Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Vancouver: what you need to know
Vancouver is one hour behind San Jose, where Juan Santamaria International Airport is located. Vancouver runs on the UTC-7 timezone.
Allow plenty of time to make your SJO to Vancouver flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from SJO to Vancouver. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
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 traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near SJO. Whether you have an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights departing from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Vancouver
The best price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver flight is 152 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 314 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from SJO to Vancouver if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The distance from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and explore beyond Vancouver's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week before your flight from SJO to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
The centre of Vancouver is about 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). Once your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 5 minutes.
The journey will take roughly 15 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near CXH. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your SJO to Vancouver flight:
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from CXH ahead of time so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Abbotsford Airport (YXX) is about 64 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. It'll take you about 1 hour to reach the city centre by cab or ride-share after your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver.
Public transport can get you there in roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near YXX and go from the runway to resting in a snap. Whether you have a late SJO to Vancouver flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these accommodation options are all about convenience:
Be in the driver's seat of the next part of your trip with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise are reliable rental providers.
About one week before your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver is a good time to secure your vehicle from YXX. You're more likely to get a better rate or catch some early booking discounts.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Before scheduling your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Vancouver offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
Before booking a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SJO to Vancouver in December when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF).
More about Vancouver
Start your Vancouver trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Vancouver, browse our range of hotels including:
Granville Island and Stanley Park are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Vancouver must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Science World.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel around 274 kilometres east to Kelowna to tick off its top sights. From Kasugai Japanese Garden to Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver, Kamloops is another essential stop in Canada. Experience major highlights starting with Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.
