Travelling from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is two hours behind West Palm Beach and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your PBI to SJO flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like February, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Palm Beach International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between PBI and SJO include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
C$330 is the best price for a one-way Palm Beach International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Return flights start from C$597. These fares can change based on availability.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from PBI to SJO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Palm Beach International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates 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 let you know the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from PBI to SJO.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Palm Beach International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Palm Beach International Airport (PBI)
PBI is located at Building 846, Palm Beach International.
Of all flights departing from Palm Beach International Airport, 74.45% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Palm Beach International Airport from central West Palm Beach, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near PBI. Whether you have an early flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Palm Beach International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and experience more of San Jose and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of San Jose. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Palm Beach International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to San Jose in May.
When booking your flight from Palm Beach International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PBI to SJO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've seen San Jose, now it's time to discover more of Costa Rica. Travel around 113 kilometres east to Limon to check off its top attractions. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another essential stop in Costa Rica. Start your sightseeing at La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.
