Flying from Lafayette Airport (LFT) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Lafayette and San Jose follow the same timezone, UTC-6.
Your LFT to SJO flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like November, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lafayette Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LFT and SJO:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lafayette Airport (LFT) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Lafayette Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight is R 4,527. A round-trip fare right now is R 9,328. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from LFT to SJO, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Lafayette Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from LFT to SJO is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lafayette Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport.
Handy information about Lafayette Airport (LFT)
You'll find LFT at 200 Terminal Drive.
80% of flights leaving Lafayette Airport arrive at their destination on time. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of LFT.
To get to Lafayette Airport from central Lafayette, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 35 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near LFT. Whether you're taking an early flight from Lafayette Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Lafayette Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Explore without limits with a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and experience more of San Jose and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central San Jose. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Lafayette Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. April is the most popular month to visit San Jose. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Lafayette Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport for March if you want to explore San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LFT to SJO in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
