Travelling from Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, which makes San Jose two hours behind Nassau.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your NAS to SJO flight.
Flying during a peak month such as March? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between NAS and SJO include:
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Lynden Pindling International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is 228 €. A round-trip fare is currently 313 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NAS to SJO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from NAS to SJO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS)
Of all flights leaving Lynden Pindling International Airport, 74.77% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Nassau to Lynden Pindling International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near NAS. Whether you're taking an early flight from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you're getting in on a late Lynden Pindling International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SJO:
Grab a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own set of wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to the centre of San Jose has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to San Jose in May.
When booking your flight from Lynden Pindling International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NAS to SJO in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
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 should also see. About 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Alajuela is another well-known destination in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No journey is complete without visiting La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
