Flying from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is three hours behind Mendoza and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MDZ to SJO flight.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from El Plumerillo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Tocumen International Airport is a popular stopover on the MDZ to SJO route.
How to find the cheapest flights from El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way El Plumerillo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is 243 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 460 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MDZ to SJO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from El Plumerillo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about El Plumerillo International Airport (MDZ)
El Plumerillo International Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 86.17% of flights that depart MDZ reach their destination on time.
Central Mendoza to El Plumerillo International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MDZ? If you're boarding an early flight from El Plumerillo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Consider staying in a hotel near SJO if you have a late El Plumerillo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and chase adventure across San Jose and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
From Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from El Plumerillo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Jose. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from El Plumerillo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you want to go to San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MDZ to SJO in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've done San Jose, now it's time to discover other parts of Costa Rica. Journey about 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 eager to discover another side of Costa Rica, head for Alajuela, about 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are the start of reasons to visit.
