Flying from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, which makes San Jose seven hours behind Brussels.
Leave plenty of time to make your BRU to SJO flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Brussels Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BRU and SJO:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Currently, 424 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Brussels Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 615 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BRU to SJO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Brussels Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Brussels Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Brussels Airport (BRU)
Of all flights departing from Brussels Airport, 71.97% touch down on time at their destination.
Brussels Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Brussels. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near BRU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Brussels Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Reserve a hotel close to SJO if you're catching a late Brussels Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and find adventure across San Jose and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of San Jose. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Brussels Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit San Jose in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Brussels Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from BRU to SJO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've seen San Jose, now it's time to discover other parts of Costa Rica. Journey around 113 kilometres east to Limon to check off its popular sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in Costa Rica, head for Alajuela, about 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are highlights.