Flying from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
San Jose is two hours ahead of Seattle. Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Seattle to SJO.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise move.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Seattle to SJO that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SEA and SJO include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
SEA is around 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
80% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of SEA.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
PAE is about 40 kilometres from central Seattle. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Seattle to SJO flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Seattle Paine Field International Airport:
The majority of flights that leave Seattle Paine Field International Airport land at their destination right on cue. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 80%.
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near SJO:
To get the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks in advance of your Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 18 kilometres from the centre of San Jose. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 1 hour to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
ج.م. 12,010 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport. A return flight starts from ج.م. 26,278. These fares can change depending on demand.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Seattle to SJO. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
January is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Visit San Jose in December if you prefer a quieter experience.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Seattle to SJO plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC.
More about San Jose
Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Jose:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. National Park (Parque Nacional), Central Park (Parque Central) and Precolumbian Gold Museum are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned San Jose itinerary.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've seen San Jose, now it's time to discover more of Costa Rica. Travel about 129 kilometres east to Limon to check off its leading sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another side of Costa Rica, head for Liberia, about 153 kilometres northwest of San Jose. Museo de Guanacaste, Mirador de Liberia and Catarata oropendola are highlights.
