Flying from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is seven hours behind Nice and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your NCE to SJO flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Cote D'Azur Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between NCE and SJO:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
At the moment, Rs120,280 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cote D'Azur Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs225,375. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from NCE to SJO, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
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Handy information about Cote D'Azur Airport (NCE)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cote D'Azur Airport, data shows 74.5% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Cote D'Azur Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Nice. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to NCE? If you're boarding an early flight from Cote D'Azur 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 want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cote D'Azur Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Jose and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to the centre of San Jose has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit San Jose. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Cote D'Azur Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from NCE to SJO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited San Jose, now it's time to explore more of Costa Rica. Journey about 113 kilometres east to Limon to check off its must-visit sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
