Travelling from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Florence Airport (FLR): what you need to know
Florence is seven hours ahead of San Jose and follows the UTC+1 timezone.
Your SJO to FLR flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Florence Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SJO and FLR:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Florence Airport (FLR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Florence Airport flight is R 8,347. A return plane ticket right now is R 15,571. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SJO to FLR, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Florence Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from SJO to FLR.
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Handy information about San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
Of the departures from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, 79% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport from central San Jose, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Florence Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to SJO:
Arriving at Florence Airport (FLR)
Reserve a hotel near FLR if you're catching a late San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Florence Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Florence Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, Noleggiare or RentSmart24 to explore Florence and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Florence Airport around two weeks ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Florence Airport (FLR)
The quietest month for a flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Florence Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Florence based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Florence is August, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Florence Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SJO to FLR in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Rome is just one of the many places in Italy waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Florence. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Italy, head for Milan, roughly 257 kilometres north-west of Florence. Leonardo's Last Supper Museum, Teatro alla Scala and Milan Cathedral are among the biggest draws.
