Flying from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is seven hours behind Zagreb and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Your ZAG to SJO flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Currently, Rs135,689 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Franjo Tudman Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs261,434. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from ZAG to SJO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from ZAG to SJO.
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Handy information about Franjo Tudman Airport (ZAG)
When it comes to Franjo Tudman Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.18% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Franjo Tudman Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Zagreb. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to ZAG:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Consider staying in a hotel near SJO if you're catching a late Franjo Tudman Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Begin 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 booking your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
From Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 2 hours 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Franjo Tudman Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Jose. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Franjo Tudman 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.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ZAG to SJO sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be explored after you've seen San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Alajuela is another favourite destination in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No journey is complete without experiencing La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
