Traveling from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is two hours behind Buffalo and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BUF to SJO flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between BUF and SJO:
Miami International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is $157. A round-trip fare is currently $402. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from BUF to SJO, book early. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF)
The address for BUF is Genesee Street.
Of the flights that depart from Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 75.46% land on time at their destination.
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Buffalo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near BUF. Whether you've booked an early flight from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Explore without limits with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and find adventure across San Jose and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to central San Jose has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometers away.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to San Jose in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BUF to SJO around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica just waiting to be discovered. Around 113 kilometers east of San Jose, a visit to Limon will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Around 18 kilometers north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another favorite stop in Costa Rica. Start your sightseeing at La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.