Travelling from Cuzco Airport (CUZ) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, making San Jose one hour behind Cuzco.
Leave plenty of time to catch your CUZ to SJO flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to tour a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cuzco Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Bogota Airport is a popular stop between CUZ and SJO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cuzco Airport (CUZ) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Cuzco Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight is 205 €. A return fare right now is 414 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CUZ to SJO, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Cuzco Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cuzco Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport.
Handy information about Cuzco Airport (CUZ)
74% of flights that depart Cuzco Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Cuzco Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Cuzco. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CUZ? If you're catching an early flight from Cuzco Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cuzco Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar to explore San Jose and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport about three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good 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 around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Cuzco Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit San Jose based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Cuzco Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport for March if you'd like to go to San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CUZ to SJO in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited San Jose, now it's time to explore more of Costa Rica. Travel about 113 kilometres east to Limon to tick off its must-visit sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños, there's plenty to keep you busy.