Travelling from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Guadalajara Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
Guadalajara and San Jose are in the same timezone, UTC-6.
Take your pick of three weekly Guadalajara Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flights. The 19:49 departure with Volaris Costa Rica is the earliest available. Volaris Costa Rica operates the latest service of the day at 20:34.
To ensure you catch your GDL to SJO flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Volaris Costa Rica is your gateway to discovering San Jose (and perhaps some other great corners of Costa Rica!). Check out the direct flights from Guadalajara Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport offered by this airline.
Volaris Costa Rica is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guadalajara Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between GDL and SJO:
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Mexico City Juarez International Airport
Panama City Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Guadalajara Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight is Rs38,141. A round-trip fare right now is Rs70,605. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GDL to SJO if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Guadalajara Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time searching for cheap flights from GDL to SJO by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Guadalajara Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport.
Handy information about Guadalajara Airport (GDL)
Of all flights leaving Guadalajara Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Guadalajara to Guadalajara Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
The trip on public transport usually takes 45 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near GDL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Guadalajara Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
If you're coming in on a late Guadalajara Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SJO:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your ride from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport about three weeks before you travel.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Guadalajara Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. April is the most popular month to head to San Jose. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Guadalajara Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport for March if you want to explore San Jose during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from GDL to SJO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be explored once you've seen San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
