Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is six hours ahead of San Jose, where Juan Santamaria International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your SJO to Reykjavik flight.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book plane tickets from SJO to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of San Jose, SJO can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near SJO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Reykjavik
408 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return ticket right now is 869 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from SJO to Reykjavik. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik ticket.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
The distance from Keflavik Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik is roughly 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 55 minutes.
Consider booking a hotel near KEF if you're coming in on a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik. Settle into one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
To get the best deal, book your ride from Keflavik Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from SJO to Reykjavik.
Reykjavik Airport (RKV)
The centre of Reykjavik is located around 2 kilometres from Reykjavik Airport (RKV). After your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 10 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the ride to the centre takes 20 minutes or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to RKV. Here are a few options where you can check in after your SJO to Reykjavik flight:
Call dibs on the best options. Reserving your ride from RKV three weeks in advance often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
August is the busiest month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik. To skip the crowds, head to Reykjavik in January.
Before booking a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to Reykjavik in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Reykjavik
Start your Reykjavik trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Harpa and The Northern Light Centre are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Reykjavik to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Sun Voyager.
Explore more of Iceland
Akureyri is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Reykjavik. Around 241 kilometres away to the northeast, its best attractions include Kjarnaskógur, Nordurslod - Into the Arctic and Regnbogastiginn.
If there's time to check out another side of Iceland, consider Vestmannaeyjar, about 121 kilometres southeast of Reykjavik. Puffins of Westman Isles, Heimaey Island, Vestmanna Islands and Heimaklettur are key highlights.