$108 Cheap Flights from San José (SJO) to Medellín (MDE)

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Cheap Flights from San José to Medellín (SJO-MDE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $108 for one-way flights and $215 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Copa
Fri, May 16 - Wed, May 21
SJO
San José
MDE
Medellin
$215 Roundtrip, just found
$215
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, May 16 from San José to Medellin, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $215 just found
Copa
Sat, May 24 - Mon, May 26
SJO
San José
MDE
Medellin
$217 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sat, May 24 from San José to Medellin, returning Mon, May 26, priced at $217 found 5 hours ago
Copa
Thu, Jun 5 - Sun, Jun 8
SJO
San José
MDE
Medellin
$218 Roundtrip, just found
$218
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Thu, Jun 5 from San José to Medellin, returning Sun, Jun 8, priced at $218 just found
Copa
Sun, Apr 27 - Sat, May 3
SJO
San José
MDE
Medellin
$228 Roundtrip, just found
$228
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Sun, Apr 27 from San José to Medellin, returning Sat, May 3, priced at $228 just found
Copa
Mon, Aug 11 - Fri, Aug 15
SJO
San José
MDE
Medellin
$231 Roundtrip, just found
$231
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from San José to Medellin, returning Fri, Aug 15, priced at $231 just found
Copa
Fri, May 16 - Wed, May 21
SJO
San José
MDE
Medellin
$231 Roundtrip, just found
$231
Roundtrip
just found
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, May 16 from San José to Medellin, returning Wed, May 21, priced at $231 just found
Arajet
Wed, May 7 - Fri, May 9
SJO
San José
MDE
Medellin
$333 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$333
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Arajet flight, departing Wed, May 7 from San José to Medellin, returning Fri, May 9, priced at $333 found 4 days ago
avianca
Wed, Jun 25 - Fri, Jun 27
SJO
San José
MDE
Medellin
$338 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$338
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select avianca flight, departing Wed, Jun 25 from San José to Medellin, returning Fri, Jun 27, priced at $338 found 1 day ago
World Ticket Ltd
Mon, Dec 15 - Mon, Dec 22
SJO
San José
MDE
Medellin
$585 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$585
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select World Ticket Ltd flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from San José to Medellin, returning Mon, Dec 22, priced at $585 found 10 hours ago
Euroairlines
Mon, May 19 - Fri, May 23
SJO
San José
MDE
Medellin
$610 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$610
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Euroairlines flight, departing Mon, May 19 from San José to Medellin, returning Fri, May 23, priced at $610 found 2 hours ago
Flights from San José (SJO) to Medellín (MDE)
Origin airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport
José María Córdova Intl.
Airlines serving
Arajet, Copa, Euroairlines, World Ticket Ltd, avianca
Roundtrip price
$215
Distance
655 mi

San José to Medellín Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San José to Medellín

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San José to Medellín are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San José to Medellín with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San José to Medellín

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San José to Medellín: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San José to Medellín

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San José to Medellín in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $108 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San José to Medellín flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San José to Medellín airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) start at $350. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Avianca flight leaving SJO on May 21 2025 and touching down at MDE. The price was last updated on April 24 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SJO to MDE?
The cheapest flights from SJO to MDE are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE)?
When jetting out of Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), you can get on a direct flight to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) with AVIANCA.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SJO to MDE?
With fares starting at $175 for a one-way flight from SJO to MDE, Avianca is currently the cheapest airline operating this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SJO on May 25 2025. Prices were last updated on April 24 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE)?
On average, you’ll only find 1 nonstop flight departing from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) per day. If this doesn’t work for you, think about flights with layovers. Just filter your search results on Expedia to include one stop or more to find a better alternative.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE)?
The 3 PM departures from SJO to MDE see the highest demand. These flights can come with a higher price due to their popularity. If you want to save on your fare, book during off-peak hours.
What day of the week has the most flights from SJO to MDE?
Fly on a Thursday if you’re after the best selection of flights from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE).
What is the earliest flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE)?
The earliest flight out of Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is at around 9:02AM UTC-6. Board this flight and you’ll touch down at Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) at approximately 12:08PM UTC-5. The overall travel time is 2h 6m.
How long does it take to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE)?
It takes approximately 1 hour and 56 minutes to cover the 660 mi from SJO to MDE.
What airline has the least delays from SJO to MDE?
Consider booking with AVIANCA if you’d like to fly straight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) without any delays. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 91%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE)?
Book a flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Medellin from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Browse your flight options from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE). This is the only airport in Medellin you can land at if you’re taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SJO to MDE shortly before your getaway is generally more expensive. But if there’s some wiggle room with your schedule, you could land a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SJO to MDE flight and hotel package?
You’ll generally save money by booking a SJO to MDE flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s simple to manage it all in one convenient place. After selecting your preferred flights and accommodations, you can add extras such as car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) to Jose Maria Cordova Intl. Airport (MDE)?
In most cases, you can cancel or modify your SJO to MDE flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you made your booking more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline’s policies and fees on flight changes, or if you need more details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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