Flying from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Tamarindo Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 50 minutes.
Tamarindo and San Jose share the UTC-6 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Every week, there are 29 Tamarindo Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your TNO to SJO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
SANSA has direct flights from Tamarindo Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in San Jose — and maybe even more of Costa Rica if you have time.
SANSA is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
SANSA is the most punctual carrier offering TNO to SJO flights, with 76.57% of its services landing on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
65 € is the lowest price for a one-way Tamarindo Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. Return flights start from 175 €. These prices can change depending on availability.
Book six months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from TNO to SJO.
The cheapest month for flights from Tamarindo Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from TNO to SJO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Tamarindo Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport.
Handy information about Tamarindo Airport (TNO)
When it comes to Tamarindo Airport's on-time performance, 77% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Tamarindo Airport from central Tamarindo, it takes around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near TNO? If you're boarding an early flight from Tamarindo Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Tamarindo Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Travel at your own speed with a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and chase adventure across San Jose and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport around three weeks before you set off.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Tamarindo Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your flight from Tamarindo Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TNO to SJO in January. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've done San Jose, now it's time to discover other parts of Costa Rica. Journey about 113 kilometres east to Limon to tick off its leading sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

