Travelling from L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is three hours behind Hamilton.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your BDA to SJO flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from L.F. Wade International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BDA and SJO:
Miami International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
361 € is the lowest price for a one-way L.F. Wade International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 607 €. These prices may change based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BDA to SJO, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a flight from L.F. Wade International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from BDA to SJO.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from L.F. Wade International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA)
L.F. Wade International Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from BDA arrive on schedule 83.2% of the time.
L.F. Wade International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Hamilton. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near BDA. Whether you're catching an early flight from L.F. Wade International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Book a hotel close to SJO if you have a late L.F. Wade International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and discover San Jose and beyond with your own set of wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
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 around 20 minutes.
It takes around 2 hours 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from L.F. Wade International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from L.F. Wade International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BDA to SJO sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be explored once you've seen San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another essential stop in Costa Rica. Experience major highlights starting with La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
