Travelling from Buenos Aires to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll board your flight from Buenos Aires to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) and Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE) are the main airports in Buenos Aires.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. The city operates on the UTC-6 timezone and is three hours behind Buenos Aires.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Buenos Aires to SJO.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Buenos Aires
Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP)
AEP is about 14 kilometres from central Buenos Aires. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Jorge Newbery Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Buenos Aires to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will put you conveniently close to check-in:
83.76% of flights leaving Jorge Newbery Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to experience delays when setting off from AEP.
Ministro Pistarini Airport (EZE)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Buenos Aires to Juan Santamaria International Airport, check out these options when departing from Ministro Pistarini Airport:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)
You can reach EZE from central Buenos Aires in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Buenos Aires to SJO flight? Unwind in a hotel near Ministro Pistarini Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Flights from Ministro Pistarini Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 83.93% of them touching down as planned.
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Reserve a hotel near SJO if you have a late flight from Buenos Aires to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and discover more of San Jose and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Buenos Aires to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central San Jose. How long it'll take to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Buenos Aires to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
201 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Buenos Aires to Juan Santamaria International Airport. A return flight starts from 369 €. These fares may change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Buenos Aires to SJO if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Affordable Buenos Aires to Juan Santamaria International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Buenos Aires to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
May is the quietest month for flights from Buenos Aires to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to San Jose based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Buenos Aires to SJO plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Jose to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Buenos Aires to Juan Santamaria International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Jose
Once you've booked your flight from Buenos Aires to Juan Santamaria International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Jose:
National Park (Parque Nacional) and Jurassic World are just a couple of the top attractions to add to your San Jose travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Central Park (Parque Central).
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be explored after 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 essential stop in Costa Rica. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste.