Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Reykjavik: what you need to know
The timezone in Reykjavik is UTC+0. The city is six hours ahead of San Jose, where Juan Santamaria International Airport is located.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your SJO to Reykjavik flight.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from SJO to Reykjavik with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of San Jose, SJO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near SJO:
79.83% of flights that take off from Juan Santamaria International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Reykjavik
Rs106,460 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs169,027. These fares may change depending on availability.
To find cheap flights from SJO to Reykjavik, book early. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Scoring cheap tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the best prices across every month and score a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik takes about 50 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near KEF:
Grab a Keflavik International Airport rental car and explore Reykjavik and beyond with your own set of wheels. Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar and Flizzr are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks ahead of your flight from SJO to Reykjavik can help you lock in the lowest rate.
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)
Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Following your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 25 minutes.
After stepping off your SJO to Reykjavik flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to RKV. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Europcar, RAS Car Hire and Hertz make picking up a Reykjavik International Airport rental car simple. These companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from RKV three weeks ahead of time often means better prices and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Reykjavik
Plan your trip to Reykjavik in high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Book your Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
December has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 4ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from SJO to Reykjavik around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Reykjavik
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Reykjavik right here. Browse these options as soon as you've booked your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Perlan, Hallgrimskirkja silhouette and National Museum of Iceland are attractions you won't want to skip in Reykjavik.
Explore more of Iceland
You've seen Reykjavik, now it's time to explore other parts of Iceland. Travel about 241 kilometres north-east to Akureyri to check off its top attractions. From Akureyri Art Museum to Hof Cultural and Conference Centre and Nonni's House, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of Iceland, consider Vestmannaeyjar, roughly 121 kilometres south-east of Reykjavik. Heimaklettur, Beautiful Puffin and Shore View and Skansinn are key highlights.
