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Data updated: 2026-10-28 13:23:54

San José (SJO) to Guatemala City (GUA) Flights

Compare flights from San José to Guatemala City, explore popular airlines, airports, and travel tips.
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SJO········· ·········GUA
Juan Santamaría International AirportLa Aurora International Airport
Distance
531 miles
Flight time
1h 35m
Time difference
GUA is 0h ahead
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Flights from San José to Guatemala City

All times are shown in local time. Prices are for one-way, per adult, including taxes and fees.

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Collected nonstop flight records from SJO to GUA on 2026-10-29
05:35SJOCST UTC−61h 30m
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07:05GUACST UTC−6$939.00One-way
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10:00SJOCST UTC−61h 30m
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11:30GUACST UTC−6$375.00One-way
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16:15SJOCST UTC−61h 35m
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17:50GUACST UTC−6$375.00One-way
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19:55SJOCST UTC−61h 41m
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21:36GUACST UTC−6$1,010.00One-way
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Flight route map

San José (SJO) to Guatemala City (GUA) Non-stop flight routes illustrated on a map.

Flights from San José (SJO), Alajuela Province, to Guatemala City (GUA), Guatemala Department, are shown on the map. Based on recorded flight history, the distance is approximately 531 miles.

Departure
Juan Santamaría International Airport · Alajuela Province, Costa Rica · 9° 59' 38" N 84° 12' 32" W
Flight route
531 miles · 1h 35m
Direction
307.26° (NW)
Geographic midpoint
The geographic midpoint is at latitude 12.30651, longitude -87.34056, approximately 265.7 miles from both airports.
Great-circle distance
531.4 miles
Driving route
601 miles · 12 hr 5 min
Time difference
GUA is 0h ahead
Destination
La Aurora International Airport · Guatemala Department, Guatemala · 14° 34' 58" N 90° 31' 39" W
Distance and time are approximate; flight schedules and local times may change.

Route information

Distance
531 miles
Average flight time
1h 35m
Time difference
GUA is 0h ahead
Route direction
The initial bearing on the course from San José to Guatemala City is 307.26°, and the compass direction is NW.

Airport information

Juan Santamaría International Airport

Juan Santamaría International Airport
San José, Alajuela Province, Costa Rica
9° 59' 38" N, 84° 12' 32" W
Elevation: 3,021 ft (921 m)
Time zone: CST UTC−6
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What's the weather like in San José and Guatemala City?

Temperature unit:

SJO · San José

80°FSunnyFeels like 88°F
Humidity
63%
Wind
4 mph
Precipitation
0 mm

GUA · Guatemala City

69°FMainly clearFeels like 69°F
Humidity
63%
Wind
10 mph
Precipitation
0 mm
Wed, Oct 2875°F | 58°FOvercast
Thu, Oct 2979°F | 58°FOvercast
Fri, Oct 3079°F | 60°FModerate drizzle
Sat, Oct 3176°F | 60°FFog
Sun, Nov 178°F | 59°FOvercast

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Everything you need to know for your flight from San José to Guatemala City

Which departure days are usually cheaper?

If you have flexibility with your travel dates, Tuesday and Wednesday departures are consistently your best bet for finding the lowest airfares. Across global flight routes, flying midweek can easily save you 10% to 20% compared to weekend departures, mainly because you avoid both Monday business trips and Friday weekend getaways. On the flip side, Fridays and Sundays tend to be the most expensive days of the week as leisure travelers head out and return. Another insider tip: opting for early morning flights (before 7:00 AM) or overnight red-eyes often unlocks additional savings while helping you breeze through airport security lines.

How far in advance do fares usually reach their lowest point?

There is no fixed booking window that guarantees the lowest fare for Costa Rica to Guatemala (CR-GT). Once your plans are clearer, compare prices for your intended dates and nearby alternatives, using the same cabin, baggage and change conditions. Choose a fare that fits your budget and flexibility; waiting can result in either lower prices or fewer suitable options.

Which travel month has the lowest reference fare, and by how much?

In average round-trip fares grouped by travel month over the past 12 months, Feb is lowest at USD 165. Compared with the selected date's calendar month average of USD 206, the difference is USD 41. This is not a quote for a specific date or nonstop flight.

Should I book now or wait for a lower fare?

The price calendar shows no later departure date with a reference fare below USD 375 for the selected date; if the date suits you, you may consider booking. Prices for different departure dates cannot predict whether the same flight will get cheaper later; check the latest price and availability before booking.

How much could changing the departure date by a few days save?

Among available departure dates within three days of the selected date, the same-currency reference nonstop fare of USD 375 on 2026-10-29 is tied for the lowest. Fares on different dates may not be for the same cabin or fare product; check the latest price and availability before booking.