Flying from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is three hours behind Halifax.
To ensure you get on your YHZ to SJO flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is ج.م. 11,294. A round-trip plane ticket right now is ج.م. 23,577. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from YHZ to SJO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
Of the departures from Halifax Stanfield International Airport, 56.27% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Halifax to Halifax Stanfield International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to YHZ? If you're catching an early flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SJO if you're taking a late Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Jose and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central San Jose. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to San Jose in May.
Lock in your flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you want to explore San Jose during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from YHZ to SJO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited San Jose, now it's time to discover more of Costa Rica. Travel around 113 kilometres east to Limon to check off its must-visit sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. No visit is complete without checking out La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
