Flying from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, making San Jose six hours behind Durham.
Your MME to SJO flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Many travellers pass through Amsterdam Airport Schiphol on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Currently, Rs230,595 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Durham Tees Valley Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs302,156. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from MME to SJO, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)
67.01% of flights that leave from Durham Tees Valley Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Durham Tees Valley Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Durham. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MME? If you're catching an early flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Durham Tees Valley Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and find adventure across San Jose and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks ahead.
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 takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Jose. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you'd like to visit San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MME to SJO sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited San Jose, now it's time to discover other corners of Costa Rica. Journey about 113 kilometres east to Limon to tick off its top sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another side of Costa Rica, head for Alajuela, about 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are among its highlights.
