Flying from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, which makes San Jose one hour behind Santa Marta.
To ensure you get on your SMR to SJO flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SMR and SJO:
Tocumen International Airport
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport
El Dorado International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
At the moment, $197 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Simon Bolivar International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $357. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SMR to SJO if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR)
When it comes to Simon Bolivar International Airport's on-time performance, 66.83% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Santa Marta to Simon Bolivar International Airport is approximately 16 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SMR? If you're catching an early flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Simon Bolivar International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar to explore San Jose and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
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 by car.
It'll take around 2 hours 20 minutes when traveling by public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Jose. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Simon Bolivar International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you want to explore San Jose during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SMR to SJO around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica just waiting to be discovered. About 113 kilometers east of San Jose, a visit to Limon will keep you on the go. 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. No visit is complete without checking out La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.