Travelling from Limon Airport (LIO) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Limon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is 45 minutes.
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Limon.
You can choose from 21 weekly Limon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your LIO to SJO flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as April? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
SANSA is your ticket to exploring San Jose (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Costa Rica!). Check out the direct flights from Limon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is SANSA.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate for LIO to SJO flights is SANSA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Limon Airport (LIO) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
R 2,253 is the best price for a one-way Limon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 4,323. These fares may change based on availability.
Book 11 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LIO to SJO.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Limon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Limon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport.
Handy information about Limon Airport (LIO)
Of all flights leaving Limon Airport, 65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Limon Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Limon. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Limon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to LIO:
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Limon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Grab a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport rental car and discover San Jose and beyond with your own set of wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport about three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to the centre of San Jose has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour to get there by public transport.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Limon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Limon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LIO to SJO in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited San Jose, now it's time to discover more of Costa Rica. Journey about 113 kilometres east to Limon to tick off its must-visit sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños, there's plenty to keep you busy.
