Traveling from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from Orlando International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
San Jose is two hours behind Orlando and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
Every week, there are 15 Orlando International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flights. If you want to be on board as early as possible, go for the 08:22 JetBlue Airways flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 22:00 with Spirit Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to board your MCO to SJO flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You can fly nonstop to San Jose, Costa Rica. Take off with one of these airlines that operate direct flights from Orlando International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport:
Most passengers choose to travel with JetBlue Airways on this route.
JetBlue Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers MCO to SJO flights. An exceptional 82.76% of its departures on this route land on time.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Orlando International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MCO and SJO:
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
Miami International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Orlando International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is $65. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $165. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To secure cheap tickets from MCO to SJO, book your trip seven months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Orlando International Airport (MCO)
MCO's address is One Airport Boulevard.
78.28% of flights leaving from Orlando International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Orlando to Orlando International Airport is around 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MCO? If you've booked an early flight from Orlando International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Orlando International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Pick up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
From Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose is approximately 18 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the center driving.
It'll take around 2 hours 20 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Orlando International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to San Jose in May.
Before locking in your flight from Orlando International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MCO to SJO in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
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 113 kilometers away to the east, well-known attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Costa Rica, head for Alajuela, about 18 kilometers north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are among its highlights.