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Currency and price comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
41%Trains in Cancun are 41% cheaper than in San Jose.
San Jose$1.59
Cancun$0.94
MealMid-priced restaurant
17%A meal in Cancun is 17% cheaper than a meal in San Jose.
San Jose$19.07
Cancun$15.75
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
88%Taxis are 88% more expensive in Cancun than in San Jose.
San Jose$2.93
Cancun$5.51
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
10%Coffee in Cancun is 10% cheaper than in San Jose.
San Jose$6.31
Cancun$5.69
Exchange rate
1 AUD = 12.76 MXN
1 MXN = 0.08 AUD
Last checked on Thu, 27/03
Distance: 1282 kms
San Jose airports
Cancun airports
Cancun (CUN)How far from city centre: 12 kms

Frequently asked questions about flights from San Jose to Cancun

How long does the flight take to go from San Jose to Cancun?
The total flight time between San Jose and Cancun is of around 02:40 hours on average, considering an average distance of 1,392 km, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How can I find cheap flights from San Jose to Cancun at Opodo?
The cheapest price for a flight from San Jose to Cancun is $141. 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 Cancun expensive to visit compared to San Jose?

If you compare transportation prices, the taxi ride in Cancun costs an average of 5.51 AUD, 88% more expensive than San Jose, with a fare of 2.93 AUD,

while train tickets costs 41% less in Cancun: 0.94 AUD against 1.59 AUD in San Jose.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 15.75 AUD in Cancun, 17% less than the 19.07 AUD in San Jose.

The price of the coffee is around 10% cheaper in Cancun, with an average of 5.69 AUD, while in San Jose the coffee costs 6.31 AUD.

Is it possible to purchase a flexible ticket for my flight from San Jose to Cancun?
At Opodo we want to make sure that your travel plans are not affected by any cancelation as well as any possible restrictions Mexico 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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