Travelling from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is eight hours behind Larnaca.
To ensure you get on your LCA to SJO flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Larnaca International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LCA and SJO:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Frankfurt Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Larnaca International Airport (LCA) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Right now, C$459 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Larnaca International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$1,009. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from LCA to SJO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Larnaca International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Larnaca International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
78.93% of flights departing from Larnaca International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Larnaca to Larnaca International Airport is approximately 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near LCA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Larnaca International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you're arriving on a late Larnaca International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near SJO:
Pick up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and discover San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are popular outlets you can book with here.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
From Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Larnaca International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Jose. If you want a quieter vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Larnaca International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LCA 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 cities in Costa Rica waiting to be explored after you've experienced San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another essential stop in Costa Rica. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.