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Flight deals from San Jose to Guadalajara

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Guadalajara.R 1,990 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departs from San Jose International on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Guadalajara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,990, select.
Guadalajara.R 2,227 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departs from San Jose International on Sun, 31 Aug, arriving in Guadalajara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,227, select.
Guadalajara.R 2,245 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departs from San Jose International on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Guadalajara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,245, select.
Guadalajara.R 2,263 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departs from San Jose International on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Guadalajara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,263, select.
Guadalajara.R 2,337 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Jun.One-way flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from San Jose International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Guadalajara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,337, select.
Guadalajara.R 2,337 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departs from San Jose International on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Guadalajara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,337, select.
Guadalajara.R 2,337 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departs from San Jose International on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Guadalajara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,337, select.
Guadalajara.R 2,665 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Jan.One-way flight with Volaris.Outbound direct flight with Volaris departs from San Jose International on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Guadalajara.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,665, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Guadalajara

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Jose to Guadalajara flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from R 1,990
Jun
from R 2,337
Jul
from R 2,263
Aug
from R 2,227
Sep
from R 2,337
Oct
from R 2,245
Nov
from R 2,337
Dec
from R 3,403
Jan
from R 2,665
Feb
from R 3,669
Mar
from R 3,970
Apr
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Direct flights from San Jose to Guadalajara

San Jose to Guadalajara: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Jose to Guadalajara below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Guadalajara.

San Jose to Guadalajara: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 1,990
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time3 hrs, 43 mins
Most popular airlineHawaiian Airlines
Average flights per week70

Finding cheap flights from San Jose to Guadalajara: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Jose to Guadalajara is R 4,943. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours and 43 minutes is the average flight time from San Jose to Guadalajara.
Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Volaris fly direct from San Jose to Guadalajara.
As of May 2025, there are 70 flights per week flying from San Jose to Guadalajara.
The cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Guadalajara is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from San Jose to Guadalajara Airport on Wednesday, 14 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 43 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Guadalajara but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Guadalajara is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Guadalajara is Volaris .

Flying from San Jose to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): what you need to know

  • Planning your getaway starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in San Jose. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is the city's main base, so explore your options for reserving a flight from San Jose to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) departing from here.

  • Take a direct flight from San Jose to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 41 minutes.

  • The timezone in Guadalajara is UTC-6, which is 1 hour ahead of San Jose. Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport is located in Guadalajara.

  • The busiest route is from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL), with 24 direct services every week. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SJC to GDL is the 07:37 Alaska Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the last departure is at 23:49 with Alaska Airlines.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from San Jose to GDL. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Getting away during a peak month like August? Popular seasons (like summer, Christmas/New Year and spring break) can easily add another hour at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in San Jose

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)

  • You can take a direct flight from San Jose to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC).

  • If you want to leave from SJC, you can take a direct flight from San Jose to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport with Volaris.

  • Think about adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from San Jose to GDL. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

    • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

    • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • SJC is approximately 6 kilometres from central San Jose. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will show you the best route and available public transport options.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from San Jose to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport:

About Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)

Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara

  • Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport to central Guadalajara is about 33 minutes in a car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.

  • Travelling by public transport takes around 1 hour and 53 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)

  • For a one-way ticket from San Jose to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, R 1,990 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just R 4,943. These are currently the lowest fares and may vary depending on availability.

  • You're more likely to score cheap tickets from San Jose to GDL when you book 8 months before your departure date. We crunched the flight price data and found that's the time fares for this journey are generally at their lowest.

  • You'll score the biggest savings on your tickets from San Jose to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport if you plan your break for May. Take it one step further and use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the cheapest day to fly out.

  • Create a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when prices drop. The right timing can be the key to finding cheap tickets from San Jose to GDL.

  • Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Jose to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

The best time to fly from San Jose to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from San Jose to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Guadalajara. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from San Jose to GDL for May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Guadalajara to range from 15ºC to 35ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from San Jose to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 27ºC on average.

More about Guadalajara

Complete your Guadalajara trip with a car rental

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