Travelling from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is seven hours behind Valencia and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your VLC to SJO flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Valencia Airport (VLC) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Right now, 295 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Valencia Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 636 €. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from VLC to SJO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Valencia Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Valencia Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Valencia Airport (VLC)
78.56% of flights taking off from Valencia Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Valencia Airport from central Valencia, it takes around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Valencia Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to VLC:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Valencia Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Explore without limits with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and venture far and wide through San Jose and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to the centre of San Jose has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Valencia Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to San Jose in May.
Book your flight from Valencia Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you want to go to San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from VLC to SJO sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited San Jose, now it's time to discover other corners of Costa Rica. Journey about 113 kilometres east to Limon to check off its top sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Costa Rica, head for Alajuela, about 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are the start of reasons to visit.
