Flying from Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Puerto Vallarta and San Jose share the same timezone, UTC-6.
Leave enough time to make your PVR to SJO flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Puerto Vallarta Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between PVR and SJO include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Handy information about Puerto Vallarta Airport (PVR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Puerto Vallarta Airport, data shows 73% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Puerto Vallarta Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Puerto Vallarta. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Catching an early flight from Puerto Vallarta Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to PVR:
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
If you're arriving on a late Puerto Vallarta Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near SJO:
Travel at your own speed with a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and venture far and wide through San Jose and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Puerto Vallarta Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Puerto Vallarta Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from PVR to SJO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.