Traveling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is 16 hours behind Brisbane and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your BNE to SJO flight.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Brisbane Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Many passengers pass through Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport when flying between BNE and SJO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
AED 2,421 is the lowest price for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. A return flight starts at AED 4,178. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BNE to SJO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Brisbane Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
When it comes to Brisbane Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.16% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Brisbane Airport from central Brisbane, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near BNE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you're landing on a late Brisbane Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SJO:
Travel at your own pace with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and see more of San Jose and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is roughly 18 kilometers from the center of San Jose. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Brisbane Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit San Jose. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Brisbane Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you'd like to visit San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BNE to SJO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited San Jose, now it's time to discover other parts of Costa Rica. Journey around 113 kilometers east to Limon to check off its leading sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 18 kilometers north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another favorite stop in Costa Rica. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.