Flying from San Jose to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT): what you need to know
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is San Jose's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from San Jose to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT) taking off from here.
Mazatlan International Airport is located in Mazatlan. The city's timezone is UTC-7 — the same as San Jose.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from San Jose to MZT.
If you're travelling during a popular month like August, get to the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. You can expect lines to be longer during high seasons like summer and spring break.
Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Whether you want to visit another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is a stop you can make during your flight from San Jose to MZT.
The distance from central San Jose to SJC is around 6 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Booked an early flight from San Jose to Mazatlan International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport:
About Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
Get off your flight from San Jose to Mazatlan International Airport and be in your hotel bed shortly after. If you want a convenient option a quick drive from MZT, unpack your bags at Departamento de Lujo con Vista al MAR y Campo de Golf.
Getting from Mazatlan International Airport (MZT) to central Mazatlan
Mazatlan International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres from central Mazatlan. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
C$266 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Jose to Mazatlan International Airport. Return flights start from C$676. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book early if you're hoping to get flight tickets from San Jose to MZT. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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The best time to fly from San Jose to Mazatlan International Airport (MZT)
May is the quietest time of year to fly to Mazatlan. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in July. This is the busiest month for flights from San Jose to Mazatlan International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Mazatlan is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from San Jose to MZT in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Travel in January if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 16ºC and 27ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from San Jose to Mazatlan International Airport.
More about Mazatlan
After booking your flight from San Jose to Mazatlan International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Mazatlan:
One of the best ways to get to know Mazatlan is to explore its most popular attractions. Highlights include Malecon, El Faro Lighthouse and Immaculate Conception Cathedral.
Complete your Mazatlan trip with a car rental
Select one of our car rentals in Mazatlan and explore at your own pace. Easily compare prices from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from San Jose to Mazatlan International Airport.