Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Paris: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris and you'll be in the air for around 11 hours 30 minutes.
Paris is seven hours ahead of San Jose, where Juan Santamaria International Airport is located. Paris runs on the UTC+1 timezone.
With seven flights a week between the two airports, Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is the most popular route. Hop on Air France's 19:25 flight to get your trip from SJO to CDG underway.
To avoid rushing for your SJO to Paris flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can book a direct Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris ticket. Start your journey at SJO and touch down at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG).
Air France is a leading airline that offers direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from SJO to Paris, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The journey from central San Jose to SJO takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to SJO:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Juan Santamaria International Airport, data shows 79% of flights complete their journey on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Paris
The best price we've seen for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris flight is R 6,332. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 13,847. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from SJO to Paris by booking four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
September is the best month for scoring an amazing deal on Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is around 26 kilometres from the centre of Paris. If you're getting a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 35 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Reserving your ride from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from SJO to Paris can help you lock in the lowest rate.
The address for CDG is 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Central Paris is located around 14 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). After your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 25 minutes.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 40 minutes or so.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and rest at a hotel near ORY. Here are a few options where you can kick back after your SJO to Paris flight:
Don't pay more than you need to. Booking your ride one week before your arrival at ORY can help you lock in a better rate.
You can find Paris Orly Airport at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Set your sights on the city centre after your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris has touched down. Central Paris is about 88 kilometres from Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach by taxi or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, the journey time is about 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, head for a hotel close to BVA. Get settled at one of these options after your SJO to Paris flight:
Plan ahead and get the perks. Book your vehicle from BVA three weeks before your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris for the best rates.
The address for Paris Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris. July is the most popular month to visit Paris. If you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, go in January.
Book a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC (55ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -2ºC (28ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from SJO to Paris around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Paris
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Paris right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Paris:
Louvre Museum and Eiffel Tower are a couple of big attractions to put on your Paris to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Musee d'Orsay.
Explore more of France
Lyon is just one of the many places in France waiting to be discovered after you've seen Paris. Around 386 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Fête Des Lumières, Lyon Old Town and Cite Internationale de la Gastronomie de Lyon.
Nantes is another essential stop in France and is around 338 kilometres southwest of Paris. No trip is complete without a visit to Machines of the Isle Nantes, Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne and Basilique Saint Nicolas.
