Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG): what you need to know
The timezone in Rio De Janeiro is UTC-3, which is three hours ahead of San Jose.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SJO to GIG flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between SJO and GIG include:
Tocumen International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
Miami International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
At the moment, 188 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 342 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SJO to GIG, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from SJO to GIG.
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Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Juan Santamaria International Airport, data shows 79.83% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central San Jose to Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SJO? If you've booked an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near GIG instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Foco, Localiza or Movida and venture far and wide through Rio De Janeiro and beyond.
Booking your ride from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) to central Rio De Janeiro
Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport to central Rio De Janeiro has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG)
July is the most popular month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Rio De Janeiro in May.
When reserving your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Galeao Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Rio De Janeiro, with temperatures ranging from 22ºC (72ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to GIG in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Brazil
Sao Paulo is just one of the many cities in Brazil waiting to be discovered once you've seen Rio De Janeiro. Around 354 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Sao Paulo Museum of Art, Ibirapuera Park and Paulista Avenue.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Brazil, consider Belo Horizonte, about 338 kilometres north of Rio De Janeiro. Abilio Barreto Historical Museum, Matiz Arte Objeto and Deck Vertedouro are highlights.