Flying from Bucharest to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
San Jose is eight hours behind Bucharest. Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Your flight from Bucharest to SJO won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Bucharest to SJO that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between OTP and SJO include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Bucharest, OTP can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 35 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Bucharest to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport, 71% arrive on time at their destination.
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Bucharest to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and experience more of San Jose and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Bucharest to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Central San Jose is around 18 kilometres from Juan Santamaria International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bucharest to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
468 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Bucharest to Juan Santamaria International Airport. A return flight starts at 795 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Bucharest to SJO, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Bucharest to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Bucharest to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). January is the busiest month to visit San Jose. If you prefer a quieter vibe, head there in October.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Bucharest to SJO plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bucharest to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about San Jose
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in San Jose right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from Bucharest to Juan Santamaria International Airport:
National Park (Parque Nacional) and Jurassic World are a couple of big attractions to put on your San Jose travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Central Park (Parque Central).
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica you'll want to see. Around 129 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
Liberia is another favourite destination in Costa Rica and is around 153 kilometres northwest of San Jose. No trip is complete without dropping by Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste.