Travelling from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 55 minutes.
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is two hours behind Fort Lauderdale.
Every week, there are 11 Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flights. If you want to take off early, take the 10:00 JetBlue Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 23:25 with Spirit Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your FLL to SJO flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
JetBlue Airways has direct flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in San Jose — and maybe even more of Costa Rica if you have time.
JetBlue Airways is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
JetBlue Airways is the most punctual carrier operating FLL to SJO flights, with 68.42% of its services arriving on schedule.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between FLL and SJO include:
Orlando International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Rafael Nunez International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
At the moment, Rs22,587 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs57,229. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from FLL to SJO, reserve your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from FLL to SJO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
You'll find FLL at 320 Terminal Drive.
73.74% of flights that depart Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport from central Fort Lauderdale, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to FLL:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Grab a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
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'll take around 2 hours 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit San Jose based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FLL to SJO in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica you should also see. About 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular 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 a visit to La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.