Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Geneve Airport (GVA): what you need to know
The timezone in Geneva is UTC+1, which is seven hours ahead of San Jose.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your SJO to GVA flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Geneve Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SJO and GVA include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Geneve Airport (GVA)
R 6,652 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Geneve Airport flight. Return flights start at R 12,527. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SJO to GVA if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Geneve Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SJO to GVA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Geneve Airport.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
When it comes to Juan Santamaria International Airport's on-time performance, 79.83% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 2 hours 20 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near SJO. Whether you have an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Geneve Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Geneve Airport (GVA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to GVA if you're on a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Geneve Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Geneve Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and explore beyond Geneva's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Geneve Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Geneve Airport (GVA) to central Geneva
Geneve Airport to central Geneva has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Geneve Airport (GVA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Geneve Airport. March is the most popular month to head to Geneva. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in November.
When booking your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Geneve Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Geneva, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -5ºC (23ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SJO to GVA sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many places in Switzerland waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Geneva. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Around 193 kilometres north-east of Geneva, Basel is another essential stop in Switzerland. No visit is complete without checking out Basel Minster, Bistro Kunstmuseum Basel and Rhine River Cruises.
