Flying from Warsaw to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
San Jose is seven hours behind Warsaw. Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Warsaw to SJO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the mad dash to your gate.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like September and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Warsaw
Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW)
Located around 10 kilometres from central Warsaw, WAW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Warsaw Chopin Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Warsaw to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Warsaw Chopin Airport has an excellent on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from WAW make it to their destination as scheduled 80% of the time.
Warsaw Modlin Airport (WMI)
WMI is around 40 kilometres from central Warsaw. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 50 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Warsaw to SJO flight? Kick back in a hotel near Warsaw Modlin Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Warsaw Radom Airport (RDO)
The journey time to RDO from central Warsaw is around 2 hours by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 97 kilometres or so.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay close to Warsaw Radom Airport and know you'll make it to your gate with time to spare. Settle in at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Warsaw to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight:
With 100% of its departing flights arriving as planned, RDO is a reliable starting point for any trip.
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Reserve a hotel close to SJO if you have a late flight from Warsaw to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Select one of these options and call it a night faster:
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Warsaw to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Central San Jose is around 18 kilometres from Juan Santamaria International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Warsaw to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Warsaw to Juan Santamaria International Airport is Rs133,097. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs243,379. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Warsaw to SJO if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Affordable Warsaw to Juan Santamaria International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Warsaw to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
December is the quietest month for flights from Warsaw to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), while January is the busiest. Find the best time to visit San Jose based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Warsaw to SJO plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Warsaw to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC.
More about San Jose
Start your San Jose trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Warsaw to Juan Santamaria International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of terrific things to do in San Jose when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for National Park (Parque Nacional) followed by Central Park (Parque Central) and Precolumbian Gold Museum.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be discovered once you've seen San Jose. Around 129 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
Liberia is another standout destination in Costa Rica and is around 153 kilometres northwest of San Jose. No trip is complete without visiting Museo de Guanacaste, Mirador de Liberia and Catarata oropendola.
