San José (Alajuela) to Montréal (SJO–YUL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SJO–YUL is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada, Air Transat and HTT lead the route. The flight covers 2,529 miles in approximately 5h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 48 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 2 | 7M8 | 5h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| TS Air Transat | 2 | A21N | 5h45 | – | – | – |
| HTT HTT | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Montréal from San José (Alajuela)
| Metric | SJO→YUL | LIR→YUL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SJO | – | 100 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | 5 |
| Flight time | 5h 45m | 5h 30m |
Travel Essentials
SJO: CST · YUL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San José (Alajuela), it's 8:00 PM in Montréal.
The 747 Express bus departs from the arrivals level every 20–30 minutes around the clock (CAD $11). It stops at several downtown métro stations, making it convenient for most city-centre destinations. Taxis from the arrivals level charge a flat rate of CAD $45 to downtown; Uber and Lyft are available from a separate ride-share zone.Rental car facilities are located on-site in the terminal complex. During winter, confirm road conditions before driving; Highway 20 can be slow or briefly closed during heavy snowstorms.
Continental climate with dramatic seasonal swings. Summers (June–August) are warm and humid at 24–30°C with occasional thunderstorms. Winters (December–March) are severe, with temperatures regularly dropping to −15°C or colder and heavy snowfall that causes frequent de-icing delays and occasional ground stops.
Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) are transitional and relatively pleasant, though spring snowstorms are not unusual. Pack serious winter gear from November through March; ice storms in early spring create particularly difficult travel conditions.
SJO–YUL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SJO to YUL
Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) and Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada, HTT and Air Transat. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SJO to YUL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SJO to YUL ranges from 5 hours 45 minutes to 5 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,529 miles (4,069 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 9 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
48 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via TPA. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Liberia (LIR).