Travelling from Asuncion Airport (ASU) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is three hours behind Asuncion.
To ensure you catch your ASU to SJO flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like September? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Asuncion Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between ASU and SJO include:
Madrid Airport
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Asuncion Airport (ASU) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Asuncion Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight is R 4,037. A round-trip fare is currently R 7,794. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ASU to SJO if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Asuncion Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from ASU to SJO by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Asuncion Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Asuncion Airport (ASU)
Asuncion Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 84% of flights that depart ASU arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To get to Asuncion Airport from central Asuncion, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Asuncion Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to ASU:
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
If you're coming in on a late Asuncion Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SJO:
Travel at your own pace with a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and find adventure across San Jose and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to central San Jose has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Asuncion Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. April is the busiest month to head to San Jose. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Asuncion Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ASU to SJO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be explored once you've seen San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
