Travelling from Bangkok to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
Bangkok has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Bangkok to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is 13 hours behind Bangkok. Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bangkok to SJO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
High season means busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Whether you're eager to discover a new place on the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to SJO.
BKK is about 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Have an early flight from Bangkok to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
Of all flights departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport, 67.87% land on schedule at their destination.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
With public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Bangkok to SJO flight? Kick back in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your adventure officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 66.48%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on time.
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bangkok to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Pick up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own set of wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are popular outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Bangkok to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to central San Jose is roughly 14 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
It typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
502 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Juan Santamaria International Airport. A return flight starts at 975 €. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Bangkok to SJO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Bangkok to Juan Santamaria International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bangkok to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Visit San Jose in May for a more laid-back experience.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Bangkok to SJO plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Juan Santamaria International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about San Jose
Start your San Jose trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Juan Santamaria International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
National Park (Parque Nacional) and Jurassic World are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your San Jose to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Central Park (Parque Central).
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be discovered once you've seen San Jose. Around 129 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
Around 153 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Liberia is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste.