Flying from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is eight hours behind Thessaloniki.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SKG to SJO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Thessaloniki International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Frankfurt Airport is a popular stopover on the SKG to SJO route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Thessaloniki International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is Rs122,098. A round-trip fare right now is Rs223,447. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SKG to SJO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from SKG to SJO.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Thessaloniki International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)
When it comes to Thessaloniki International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79.57% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Thessaloniki International Airport from central Thessaloniki, it takes about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SKG:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you're arriving on a late Thessaloniki International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near SJO:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's main sights.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central San Jose. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Thessaloniki International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SKG to SJO in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've done San Jose, now it's time to explore other parts of Costa Rica. Travel around 113 kilometres east to Limon to check off its top sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in Costa Rica, consider Alajuela, about 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are highlights.
