Travelling from V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is two hours behind Saint John's and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your ANU to SJO flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as March, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from V.C. Bird International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between ANU and SJO include:
Miami International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way V.C. Bird International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is 320 €. A return plane ticket right now is 922 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ANU to SJO if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from V.C. Bird International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from ANU to SJO.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from V.C. Bird International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about V.C. Bird International Airport (ANU)
When it comes to V.C. Bird International Airport's on-time performance, 72.01% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Saint John's to V.C. Bird International Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near ANU. Whether you're taking an early flight from V.C. Bird International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SJO if you're catching a late V.C. Bird International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and discover San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
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 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from V.C. Bird International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit San Jose based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from V.C. Bird International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you want to visit San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ANU to SJO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica just waiting to be explored. Around 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Alajuela is another sought-after destination in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No trip is complete without seeing La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
