Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Paris: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 11 hours 30 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Paris is seven hours ahead of San Jose.
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most traveled route, with six weekly departures to pick from. You can travel from SJO to CDG at 19:25 with Air France.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your SJO to Paris flight.
Planning to travel during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You can book a direct Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris ticket. Begin your trip at SJO and touch down at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Book your ticket with Air France. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from SJO to Paris with a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers include:
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SJO is about 14 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SJO:
Of all flights departing from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Paris
250 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 569 €. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap flights from SJO to Paris, reserve your journey five months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for scoring cheap Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris tickets is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris takes about 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 27 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris. Book one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and explore beyond Paris's main sights.
Reserving your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from SJO to Paris can help you get the lowest rate.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Once your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Paris is roughly 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
Travelling by public transport will take around 55 minutes.
You'll find some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near ORY. Unwind and get cosy after your SJO to Paris flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from ORY one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a bigger selection of vehicles.
The address for Paris Orly Airport is 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris has arrived. Central Paris is around 88 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by cab or ride-share.
The journey will take you roughly 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
Book a hotel close to BVA and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you have a late SJO to Paris flight or just want to simplify your travel plans, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
Take the guesswork out of the next leg of your trip with a Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car. Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar are reliable rental providers.
If you're looking for a specific kind of vehicle, lock in your ride from BVA around three weeks ahead of your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris. This gives you a better chance of getting the car you want, along with a better deal.
Beauvais-Tille Airport can be found at Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and attractions can be busy. Plan your trip to Paris in the low season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SJO to Paris in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Paris
After booking your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Paris:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Louvre Museum, Eiffel Tower and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are essential stops on your Paris itinerary.
Explore more of France
You've done Paris, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Journey around 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to tick off its popular sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in France, head for Nantes, roughly 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are the start of reasons to visit.