Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE): what you need to know
San Jose and Belize City share the same timezone, UTC-6.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SJO to BZE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SJO and BZE include:
Tocumen International Airport
La Aurora International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
Currently, 284 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 259 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from SJO to BZE. That's because airlines adjust prices 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 Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SJO to BZE.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
When it comes to Juan Santamaria International Airport's on-time performance, 79.83% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Juan Santamaria International Airport from central San Jose, it takes about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 2 hours 20 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to SJO? If you've booked an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
Book a hotel close to BZE if you're catching a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Travel at your own speed with a Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Budget or Alamo and see more of Belize City and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport about two weeks before you travel.
Getting from Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE) to central Belize City
Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Belize City. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport (BZE)
The quietest month for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport is May, while December is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Belize City based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Philip S.W. Goldson International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. September is the warmest month in Belize City, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SJO to BZE in January. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Belize
San Ignacio is just one of the many cities in Belize waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Belize City. Around 97 kilometres away to the south-west, check out popular attractions including Green Iguana Conservation Project, Shawville Community Park and Cahal Pech Museum.
Around 72 kilometres north-west of Belize City, Orange Walk is another essential stop in Belize. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Park, Playground, Football, Basketball, Lamanai and Marcus Canul Community Park.