Travelling from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.
San Jose is two hours behind Atlanta and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Each week, there are 20 Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flights. To get going early, select the 06:00 Frontier Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 19:30 with Delta Air Lines.
Your ATL to SJO flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Delta Air Lines is your gateway to exploring San Jose (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Costa Rica!). Check out the direct flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Delta Air Lines on this route.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier operating ATL to SJO flights, with 67.23% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ATL and SJO:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Rs25,991 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs62,965. These fares can change depending on availability.
Score cheap tickets from ATL to SJO by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Finding cheap flights from ATL to SJO is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
76.64% of flights that depart Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near ATL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Follow your own route with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and experience more of San Jose and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to central San Jose has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Jose. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you'd like to explore San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ATL to SJO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've seen San Jose, now it's time to explore other parts of Costa Rica. Travel around 113 kilometres east to Limon to check off its popular sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Costa Rica, head for Alajuela, roughly 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are key reasons to visit.
