Travelling from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 50 minutes.
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, which makes San Jose two hours behind Washington DC.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your BWI to SJO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Getting to San Jose (and then discovering more of Costa Rica!) is a breeze with Southwest Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Southwest Airlines.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for BWI to SJO flights is Southwest Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BWI and SJO:
Miami International Airport
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Rs26,024 is currently the best price for a one-way Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs62,860. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from BWI to SJO.
The cheapest month for flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Of all flights leaving Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, 77.13% land on time at their destination.
Central Washington DC to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to BWI:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Reserve a hotel close to SJO if you're taking a late Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Check in to one of these 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 and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Jose and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle 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 to central San Jose has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It'll take around 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to San Jose. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BWI to SJO in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've seen San Jose, now it's time to discover other corners of Costa Rica. Travel around 113 kilometres east to Limon to tick off its leading sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.