Flying from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Montevideo Airport (MVD): what you need to know
The timezone in Montevideo is UTC-3, which is three hours ahead of San Jose.
To ensure you catch your SJO to MVD flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Montevideo Airport. These are the top stopovers between SJO and MVD:
Miami International Airport
Bogota Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
Handy information about San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
79% of flights that take off from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport from central San Jose, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near SJO. Whether you've booked an early flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Montevideo Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Montevideo Airport (MVD)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MVD if you're catching a late San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Montevideo Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Montevideo Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Punta Car or FlexWays and chase adventure across Montevideo and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Montevideo Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Montevideo Airport (MVD)
The quietest month for a flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Montevideo Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Montevideo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Montevideo Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Montevideo, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to MVD in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
Explore more of Uruguay
You've done Montevideo, now it's time to explore other parts of Uruguay. Journey around 418 kilometres north-west to Salto to check off its top sights. From Hot Springs of Arapey to Acuamania and Lago Salto Grande. Salto, Uruguay, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Uruguay, head for Paysandu, roughly 338 kilometres north-west of Montevideo. Museo de la Tradición, Catedral Basilica de Paysandu and Palacio Rizzo are highlights.
