Flying from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Oaxaca Airport (OAX): what you need to know
San Jose and Oaxaca share the UTC-6 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SJO to OAX flight.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Oaxaca Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between SJO and OAX:
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How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
Rs28,656 is the lowest price for a one-way San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Oaxaca Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs66,324. These fares can change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from SJO to OAX, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Oaxaca Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SJO to OAX by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Oaxaca Airport.
Handy information about San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
79% of flights that take off from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport reach their destination on time.
To reach San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport from central San Jose, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Oaxaca Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near SJO:
Arriving at Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
Book a hotel near OAX if you're taking a late San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Oaxaca Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Oaxaca Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from MEX, Economy or Europcar and explore beyond Oaxaca's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Oaxaca Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Oaxaca Airport (OAX) to central Oaxaca
Oaxaca Airport is roughly 8 kilometres from central Oaxaca. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Oaxaca Airport (OAX)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Oaxaca Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Oaxaca. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Oaxaca Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Oaxaca, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from SJO to OAX in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 24ºC on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Mexico City is just one of the many cities in Mexico waiting to be explored once you've seen Oaxaca. Around 370 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include Zócalo, Historic Centre (Centro Historico) and Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Around 370 kilometres north-west of Oaxaca, Ecatepec de Morelos is another essential stop in Mexico. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Zoologico Zacango, Centro Ecoturistico y Educación Ambiental Sierra de Guadalupe and Botanical Garden.
