Travelling from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, making San Jose one hour ahead of Tijuana.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your TIJ to SJO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Right now, R 2,052 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tijuana Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 4,467. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from TIJ to SJO, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Tijuana Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from TIJ to SJO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Tijuana Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
Of all flights departing from Tijuana Airport, 63.47% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Tijuana Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Tijuana. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport will take about 3 hours 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Tijuana Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to TIJ:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Consider booking a hotel near SJO if you're on a late Tijuana Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to the centre of San Jose has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Tijuana Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to San Jose in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Tijuana Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from TIJ to SJO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica you should also see. About 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a visit to Limon will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
If you're ready to explore another corner of Costa Rica, head for Alajuela, about 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are highlights.