Travelling from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, making San Jose seven hours behind Stockholm.
To ensure you get on your ARN to SJO flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between ARN and SJO:
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Right now, C$541 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$1,065. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ARN to SJO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
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Handy information about Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Of the flights that depart from Stockholm Arlanda Airport, 73.1% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Stockholm Arlanda Airport from central Stockholm, it takes around 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to ARN:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Book a hotel near SJO if you have a late Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own set of wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to the centre of San Jose has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Stockholm Arlanda Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Jose. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
When booking your flight from Stockholm Arlanda 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 (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ARN to SJO in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica just waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.