Travelling from Glasgow to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
Lay the groundwork for your adventure by working out where you'll catch your flight from Glasgow to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Glasgow International Airport (GLA) and Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) are Glasgow's main airports.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. The city runs on the UTC-6 timezone and is six hours behind Glasgow.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Glasgow to SJO.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Glasgow to SJO with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Glasgow International Airport (GLA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between GLA and SJO include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
GLA is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Glasgow International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Glasgow to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Glasgow International Airport, data shows 70.07% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
PIK is about 48 kilometres from central Glasgow. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 55 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Glasgow Prestwick Airport the day before your Glasgow to SJO flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Glasgow Prestwick Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 76.7%.
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Glasgow to Juan Santamaria International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near SJO:
Hit the road running by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar to explore San Jose and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Glasgow to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Central San Jose is roughly 14 kilometres from Juan Santamaria International Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do some research ahead of your trip.
It typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Glasgow to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Glasgow to Juan Santamaria International Airport is R 8,138. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 13,875. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Glasgow to SJO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Affordable Glasgow to Juan Santamaria International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Glasgow to SJO.
Find a cheap flight from Glasgow to Juan Santamaria International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal duration, departure time and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Glasgow to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
May is the quietest month for flights from Glasgow to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to go to San Jose based on whether you want 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). Book your Glasgow to SJO plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Glasgow to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about San Jose
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in San Jose right here. Browse these hotels once you've booked your flight from Glasgow to Juan Santamaria International Airport:
Your visit to San Jose isn't complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions worth exploring include National Park (Parque Nacional), Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central).
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica you should also see. About 129 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
Liberia is another sought-after destination in Costa Rica and is around 153 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No trip is complete without dropping by Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste.