Traveling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Atlanta: what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4. The city is two hours ahead of San Jose, where Juan Santamaria International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Choose from 11 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SJO to ATL is the 07:00 Delta Air Lines service. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 15:35 with Delta Air Lines.
Leave enough time to make your SJO to Atlanta flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Begin your trip at SJO and travel nonstop to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). That will be your arrival point when searching for Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta tickets.
Book your favorite seat with Delta Air Lines. This well-known airline operates direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from SJO to Atlanta with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
The journey from central San Jose to SJO takes about 2 hours 20 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometers in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SJO:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Juan Santamaria International Airport, data shows 79.83% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Atlanta
AED 747 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta flight. A return flight ticket right now is AED 1,417. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Get cheap flights from SJO to Atlanta by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
The best month for scoring cheap Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The center is roughly 18 kilometers away.
It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes if you're using public transport.
Look into staying at a hotel near ATL if you have a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and explore Atlanta and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks before your flight from SJO to Atlanta can help you lock in the lowest rate.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Visit Atlanta in peak season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before locking in your Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SJO to Atlanta in January when temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Atlanta
Start your Atlanta trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Atlanta, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and Piedmont Park are popular attractions which should feature on any well-planned Atlanta itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. About 467 kilometers south-east of Atlanta, a visit to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Charlotte is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 370 kilometers north-east of Atlanta. No journey is complete without visiting NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.