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The distance between Guatemala City and San José is 856 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Copa Airlines, Volaris, Avianca, JetBlue Airways, and Transportes Aéreos Guatemaltecos. Guatemala City and San José have 72 direct flights per week. When you arrive at San José, consider visiting Parque Nacional Manuel Antonio, and Bosque Nuboso Monteverde.
Weekly direct flights
| Mondays | Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays | Saturdays | Sundays | |
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| Direct flights | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
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Copa Airlines on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Avianca on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Check-in for a flight from Guatemala City to San José
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking | Online check-in available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copa Airlines | CMP | CM | Yes | 0 0 |
| Volaris | VOI | Y4 | Yes | 0 0 |
| Avianca | AVA | AV | Yes | 0 0 |
| JetBlue Airways | JBU | B6 | Yes | Opens 24 days before flight Closes 2 hours before flight |
| Transportes Aéreos Guatemaltecos | TGU | 5U | Yes | No |
Costa Rica COVID-19 travel restrictions
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Most travelers from Guatemala can enter Costa Rica, but there are restrictions.
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Information is provided as guidance only and accurate at the time of publishing. Always check government websites and airline materials before booking and traveling.
Learn more about COVID-19 restrictions in Costa Rica in our dedicated Stories article.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to travel from Guatemala City to San José?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Guatemala City and San José takes around 1.5 hours.
What is the flight distance between Guatemala City and San José?
The flight distance between Guatemala City and San José is 856 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Guatemala City and San José?
Several carriers operate flights between Guatemala City and San José. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Copa Airlines, Volaris, Avianca.
What are the most popular routes to and from Guatemala City?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Guatemala City and London, Cancún, Mexico City, Dublin, Los Angeles, Vancouver, Oaxaca, Sydney, Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Manchester, Panama City, Brisbane, Montreal, Dallas, Flores, Calgary, Melbourne, San Salvador, Guadalajara, Paris.
What are the most popular routes to and from San José?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as San José and London, San Salvador, Cancún, Liberia, Montreal, Tambor, Toronto, Mexico City, Dublin, Manchester, Tamarindo, Bahía Drake, Edinburgh, Bogotá, Panama City, Orlando, Lima, Winnipeg, Puerto Limón, Quepos.
What airports are near Guatemala City?
The main airport in Guatemala City is La Aurora International. It is also served by La Aurora International.
What airports are near San José?
The main airport in San José is Juan Santamaría International. It is also served by Daniel Oduber Quirós International, Tambor, Quepos La Managua, Limón International, Tortuguero.
Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between Guatemala City and San José?
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- Monseñor Óscar Arnulfo Romero International
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