Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Drake Bay Airport (DRK): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Drake Bay Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 50 minutes.
Take your pick of 23 weekly Juan Santamaria International Airport to Drake Bay Airport flights. The 07:40 departure with SANSA Regional is the earliest flight available. SANSA Regional operates the last service of the day at 12:00.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SJO to DRK flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
SANSA Regional has direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Drake Bay Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Drake Bay — and maybe even more of Costa Rica if you have time.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is SANSA Regional.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Drake Bay Airport (DRK)
R 1,416 is currently the best price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Drake Bay Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 3,524. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap tickets from SJO to DRK by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Drake Bay Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Drake Bay Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Of the flights that depart from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% arrive on time at their destination.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near SJO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Drake Bay Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Drake Bay Airport (DRK)
If you're arriving on a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Drake Bay Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near DRK:
Getting from Drake Bay Airport (DRK) to central Drake Bay
From Drake Bay Airport, Drake Bay is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Drake Bay Airport (DRK)
The quietest month for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Drake Bay Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Drake Bay based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Drake Bay is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Drake Bay Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to DRK in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be explored after you've seen Drake Bay. Around 145 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Costa Rica, consider Limon, roughly 161 kilometres north-east of Drake Bay. Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon are among its highlights.
