Flying from Belize City to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. The city's timezone is UTC-6 — the same as Belize City.
Your flight from Belize City to SJO won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Popular months like January or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Belize City
Belize City Philip SW Goldson Intl Airport (BZE)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Belize City to SJO. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Belize City Philip SW Goldson Intl Airport (BZE). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Traveling from central Belize City to BZE takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Belize City Philip SW Goldson Intl Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Belize City to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Belize City Philip SW Goldson Intl Airport has an excellent on-time performance, reducing the likelihood of delays. Departures from BZE make it to their destination as scheduled 83% of the time.
Belize City Municipal Airport (TZA)
The distance from Belize City's city center to TZA is about 3 kilometers. Take into account transport options and possible delays when planning the best way to get to the airport.
Kick off your vacation early with an additional night away from home. Before your Belize City to SJO flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Belize City Municipal Airport:
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Belize City to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Belize City to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
From Juan Santamaria International Airport, central San Jose is around 18 kilometers away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city center by car.
If you're traveling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belize City to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belize City to Juan Santamaria International Airport is AED 1,011. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 1,401. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Belize City to SJO. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Belize City to Juan Santamaria International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Belize City to SJO.
Save on your flight from Belize City to Juan Santamaria International Airport by using the search filters. Select your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Belize City to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. December is the quietest month to go to San Jose. January is when most people book flights from Belize City to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Belize City to SJO plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Belize City to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January when temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about San Jose
Start your San Jose trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Belize City to Juan Santamaria International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
National Park (Parque Nacional) and Central Park (Parque Central) are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your San Jose must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Precolumbian Gold Museum.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be discovered after you've experienced San Jose. Around 129 kilometers away to the east, top sights here include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
Liberia is another sought-after destination in Costa Rica and is around 153 kilometers northwest of San Jose. No journey is complete without seeing Museo de Guanacaste, Mirador de Liberia and Catarata oropendola.
