Flying from Bangor International Airport (BGR) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Bangor.
Your BGR to SJO flight won't wait if you're 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 travelling internationally.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bangor International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between BGR and SJO:
Newark Liberty International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangor International Airport (BGR) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Currently, Rs46,218 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bangor International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs123,290. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from BGR to SJO, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Bangor International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Bangor International Airport (BGR)
The address for BGR is 287 Godfry Boulevard.
Bangor International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 80.41% of flights that take off from BGR land on time.
To reach Bangor International Airport from central Bangor, it takes around 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BGR. Whether you're catching an early flight from Bangor International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bangor International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central San Jose. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bangor International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to San Jose in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Bangor International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BGR to SJO in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica you'll want to see. Around 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Alajuela is another essential stop in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No trip is complete without visiting La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
