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Flights from San José to Guadalajara

Nonstop flights from San José (SJO) to Guadalajara (GDL) take about 3h 27m (2,356 km). Volaris flies it. Lowest fare seen: $188 one-way, 1 stop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airport transfer

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Before you flyAirport lounges at San Jose Juan Santamaría →2 lounges at San Jose Juan Santamaría AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresGDL to Guadalajara: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Guadalajara →10 drop-off points

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Airlines flying San José to Guadalajara

Carriers on SJO–GDL according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Frequently asked questions — San José to Guadalajara flights

How long is the flight from San José to Guadalajara?
A nonstop flight from San José (SJO) to Guadalajara (GDL) takes about 3h 27m, covering 2,356 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is San José from Guadalajara by air?
The great-circle distance between Juan Santamaría International Airport and Guadalajara International Airport is 2,356 km (1,464 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from San José to Guadalajara?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SJO–GDL route include Volaris. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from San José to Guadalajara cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SJO–GDL was $188 USD with Aeromexico (1 stop), departing 29 Jan 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
Do I need a visa to travel from San José to Guadalajara?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Guadalajara visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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