Travelling from Stockholm to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Planning your flight from Stockholm to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) begins with finding the right airport to start your journey. Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN), Bromma Airport (BMA) and Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO) are the main terminals in Stockholm.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. The city operates in the UTC-6 timezone and is 7 hours behind Stockholm.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Stockholm to SJO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.
Airports in Stockholm
Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Stockholm to SJO. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN). Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Airport (AMS)
From central Stockholm, ARN is approximately 40 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or check the official airport website to find the best way to arrive at the terminal.
After an easy start to your journey? Stay near Stockholm Arlanda Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from Stockholm to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Bromma Airport (BMA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Stockholm to BMA in about 53 minutes. The airport is roughly 10 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Stockholm to SJO? Relax in a hotel near Bromma Airport before your adventure officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you have a late flight from Stockholm to Juan Santamaria International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SJO:
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
From Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 2 hours and 22 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
For a one-way ticket from Stockholm to Juan Santamaria International Airport, ج.م. 19,716 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return trip from just ج.م. 40,270. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change based on availability.
To score cheap tickets from Stockholm to SJO, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Stockholm to Juan Santamaria International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. We'll let you know when prices go down. Timing is key when finding cheap tickets from Stockholm to SJO.
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The best time to fly from Stockholm to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Stockholm to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to San Jose. If you like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Stockholm to SJO for March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Jose to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Stockholm to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January when temperatures average between 12ºC and 26ºC.
More about San Jose
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Jose right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Stockholm to Juan Santamaria International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura are must-visits when exploring San Jose.
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