Flying from Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Oaxaca and San Jose share the UTC-6 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your OAX to SJO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month like March? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Xoxocotlan Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between OAX and SJO:
Benito Juarez International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
99 € is currently the best price for a one-way Xoxocotlan Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Return flights start from 351 €. These prices may change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from OAX to SJO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Xoxocotlan Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from OAX to SJO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Xoxocotlan Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX)
Of the flights that depart from Xoxocotlan Airport, 72.16% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Xoxocotlan Airport from central Oaxaca, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Xoxocotlan Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to OAX:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Book a hotel close to SJO if you're taking a late Xoxocotlan Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and find adventure across San Jose and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
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 by car.
Getting there by public transport takes about 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Xoxocotlan Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to San Jose. If you like a more low-key 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 Xoxocotlan Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from OAX to SJO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be explored after you've seen San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
