Travelling from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is 15 hours behind Tokyo and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your NRT to SJO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Narita International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between NRT and SJO:
Los Angeles International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Rs139,937 is the best price for a one-way Narita International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs273,913. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from NRT to SJO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Narita International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Narita International Airport (NRT)
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Narita International Airport, 70.53% of flights complete their journey on time.
Narita International Airport is around 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to NRT? If you're catching an early flight from Narita International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Narita International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and see more of San Jose and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
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 about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Narita International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to San Jose in May.
When reserving your flight from Narita International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from NRT to SJO sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited San Jose, now it's time to explore other corners of Costa Rica. Travel about 113 kilometres east to Limon to check off its popular sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another side of Costa Rica, consider Alajuela, roughly 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are key highlights.