Travelling from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is 11 hours 30 minutes behind Mumbai.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BOM to SJO flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between BOM and SJO include:
Frankfurt Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is R 12,933. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 23,497. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BOM to SJO, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BOM to SJO.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, data shows 61.63% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport from central Mumbai, it takes around 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near BOM. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you're landing on a late Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near SJO:
Pick up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are leading providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
From Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 2 hours 20 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BOM to SJO in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a visit to Limon will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Alajuela is another must-experience destination in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No trip is complete without dropping by La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
