Flying from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tamarindo Airport is 50 minutes.
You can take your pick of 29 weekly San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tamarindo Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SJO to TNO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
SANSA is your ticket to exploring Tamarindo (and perhaps some other great parts of Costa Rica!). Check out the direct flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tamarindo Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is SANSA.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for SJO to TNO flights is SANSA.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)
Rs30,130 is currently the best price for a one-way San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tamarindo Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs56,390. These prices may change depending on availability.
Book six months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SJO to TNO.
November is the cheapest month for flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tamarindo Airport. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Handy information about San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
Of the departures from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, 79% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is around 18 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SJO. Whether you have an early flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tamarindo Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Tamarindo Airport (TNO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tamarindo Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TNO instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Tamarindo Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Amigos or National and experience more of Tamarindo and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Tamarindo Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)
The quietest month for a flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tamarindo Airport is May, while April is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Tamarindo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Tamarindo Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Tamarindo, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SJO to TNO around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Tamarindo has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica you should also see. Around 193 kilometres east of Tamarindo, a trip to San Jose will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like National Park (Parque Nacional), Central Park (Parque Central) and Precolumbian Gold Museum.
Limon is another standout destination in Costa Rica and is around 306 kilometres east of Tamarindo. No journey is complete without seeing Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
