Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Seattle: what you need to know
Seattle is two hours behind San Jose, where Juan Santamaria International Airport is located. Seattle observes the UTC-8 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your SJO to Seattle flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even visit a new city. When searching for plane tickets from SJO to Seattle, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
SJO is around 14 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
In search of a hotel near SJO? If you've booked an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Seattle, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
79% of flights that take off from Juan Santamaria International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Seattle
228 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Seattle flight. A return ticket right now is 461 €. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SJO to Seattle if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Seattle ticket.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SJO to Seattle by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Seattle by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to central Seattle takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
Book a hotel near SEA if you have a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Seattle. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Booking your ride from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from SJO to Seattle can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
After your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Seattle has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 40 kilometres from Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near PAE. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your SJO to Seattle flight:
Lock in the vehicle you want, not just what's available, by securing your ride from PAE before your arrival. You can also avoid last-minute price surges, especially during peak travel times.
King County International Airport (BFI)
Step off your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Seattle and head straight for your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. The centre of Seattle is around 11 kilometres from King County International Airport (BFI) and typically takes 20 minutes to reach driving.
If you travel by public transport, the journey takes about 35 minutes.
If you don't want to make your way to the centre, choose a hotel near BFI. Check in to one of these stays after your SJO to Seattle flight:
Booking a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Seattle is always smart. Along with better deals, you'll be able to choose the vehicle make and model you prefer at BFI.
Best time to go to Seattle
It's time to figure out your travel dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Seattle. July is the most popular month for a trip to Seattle. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Seattle is August, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Juan Santamaria International Airport to Seattle plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SJO to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Seattle
Once you've booked your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Seattle, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Seattle:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. Pike Place Market, Space Needle and Seattle Skyline are essential stops on your Seattle itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Seattle has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a trip to Portland will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Portland Japanese Garden, Peninsula Park Rose Garden and Beyond Van Gogh Portland.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Riverside State Park, Spokane Falls (Upper Falls) and Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes.
