Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Hamburg is seven hours ahead of San Jose.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your SJO to Hamburg flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from SJO to Hamburg with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Travelling from central San Jose to SJO takes about 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near SJO? If you're catching an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Hamburg, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% arrive on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Hamburg
Rs96,149 is currently the best price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Hamburg flight. Return flight tickets start from Rs254,118. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from SJO to Hamburg if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Scoring cheap tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Hamburg is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the lowest prices throughout the month and land an epic deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SJO to Hamburg by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Hamburg.
Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
Hamburg Airport (HAM) to the centre of Hamburg takes about 30 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 11 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 25 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Hamburg, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near HAM:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Hamburg Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or star car and experience the lesser-explored corners of Hamburg and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Hamburg Airport around one week in advance of your flight from SJO to Hamburg.
Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC)
Central Hamburg is located around 80 kilometres from Luebeck-Blankensee Airport (LBC). After your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Hamburg has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 1 hour.
The trip will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your SJO to Hamburg flight, kick back at a hotel near LBC. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Crank up the music and hit the open road in a Luebeck-Blankensee Airport rental car. Collect your wheels from Enterprise and set off on your adventure right away.
Typically, the earlier you book, the more you save and the better your options. Lock in your ride from LBC as soon as your plans are confirmed.
Best time to go to Hamburg
Visit Hamburg during high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Hamburg during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Hamburg flight ticket with a departure in August if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to Hamburg in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Hamburg
Once you've booked your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Hamburg, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Hamburg:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Miniatur Wunderland and Port of Hamburg are attractions you won't want to skip in Hamburg.
Explore more of Germany
You've seen Hamburg, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Journey about 257 kilometres south-east to Berlin to check off its popular sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're eager to discover another side of Germany, consider Essen, about 306 kilometres south-west of Hamburg. Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese are highlights.
