Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO): what you need to know
The timezone in Rome is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of San Jose.
To ensure you get on your SJO to FCO flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SJO and FCO:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
243 € is the lowest price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Return flights start at 544 €. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SJO to FCO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
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Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Of all flights departing from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to SJO:
Arriving at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near FCO instead:
Pick up a Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport rental car and discover Rome and beyond with your own set of wheels. Surprice, RentSmart24 and Noleggiare are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to central Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport to the centre of Rome has a drive time of around 40 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Rome. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in January.
Before locking in your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Rome, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SJO to FCO in January. Temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) then.
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