Travelling from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Cancun International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is one hour behind Cancun.
Every week, there are 16 Cancun International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flights. If you want to jet off as early as possible, jump on the 10:14 Volaris flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 17:48 with Volaris Costa Rica.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your CUN to SJO flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
Volaris Costa Rica has direct flights from Cancun International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in San Jose — and maybe even more of Costa Rica if you have time.
Most travellers choose to travel with Volaris Costa Rica on this route.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cancun International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between CUN and SJO:
Tocumen International Airport
El Salvador International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cancun International Airport (CUN) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
£77 is the lowest price for a one-way Cancun International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. A return flight starts from £149. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from CUN to SJO, reserve your trip six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Cancun International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CUN to SJO.
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Handy information about Cancun International Airport (CUN)
72.87% of flights that depart Cancun International Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Cancun International Airport from central Cancun, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 12 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near CUN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cancun International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Cancun International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and discover more of San Jose and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
From Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 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 Cancun International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to San Jose. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Cancun International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you want to go to San Jose during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CUN to SJO in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of San Jose. Around 70 miles away to the east, check out popular attractions including Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Around 11 miles north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another essential stop in Costa Rica. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.