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  4. San Jose - Quito

Book cheap flights from San Jose to Quito from $171

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Thu, 7 May
Avianca
Avianca1 stop
SJO - UIO
-11 %
191$
171$
Prime price per passenger
Thu, 23 Apr
Avianca
Avianca1 stop
SJO - UIO
196$
176$
Prime price per passenger
The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Cheapest time to fly from San Jose to Quito

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of April. Take advantage of this per
week: 27 Apr - 3 May
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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
70%Trains in Quito are 70% cheaper than in San Jose.
San Jose$1.52
Quito$0.50
MealMid-priced restaurant
53%A meal in Quito is 53% cheaper than a meal in San Jose.
San Jose$15.19
Quito$7.15
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
36%A taxi fare in Quito is 36% cheaper than in San Jose.
San Jose$3.37
Quito$2.14
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
28%Coffee in Quito is 28% cheaper than in San Jose.
San Jose$5.92
Quito$4.29
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 0.71 USD
1 USD = 1.43 AUD
Last checked on Thu, 19/03
Distance: 1288 kms
San Jose airports
Quito airports
Mariscal Sucre (UIO)How far from city centre: 12 kms

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When do you want to depart from San Jose? Adjust your travel dates and explore a wide range of options to Quito. With Opodo, you can find the perfect flight from our extensive selection, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable trip. Compare prices, flight durations, and amenities to choose the best option that suits your needs.


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But wait, there's more! Enhance your travel experience by booking a hotel and renting a car along with your flight. It's easier and often cheaper to book everything together. Choose the best offer from San Jose to Quito and get ready for an incredible journey. Enjoy your holiday, and remember to fasten your seatbelt. We’re ready for takeoff!

Frequently asked questions about flights from San Jose to Quito

How long does the flight take to go from San Jose to Quito?
The total flight time between San Jose and Quito is of around 3 h and 55 m on average, considering an average distance of 1,288.17 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
On average, how much is the price of a flight from San Jose to Quito?
When you fly from San Jose to Quito the average price is $308.58. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.
How can I find cheap flights from San Jose to Quito at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from San Jose to Quito is $171. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is Quito expensive to visit compared to San Jose?
If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Quito costs an average of 2.14 AUD, 36% cheaper than San Jose, with a fare of 3.37 AUD,
while train tickets costs 67% less in Quito: 0.50 AUD against 1.52 AUD in San Jose.
If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 7.15 AUD in Quito, 53% less than the 15.19 AUD in San Jose.
The price of the coffee is around 28% cheaper in Quito, with an average of 4.29 AUD, while in San Jose the coffee costs 5.92 AUD.
Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from San Jose to Quito?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Ecuador may apply when travelling from San Jose. Is your flight cancelled? We've got your back! With our flexible ticket guarantee you can decide if you want to book another flight - free of rebooking fee - or get a full refund!

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