Travelling from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is 14 hours behind Denpasar.
Your DPS to SJO flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up 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 like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
711 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ngurah Rai International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Return flights start from 1.673 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from DPS to SJO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
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Handy information about Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS)
66.23% of flights that depart Ngurah Rai International Airport land at their destination on time.
Ngurah Rai International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Denpasar. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near DPS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Ngurah Rai International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Follow your own route with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and venture far and wide through San Jose and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of San Jose. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Jose. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Ngurah Rai International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DPS to SJO in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another essential stop in Costa Rica. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.