Flying from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is seven hours behind Stuttgart and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Your STR to SJO flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Stuttgart Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between STR and SJO include:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Stuttgart Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is £356. A return fare right now is £471. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from STR to SJO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Stuttgart Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from STR to SJO.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Stuttgart Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Stuttgart Airport (STR)
Of all flights departing from Stuttgart Airport, 77.15% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Stuttgart to Stuttgart Airport is approximately 10 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near STR. Whether you're catching an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Book a hotel near SJO if you're on a late Stuttgart Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar to explore San Jose and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to central San Jose has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 miles away.
It typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Stuttgart Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit San Jose in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Stuttgart Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from STR to SJO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica waiting to be explored. About 70 miles east of San Jose, a visit to Limon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Alajuela is another well-known destination in Costa Rica and is around 11 miles north-west of San Jose. No trip is complete without experiencing La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
