Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH): what you need to know
Medellin's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Medellin one hour ahead of San Jose.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your SJO to EOH flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd love to visit another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' El Dorado International Airport is a sought-after stop between SJO and EOH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
Rs46,244 is the lowest price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs88,423. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SJO to EOH if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Of the departures from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% arrive on time at their destination.
Central San Jose to Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near SJO:
Arriving at Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
If you're arriving on a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near EOH:
Book an Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport rental car and discover places that aren't on the usual tourist route. Confort Rent a Car and Green Motion can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through Medellin and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH) to central Medellin
Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport to the centre of Medellin has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport (EOH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Medellin. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Enrique Olaya Herrera Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Medellin, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 27ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SJO to EOH sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Colombia
Medellin has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Colombia you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south-east of Medellin, a visit to Bogota will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Gold Museum, Usaquen Train Station and Urbanización Villas del Madrigal - Molino del Viento Park.
Cali is another essential stop in Colombia and is around 322 kilometres south of Medellin. No journey is complete without visiting Cristo Rey, Gato de Tejada and Caliwood Museo de la Cinematografia.