Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Brussels: what you need to know
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1. The city is seven hours ahead of San Jose, where Juan Santamaria International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SJO to Brussels flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from SJO to Brussels, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The journey from central San Jose to SJO takes about 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near SJO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brussels or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
When it comes to Juan Santamaria International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.83% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Brussels
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brussels flight is 297 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 678 €. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from SJO to Brussels, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when looking for your Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brussels ticket.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brussels by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest.'
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
The distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is roughly 14 kilometres. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brussels, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Pick up a Brussels Airport rental car and discover Brussels and beyond with your own set of wheels. Keddy By Europcar, Alamo and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Brussels Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from SJO to Brussels.
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
The centre of Brussels is located around 56 kilometres from Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL). Once your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brussels has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 55 minutes.
The journey will take about 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel close to CRL. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SJO to Brussels flight:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Brussels S. Charleroi Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Check out the availability and rates from Keddy By Europcar, Thrifty and Budget.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Securing your ride from CRL two weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Brussels
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brussels. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are usually higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Brussels in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
Book a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brussels plane ticket with a departure in August to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SJO to Brussels around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Brussels
Start your Brussels trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brussels, browse our range of hotels including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Atomium, Grand Place and Manneken Pis are must-visits when exploring Brussels.
Explore more of Belgium
Ostend is just one of the many places in Belgium waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Brussels. Around 113 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Fort Napoleon, The Crystal Ship and Leopoldpark.
Verviers is another sought-after destination in Belgium and is around 113 kilometres east of Brussels. No journey is complete without a visit to Quai Pierre Rapsat, Parc de Séroule and Parc de la Tourelle.
