Flying from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport (BOI) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, which is the same as Boise.
Your BOI to SJO flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BOI and SJO:
Denver International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport (BOI) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Right now, C$192 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$452. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BOI to SJO if you book ahead. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from BOI to SJO.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport (BOI)
BOI's address is 3201 Airport Way.
Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport has a strong on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from BOI arrive on schedule 83.53% of the time.
Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Boise. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 35 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BOI? If you've booked an early flight from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Follow your own route with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and experience more of San Jose and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
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 around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Boise Air Terminal (Gowen Field) Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you'd like to explore San Jose during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BOI 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
You've done San Jose, now it's time to discover other corners of Costa Rica. Journey around 113 kilometres east to Limon to tick off its leading sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Alajuela is another essential stop in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No trip is complete without visiting La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.