Which airports can I use when flying from Thunder Bay to San José?

Flights from Thunder Bay to San José usually depart from Thunder Bay (YQT) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Thunder Bay to San José?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Thunder Bay to San José.

Which airports do connecting flights from Thunder Bay to San José pass through?

Most connecting flights from Thunder Bay to San José pass through Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Thunder Bay to San José?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Thunder Bay to San José. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,116 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at C$ 1,545, a difference of C$ 429. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Which popular places can I visit in San José?

Some of the most popular sights in San José are Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Parque Nacional, and Parque Metropolitano La Sabana. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

How long does a flight from Thunder Bay to San José take?

A direct flight from Thunder Bay to San José takes 00m, covering 6,906 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Thunder Bay to San José?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from Thunder Bay to San José looking right now?

One-way fares from Thunder Bay to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 878, which is 88% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Thunder Bay and San José?

San José is 1 hour behind Thunder Bay (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?

San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 42 for economy cars. Top options include: • Priceless • Avis • Budget • Alamo • Payless

How much is a round-trip flight from Thunder Bay to San José?

Round-trip flights from Thunder Bay to San José typically range from C$ 1,116 to C$ 1,432. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 738, on Air Canada.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Thunder Bay to San José?

Air Canada (C$ 738) and United Airlines (C$ 799) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Thunder Bay to San José according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Thunder Bay to San José?

Flights via Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of C$ 1,234. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Thunder Bay to San José, which airport offers the shortest layover?

Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) had the shortest average connection time for Thunder Bay to San José layovers at 9h 10m over the past three months.

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Cheapest round-trip

C$ 738

Typical prices: C$ 1,116-C$ 1,432

Air Canada

Thu 29/11Sun 2/12

YQT - SJO • 1 stop

Cheapest one-way flights

C$ 810

Typical prices: C$ 389-C$ 489

United Airlines

Mon 17/12

YQT - SJO • 2 stops

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There are currently no direct flights between Thunder Bay and San José. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

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November

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Thunder Bay to San José

Sun, 29 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

5:15 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.YQT Thunder Bay-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

30h 15m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

9:20 a.m. - 4:06 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YQT Thunder Bay

29h 46m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 738Air Canada

3+ days ago

Sun, 29 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

11:20 a.m. - 11:50 p.m.YQT Thunder Bay-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 30m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

9:20 a.m. - 10:06 a.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YQT Thunder Bay

47h 46m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 743Air Canada

3+ days ago

Wed, 20 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan

5:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.YQT Thunder Bay-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

32h 15m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:25 p.m. - 10:36 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YQT Thunder Bay

32h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 799United Airlines

3+ days ago

Sun, 29 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

11:20 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.YQT Thunder Bay-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

8:45 a.m. - 10:06 a.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YQT Thunder Bay

24h 21m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 799Air Canada

3+ days ago

Thu, 21 Jan - Sat, 6 Feb

5:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.YQT Thunder Bay-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

32h 15m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:15 p.m. - 4:06 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YQT Thunder Bay

24h 51m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 800United Airlines

3+ days ago

Wed, 20 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan

5:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.YQT Thunder Bay-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

32h 15m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:25 p.m. - 10:36 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YQT Thunder Bay

32h 11m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 818United Airlines

19 hours ago

Wed, 20 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan

5:15 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.YQT Thunder Bay-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

30h 15m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

8:45 a.m. - 4:06 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YQT Thunder Bay

30h 21m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 826Air Canada

19 hours ago

Wed, 20 Jan - Fri, 22 Jan

5:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.YQT Thunder Bay-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

8:45 a.m. - 4:06 p.m.SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-YQT Thunder Bay

30h 21m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 826Air Canada

1 day ago

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How much is a round-trip flight from Thunder Bay to San José? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Thunder Bay to San José departing in november.

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High season	February
Cheapest flight	C$ 738

The most popular month to fly with an average 11% increase in traveller numbers.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Thunder Bay to San José?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Thunder Bay to San José.
How long does a flight from Thunder Bay to San José take?
A direct flight from Thunder Bay to San José takes 00m, covering 6,906 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Thunder Bay to San José?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How are flight prices from Thunder Bay to San José looking right now?
One-way fares from Thunder Bay to San José are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 878, which is 88% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?
San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 42 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Priceless
• Avis
• Budget
• Alamo
• Payless
Which airports can I use when flying from Thunder Bay to San José?
Flights from Thunder Bay to San José usually depart from Thunder Bay (YQT) and arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
Which airports do connecting flights from Thunder Bay to San José pass through?
Most connecting flights from Thunder Bay to San José pass through Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Thunder Bay to San José?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 28% on flights from Thunder Bay to San José. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 1,116 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at C$ 1,545, a difference of C$ 429.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Thunder Bay and San José?
San José is 1 hour behind Thunder Bay (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which popular places can I visit in San José?
Some of the most popular sights in San José are Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, Parque Nacional, and Parque Metropolitano La Sabana. These are among the most viewed places in San José on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 1,116, about C$ 429 less than Tuesday fares (28% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Thunder Bay to San José trip for November. Fares historically average C$ 832 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 713 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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