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Cheap Flights from San José to Medellín (SJO-MDE)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from San José to Medellín that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Jose Maria Cordova Intl

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SJO-MDE
2h 00mnonstop
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MDE-SJO
1h 59mnonstop
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SJO-MDE
2h 06mnonstop
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MDE-SJO
2h 01mnonstop
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San José to Jose Maria Cordova Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San José to Jose Maria Cordova Intl to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport is June, where tickets cost ₪678 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₪1,038 and ₪924 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 11% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Good to know

Low seasonJune
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.

When to book flights from San José to Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Jose Maria Cordova Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking San José to Medellín flights

  • Do I need a visa to travel from San José to Medellín?

    If you are a U.S. citizen, you do not need a visa to visit Medellin for business or tourist purposes. You can stay visa-free for 90 days for a cumulative 180 days per year. However, you may be asked to provide evidence of return or onward travel, typically in the form of a round-trip plane ticket.

  • Which cities can I visit from Medellin Airport (MDE)?

    From MDE, you can visit/drive to various cities and destinations. You can drive to downtown Medellín, the main city where the airport is located. You may also drive to Rionegro, Guatapé, Santa Fe de Antioquia, Jardín, or Manizales.

  • Which airlines have special assistance services for disabled passengers?

    Avianca, Copa Airlines, and LATAM Airlines offer special assistance services for disabled passengers traveling from San José to Medellín. These services typically include wheelchair assistance, priority boarding, and trained staff to ensure a comfortable journey for passengers with disabilities. Request specific services while booking the flight to allow time for the necessary arrangements.

  • Which airlines have lounges along the San José to Medellín flight route?

    Avianca Airlines has a lounge in Medellín's José María Córdova International Airport. Also, Delta has a Delta Sky Club in the same airport. These lounges offer amenities such as comfortable seating, complimentary snacks, and beverages to ensure a comfortable environment after the flight.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San José to Medellín?

    Iberia, American Airlines, and Air France offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San José to Medellín flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San José to Medellín?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San José to Medellín flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San José to Medellín?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between San José and Medellín.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San José to Medellín?

    There are nonstop flights from San José to Medellín on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San José to Medellín?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San José to Medellín.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San José to Medellín?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Medellín from San José is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San José to Medellín?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Medellín with an airline and back to San José with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San José to Medellín?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Medellín from San José up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San José to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport

  • Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica is a hub for the national carrier, Copa Airlines. This signifies convenient connections to Medellín. With the extensive network of numerous flights from SJO, visiting Medellin from SJO airport guarantees seamless flight scheduling.
  • When flying with Avianca Airlines from San José to Medellín, you are allowed to bring one carry-on bag and one personal item. It is important to note that the total weight of the carry-on hand luggage should not exceed 22 lbs, and its external dimensions, that is Length, Width, and height, should not go beyond 45 inches.
  • Copa Airlines only allows small dogs and cats to be brought as pets in the cabin. When bringing a pet, note that the pet and its container will be counted as carry-on baggage, with up to 10 lbs weight allowance. Be sure to check in the pet at least 48 hours before the flight departure or at the time of purchasing the ticket.
  • When flying with family from San José to Medellín, United Airways stands out. They offer comfortable seating arrangements for children, in-flight entertainment options suitable for all ages, and a dedicated team of friendly staff who meet the needs of families. You can also book special meals for kids or request assistance during the flight to enjoy a positive travel experience.
  • If you want to enjoy a layover, Copa Airlines has a layover at Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY). Avianca has a layover at Bogotá El Dorado (BOG) while United Airlines may stop at Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) or Panama City Tocumen Intl (PTY). If you prefer a stop-over at San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) consider Avianca or LATAM Airlines.

Prefer to fly non-stop from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Monday

Avianca, Wingo

Avianca, Wingo

Tuesday

Avianca

Avianca

Wednesday

Avianca

Avianca

Thursday

Avianca, Wingo

Avianca, Wingo

Friday

Avianca

Avianca

Saturday

Avianca, Wingo

Avianca, Wingo

Sunday

Avianca

Avianca

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Nonstop returns

Medellín Jose Maria Cordova Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Monday

Avianca, Wingo

Avianca, Wingo

Tuesday

Avianca

Avianca

Wednesday

Avianca

Avianca

Thursday

Avianca, Wingo

Avianca, Wingo

Friday

Avianca

Avianca

Saturday

Avianca, Wingo

Avianca, Wingo

Sunday

Avianca

Avianca

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Everything you need to know for your flight from San José to Jose Maria Cordova Intl

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San José (SJO)
Jose Maria Cordova Intl (MDE)

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