Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, which makes San Jose seven hours behind Milan.
Your MXP to SJO flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MXP and SJO:
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Madrid Airport
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Milan Malpensa Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight is Rs105,832. A return plane ticket is currently Rs213,188. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MXP to SJO, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport.
Handy information about Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP)
76% of flights leaving from Milan Malpensa Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Milan Malpensa Airport from central Milan, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to MXP:
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SJO if you're taking a late Milan Malpensa Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport rental car and discover San Jose and beyond with your own set of wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central San Jose. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
April is the busiest month for flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. For smaller crowds, go to San Jose in March.
Before locking in your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MXP to SJO in January if you want to travel in 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 after you've experienced San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
