Flying from Melbourne to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with working out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) out of here.
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is 17 hours behind Melbourne. Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose.
Your flight from Melbourne to SJO won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers offer the opportunity to explore a new city or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from Melbourne to SJO, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is one option when leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
On public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in about 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 50 minutes.
You're off on holiday, so why not book an extra night away at a hotel near Avalon Airport? Before your Melbourne to SJO flight, check yourself in to Corio Bay Motel.
Most flights that leave Avalon Airport reach their destination as expected. It maintains a strong on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Book a hotel near SJO if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Settle into one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Grab a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and discover San Jose and beyond with your own set of wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central San Jose. The time it takes to get there by cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
Travelling by public transport takes about 2 hours 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Rs205,554 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Return flights start from Rs307,853. These prices can change depending on demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to SJO. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Melbourne to Juan Santamaria International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Locking in a cheap flight ticket from Melbourne to SJO is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a price drop.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Melbourne to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
May is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Melbourne to SJO flight ticket departing in March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in San Jose to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Melbourne to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January when temperatures are between 12ºC and 26ºC.
More about San Jose
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in San Jose right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Juan Santamaria International Airport:
Every great adventure has to include some sightseeing. National Park (Parque Nacional), Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central) are must-do's during your San Jose adventure.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be discovered once you've seen San Jose. Around 129 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
If you want to check out another great destination in Costa Rica, consider Liberia, roughly 153 kilometres north-west of San Jose. Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste are highlights.
