Flying from San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Zacatecas Airport (ZCL): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from San Jose International Airport to Zacatecas Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 30 minutes.
Zacatecas's timezone is UTC-6, which makes Zacatecas two hours ahead of San Jose.
Give yourself enough time to catch your SJC to ZCL flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Jetting into Zacatecas (and then discovering more of Mexico!) is a snap with Volaris. This popular airline has direct flights from San Jose International Airport to Zacatecas Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Volaris on this route.
Volaris is the most punctual carrier that offers SJC to ZCL flights. A reliable 87.5% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from San Jose International Airport to Zacatecas Airport. Many passengers pass through Dallas Fort Worth International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Zacatecas Airport (ZCL)
Rs42,736 is the lowest price for a one-way San Jose International Airport to Zacatecas Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs99,656. These fares can change based on availability.
To get cheap tickets from SJC to ZCL, reserve your trip one month ahead of your departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from San Jose International Airport to Zacatecas Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SJC to ZCL.
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Handy information about San Jose International Airport (SJC)
You'll find SJC at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
83% of flights leaving San Jose International Airport touch down at their destination on time. Given its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from SJC.
To get to San Jose International Airport from central San Jose, it'll take around 10 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near SJC. Whether you're taking an early flight from San Jose International Airport to Zacatecas Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Zacatecas Airport (ZCL)
Once your San Jose International Airport to Zacatecas Airport flight has landed, relax at a nearby hotel. Posada Morelos is a comfortable option that's not too far from ZCL.
Follow your own route with a Zacatecas Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Budget or Europcar and see more of Zacatecas and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Zacatecas Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Zacatecas Airport (ZCL) to central Zacatecas
Zacatecas Airport to the centre of Zacatecas has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Zacatecas Airport (ZCL)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from San Jose International Airport to Zacatecas Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Zacatecas. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from San Jose International Airport to Zacatecas Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Zacatecas, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 3ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SJC to ZCL sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Mexico
Zacatecas is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Mexico just waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres south of Zacatecas, a trip to Guadalajara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with attractions like Guadalajara Cathedral, Temple of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mural Gigante FRIDA KHALO.
León de los Aldama is another must-experience destination in Mexico and is around 209 kilometres south-east of Zacatecas. No journey is complete without dropping by Plaza Principal de León, Museo de Arte E Historia de Guanajuato and Templo de Santo Domingo.
