Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of San Jose.
To ensure you catch your SJO to DEL flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SJO and DEL:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Pearson International Airport
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
R 8,441 is the best price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 15,448. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from SJO to DEL. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SJO to DEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
79.83% of flights departing from Juan Santamaria International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central San Jose to Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SJO? If you've booked an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Consider booking a hotel close to DEL if you have a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Avis or North Car Hire and chase adventure across New Delhi and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Indira Gandhi International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
From Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit New Delhi. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in New Delhi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to DEL in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
New Delhi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. About 3 kilometres west of New Delhi, a trip to Delhi will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Naqqar Khana, Sita ram park and JU Park-2.
Around 386 kilometres south-east of New Delhi, Kanpur is another favourite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
