Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ): what you need to know
Barranquilla is one hour ahead of San Jose and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your SJO to BAQ flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SJO and BAQ include:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport flight is 98 €. A round-trip plane ticket is currently 223 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from SJO to BAQ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SJO to BAQ.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Of the flights that depart from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% touch down on time at their destination.
Central San Jose to Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near SJO:
Arriving at Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BAQ instead:
Follow your own route with an Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Localiza, Green Motion or Alamo and venture far and wide through Barranquilla and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ) to central Barranquilla
Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport to the centre of Barranquilla has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport (BAQ)
The quietest month for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Barranquilla based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Barranquilla is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SJO to BAQ sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Colombia
Barranquilla is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Colombia waiting to be discovered. About 97 kilometres south-west of Barranquilla, a trip to Cartagena will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Walled City of Cartagena, Museo del Oro Zenu and La Popa Monastery.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Colombia, consider Cucuta, about 434 kilometres south-east of Barranquilla. Plaza Parque Santander, Malecon and Brinki's DYSANTY are key reasons to visit.