Travelling from Billings Airport (BIL) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Billings.
To ensure you catch your BIL to SJO flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as September? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Billings Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BIL and SJO:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Handy information about Billings Airport (BIL)
BIL's address is 1901 Terminal Circle, Room 216.
Billings Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart BIL arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Billings Airport from central Billings, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near BIL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Billings Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Billings Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central San Jose. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Billings Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit San Jose based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Billings Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BIL to SJO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be explored once you've seen San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
