Flying from Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) is Atlanta's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) departing from here.
Around 4 hours is how long you'll be in the air on a direct Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight.
San Jose is one hour behind Atlanta. Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) is the most popular route. There are 11 direct flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with Delta Air Lines at 7:30pm. Opt for the first ATL to SJO departure with Delta Air Lines at 9:45am if you'd rather get going earlier.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Atlanta to SJO. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting away during a peak month like March? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Atlanta
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
You can find a direct flight from Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) out of Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL).
Delta Air Lines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport departing from ATL.
Delta is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from ATL to SJO.
Among carriers operating on this route, Delta leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Atlanta to SJO with a stopover. To explore all the options departing from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between ATL and SJO include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Atlanta, ATL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays close to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
ATL's address is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Grab a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are popular providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central San Jose. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Currently, R 2,512 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,610. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Atlanta to SJO, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Atlanta to SJO.
Lock in a cheap flight from Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport by using filters. Choose your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
October is the quietest month for flights from Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), while January is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit San Jose based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book a Atlanta to SJO plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Jose to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January when temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about San Jose
After booking your flight from Atlanta to Juan Santamaria International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Jose:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. National Park (Parque Nacional), Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central) are top attractions which should be on any good San Jose itinerary.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of San Jose. Around 129 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
Around 153 kilometres northwest of San Jose, Liberia is another essential stop in Costa Rica. Start your sightseeing at Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste.