Travelling from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is two hours ahead of Tijuana.
To ensure you get on your TIJ to SJO flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tijuana Airport (TIJ) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Tijuana Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight is Rs33,085. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs63,708. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from TIJ to SJO if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Tijuana Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Tijuana Airport (TIJ)
71% of flights departing from Tijuana Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Tijuana to Tijuana Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to TIJ? If you're catching an early flight from Tijuana Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
Consider booking a hotel close to SJO if you're catching a late Tijuana Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own set of wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of San Jose. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Tijuana Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit San Jose based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Tijuana Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from TIJ to SJO in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica you should also see. Around 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
