Travelling from Bogota Airport (BOG) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Bogota Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 20 minutes.
San Jose is one hour behind Bogota and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Flights from BOG to SJO start from 05:35 — the earliest with Wingo. The last departure is at 23:05 with AVIANCA. Overall, you can take your pick of 21 weekly Bogota Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your BOG to SJO flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as November? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Avianca has direct flights from Bogota Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in San Jose — and maybe even more of Costa Rica if your schedule allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Avianca.
With 78.79% of services arriving as scheduled, Copa Airlines Colombia is the most punctual carrier offering BOG to SJO flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Bogota Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between BOG and SJO include:
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Medellin Jose Maria Cordova Airport
Cartagena Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bogota Airport (BOG) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
Currently, 155 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bogota Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 261 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book 11 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BOG to SJO.
The cheapest month for flights from Bogota Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bogota Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Bogota Airport (BOG)
Of the departures from Bogota Airport, 71% land on schedule at their destination.
Bogota Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Bogota. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 55 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near BOG. Whether you have an early flight from Bogota Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
Book a hotel close to SJO if you're taking a late Bogota Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own set of wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to central San Jose has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Bogota Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. April is the most popular month to visit San Jose. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Bogota Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport for March if you'd like to visit San Jose during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from BOG to SJO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've done San Jose, now it's time to explore other parts 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 Playa Los Baños, there's plenty to keep you on the go.


