Travelling from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to London Gatwick Airport is 10 hours 25 minutes.
London's timezone is UTC+0, which makes London six hours ahead of San Jose.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your SJO to LGW flight.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Travelling to London (and then discovering more of the United Kingdom!) is a snap with British Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to London Gatwick Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is British Airways.
British Airways ranks as the top on-time carrier for SJO to LGW flights, with 80.95% of its services landing on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to London Gatwick Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SJO and LGW include:
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Madrid Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight is R 5,971. A return plane ticket is currently R 12,034. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from SJO to LGW by booking at least ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Plan your trip for March. That's the cheapest month for flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to London Gatwick Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
79% of flights departing from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport reach their destination on time.
San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is around 18 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a handy hotel near SJO? If you're catching an early flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to London Gatwick Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
If you're landing on a late San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to London Gatwick Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near LGW:
Follow your own route with a London Gatwick Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, U-Save or Drivalia and discover more of London and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from London Gatwick Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of London. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
The quietest month for a flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to London Gatwick Airport is March, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to London Gatwick Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SJO to LGW sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've visited London, now it's time to explore other parts of the United Kingdom. Journey about 257 kilometres north-west to Manchester to check off its top sights. From Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour to The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.