Flying from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Asheville Airport (AVL): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your SJO to AVL flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Asheville Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between SJO and AVL:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport
Orlando International Airport
Fort Lauderdale International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Asheville Airport (AVL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Asheville Airport flight is R 4,795. A return fare right now is R 5,403. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SJO to AVL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Asheville Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SJO to AVL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Asheville Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
79% of flights that take off from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport from central San Jose, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Asheville Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SJO:
Arriving at Asheville Airport (AVL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Asheville Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AVL instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Asheville Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Thrifty or Ace Rent a Car and explore beyond Asheville's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Asheville Airport around one week in advance.
When to fly to Asheville Airport (AVL)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Asheville Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Asheville. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Asheville is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Asheville Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SJO to AVL in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Asheville has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. Around 483 kilometres north of Asheville, a visit to Columbus will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in the United States, consider Charlotte, roughly 161 kilometres east of Asheville. Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame are highlights.
