the best prices.

Flights are typically long-haul.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Copa Airlines offers the most deals.

Deals are rare for this route.

Montevideo 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

Best Elite deals to San Jose

Dec 02

Dec 11

Dec 25

Dec 25

Dec 25

Dec 09

Dec 09

Dec 01

Dec 11

Oct 31

Oct 31

Nov 26

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

How can I find cheap flights from Montevideo to San Jose?

When should I book flights from Montevideo to San Jose?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Montevideo to San Jose?

Are direct flights from Montevideo to San Jose always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Montevideo to San Jose flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Montevideo to San Jose flights?

Related routes

More routes from Montevideo

Flights to San Jose from other cities

Montevideo to San Jose: Overview

Insights for flights from Montevideo to San Jose

How much is a round trip from Montevideo to San Jose

The cheapest time to fly from Montevideo to San Jose

Direct flights from Montevideo to San Jose

Last-minute flights going from Montevideo to San Jose

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

Popular Airports to fly from Montevideo to San Jose

Montevideo - San Jose route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Fly in June for the best prices.

Flights are typically long-haul.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Copa Airlines offers the most deals.

Deals are rare for this route.

Montevideo 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

Best Elite deals to San Jose

Dec 02

Dec 11

Dec 25

Dec 25

Dec 25

Dec 09

Dec 09

Dec 01

Dec 11

Oct 31

Oct 31

Nov 26

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to San Jose

How can I find cheap flights from Montevideo to San Jose?

When should I book flights from Montevideo to San Jose?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Montevideo to San Jose?