Travelling from Venice to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Venice to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) and Treviso Airport (TSF) are the main airports in Venice.
San Jose is seven hours behind Venice. Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose, which runs on the UTC-6 timezone.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Venice to SJO. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Venice
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
Travelling from central Venice to VCE takes about 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Venice Marco Polo Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Venice to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Venice Marco Polo Airport, data shows 75.29% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Treviso Airport (TSF)
TSF is about 40 kilometres from central Venice. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Venice to SJO flight? Relax in a hotel near Treviso Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Treviso Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 70.17%.
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Have a late flight from Venice to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near SJO and fast-forward to bedtime:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Venice to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Central San Jose is about 14 kilometres from Juan Santamaria International Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Venice to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Venice to Juan Santamaria International Airport is 310 €. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 596 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Venice to SJO if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Venice to Juan Santamaria International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Venice to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Venice to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). July is the most popular month to visit San Jose. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Venice to SJO plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Venice to Juan Santamaria International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Jose
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Jose right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Venice to Juan Santamaria International Airport:
You'll find loads of fantastic things to do in San Jose when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at National Park (Parque Nacional) followed by Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central).
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've seen San Jose, now it's time to discover other corners of Costa Rica. Travel around 129 kilometres east to Limon to check off its must-visit sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Liberia is another sought-after destination in Costa Rica and is around 153 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No trip is complete without seeing Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste.
