Flying from Charlottetown Airport (YYG) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is three hours behind Charlottetown.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your YYG to SJO flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Charlottetown Airport (YYG) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Right now, R 4,059 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Charlottetown Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 14,295. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YYG to SJO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Charlottetown Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from YYG to SJO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Charlottetown Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Charlottetown Airport (YYG)
Of the departures from Charlottetown Airport, 68.91% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Charlottetown Airport from central Charlottetown, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near YYG. Whether you've booked an early flight from Charlottetown Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you're getting in on a late Charlottetown Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near SJO:
Follow your own route with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and venture far and wide through San Jose and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central San Jose. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Charlottetown Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Jose. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Charlottetown Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YYG to SJO sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be explored once you've seen San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another essential stop in Costa Rica. Start your sightseeing at La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
