Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Atlanta: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta is 4 hours 5 minutes.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Atlanta is two hours ahead of San Jose.
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the most popular route, with 11 weekly departures to pick from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from SJO to ATL is with Delta Air Lines at 15:35. Opt for the first departure with Delta Air Lines at 07:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To avoid rushing for your SJO to Atlanta flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're flying during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Start your trip at SJO and travel nonstop to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta tickets.
Book your seat with Delta Air Lines. This popular airline offers direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from SJO to Atlanta with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Located around 14 kilometres from central San Jose, SJO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Have an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SJO:
Of all flights departing from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Atlanta
R 1,715 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 3,117. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from SJO to Atlanta by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The distance from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ATL:
Travel at your own speed with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and discover more of Atlanta and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from SJO to Atlanta.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Visit Atlanta in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SJO to Atlanta in January when temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Atlanta
After booking your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Atlanta:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and Piedmont Park are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Atlanta itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Charlotte is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. No journey is complete without visiting NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.