Montréal to San José (Alajuela) (YUL–SJO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
YUL–SJO is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Air Canada and Air Transat lead the route. The flight covers 2,529 miles in approximately 5h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC Air Canada | 6 | 319, B38M, BCS3 | 5h45 | Star Alliance | – | |
| TS Air Transat | 3 | 32Q | 6h | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
YUL: EDT · SJO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Montréal, it's 4:00 PM in San José (Alajuela).
Canadian passport holders enter Costa Rica visa-free for up to 180 days. Immigration officers may grant fewer days at their discretion. Visitors must show proof of at least USD 100 per month of stay and hold a return or onward ticket. Passport must be machine-readable and compliant with ICAO standards.
The 747 Express bus runs 24/7 from downtown Montréal (Berri-UQAM and Lionel-Groulx métro stations) to Trudeau in 45–60 minutes for CAD $11 with a OPUS card or $11 cash. STM métro does not reach the airport; the 747 Express bus handles the city-airport connection. Taxis from downtown are metered at roughly CAD $45–55.Uber and Lyft operate from designated pick-up zones at departures level. Driving via Highway 20 West is straightforward; the airport has structured parking directly attached to the terminal starting at CAD $5/30 min, with economy lots farther out.
YUL–SJO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from YUL to SJO
Montreal / Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) are connected by nonstop service from Air Canada and Air Transat. With 9 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
YUL to SJO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from YUL to SJO is about 5 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,529 miles (4,069 km). There are approximately 9 weekly flights outbound and 9 return, totaling 18 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Newark Liberty, Miami and Cancún. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.