Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Dallas: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dallas.
Dallas's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as San Jose (the location of Juan Santamaria International Airport).
With 12 flights a week between the two airports, Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the busiest route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 00:01. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from SJO to DFW is with American Airlines at 23:59.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your SJO to Dallas flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Direct Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dallas tickets are available for booking. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) will be your arrival point.
Book your favourite seat with American Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dallas.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from SJO to Dallas. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these airports:
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Located around 14 kilometres from central San Jose, SJO can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Searching for a hotel near SJO? If you're catching an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dallas, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
79% of flights leaving from Juan Santamaria International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Dallas
130 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dallas flight. A return plane ticket starts at 247 €. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from SJO to Dallas, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dallas ticket.
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Airports in Dallas
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
The distance from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to central Dallas is roughly 32 kilometres. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dallas. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DFW instead:
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from SJO to Dallas.
The address for DFW is 2400 Aviation Dr.
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
The centre of Dallas is around 13 kilometres from Dallas Love Field (DAL). Once your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dallas has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 20 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 45 minutes or so.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near DAL. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your SJO to Dallas flight at any of these well-located options:
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Reserving your ride from DAL three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider selection of vehicles.
You can find Dallas Love Field at 8008 Cedar Springs Road.
Best time to go to Dallas
July is the most popular month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dallas. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Dallas in January.
The warmest month in Dallas is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 41ºC (106ºF). Book your Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dallas plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SJO to Dallas around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Dallas
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Dallas right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dallas:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Winspear Opera House, Meyerson Symphony Centre and Dallas Museum of Art are must-visits when exploring Dallas.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Dallas, now it's time to discover other corners of the United States. Journey about 370 kilometres south to Houston to check off its top sights. From The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Beck Building to Houston Museum of Natural Science and The Menil Collection, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
San Antonio is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 402 kilometres southwest of Dallas. No journey is complete without a visit to San Antonio River Walk, San Antonio River walk and Alamo Plaza.