Traveling from Eugene Airport (EUG) 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 Eugene.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EUG to SJO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Eugene Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between EUG and SJO:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Eugene Airport (EUG) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Eugene Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight is $238. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $549. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from EUG to SJO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Eugene Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Eugene Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport.
Handy information about Eugene Airport (EUG)
You'll find EUG at 28801 Douglas Dr.
Eugene Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from EUG touch down on schedule 83% of the time.
To reach Eugene Airport from central Eugene, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your flight from Eugene Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport off to a relaxed start. Just a quick drive from EUG, spend the night in Hampton Inn Eugene and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
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Getting from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is approximately 18 kilometers from central San Jose. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Eugene Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. April is the busiest month to head to San Jose. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Eugene Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport for March if you'd like to go to San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from EUG to SJO in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica you should also see. Around 113 kilometers east of San Jose, a visit to Limon will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
