Flying from Exeter International Airport (EXT) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is six hours behind Exeter.
To ensure you catch your EXT to SJO flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Exeter International Airport (EXT) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Rs179,458 is the lowest price for a one-way Exeter International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs367,079. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from EXT to SJO, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Exeter International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Exeter International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Exeter International Airport (EXT)
61.22% of flights leaving from Exeter International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Exeter International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Exeter. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Exeter International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to EXT:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you're getting in on a late Exeter International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SJO:
Begin your adventure 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 main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
From Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Exeter International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to San Jose in May.
When booking your flight from Exeter International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from EXT to SJO sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Alajuela is another well-known destination in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No journey is complete without dropping by La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
