Traveling from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
To break up your flight from Bilbao Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. The top stopovers on the BIO - SJO route are:
London Gatwick Airport
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from BIO to SJO, check if you need a visa to enter Costa Rica. Travel document and visa requirements can vary and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're traveling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
C$537 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bilbao Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Return flights start from C$1,050. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap flight tickets from BIO to SJO if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for your ticket from Bilbao Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
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Handy information about Bilbao Airport (BIO)
Located around 6 kilometres from central Bilbao, Bilbao Airport can be reached in approximately 9 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 29 minutes.
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Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Bilbao Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central San Jose. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
Getting to the center on public transport will take you roughly 2 hours and 22 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Bilbao Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit San Jose. If you prefer a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Bilbao Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flight tickets from BIO to SJO in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about San Jose
Start your San Jose trip right by finding a wonderful stay. After booking your flight from BIO to SJO, explore our accommodation options including:
Teatro Nacional Costa Rica and National Park (Parque Nacional) are a couple of popular attractions to add to your San Jose itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Plaza de la Cultura.
Complete your San Jose trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Juan Santamaria International Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your San Jose trip.
