Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Santa Elena Airport (FRS): what you need to know
Your SJO to FRS flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santa Elena Airport. La Aurora International Airport is a top stopover on the SJO to FRS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Santa Elena Airport (FRS)
R 3,223 is currently the best price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santa Elena Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 6,914. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from SJO to FRS, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santa Elena Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SJO to FRS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santa Elena Airport.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
79.83% of flights taking off from Juan Santamaria International Airport reach their destination on time.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near SJO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santa Elena Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Santa Elena Airport (FRS)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santa Elena Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FRS instead:
Explore without limits with a Santa Elena Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Avis or Enterprise and venture far and wide through Flores and beyond.
Give yourself a better shot at snagging the lowest price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Santa Elena Airport at least a few weeks in advance is a good move.
Getting from Santa Elena Airport (FRS) to central Flores
Santa Elena Airport to the centre of Flores has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 2 kilometres away.
When to fly to Santa Elena Airport (FRS)
The quietest month for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santa Elena Airport is May, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Flores based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Flores is April, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Santa Elena Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SJO to FRS sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Guatemala
Flores is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Guatemala just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres south of Flores, a visit to Guatemala City will keep you busy. Start with attractions like National Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology, Cathedral of Guatemala City and La Aurora Zoo.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Guatemala, consider Mixco, roughly 274 kilometres south of Flores. Municipal Salayá Ecological Park, Las Fuentes Ecological Park and San José Buena Vista are among its highlights.
