C$566 Cheap Flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria to Reykjavik

Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Reykjavik: what you need to know

• Reykjavik is 6 hours ahead of San Jose, where Juan Santamaria International Airport is located. Reykjavik operates on the UTC+0 timezone.

• Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from SJO to Reykjavik. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

• During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during high season in general.

• Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from SJO to Reykjavik. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:

  • Orlando International Airport (MCO)

  • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

• You can visit Iceland for tourism purposes without a visa if you have a passport from Costa Rica. But before booking your flight tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik, double-check for the newest rules and regulations. Visa rules can change, and you may require some travel documentation if your trip is for work or another reason.

• SJO is around 18 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 2 hours and 22 minutes.

• Want a convenient hotel close to SJO? If you're boarding an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

  • Casa Memo

  • Las Yagrumas Condo Escazu

  • #5 Private Room Close to Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Reykjavik

• The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik is C$566. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$1,191. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

• Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SJO to Reykjavik if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.

• If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik.

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• Use the filters to tailor your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Airports in Reykjavik

Keflavik International Airport (KEF)

• Keflavik International Airport (KEF) is around 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 49 minutes.

• It'll take around 1 hour and 13 minutes when travelling by public transport.

• The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik. Reserve one of these accommodation options near KEF instead:

  • A. Bernhard Guest House

  • Bank Guesthouse by KEF Airport

  • Keflavik Micro Suites

Reykjavik International Airport (RKV)

• Reykjavik International Airport (RKV) is around 2 kilometres from the centre of Reykjavik. Following your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik, it'll take you around 6 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.

• The journey will take about 23 minutes on public transport.

• You'll find some great places to rest your head close to RKV. Kick back and get cozy after your flight from SJO to Reykjavik at any of these perfectly located options:

  • Nordurey Apartments

  • Matador Apartments Reykjavik

  • Casa Apartments

Best time to go to Reykjavik

• It's time to figure out your dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik. July is the most popular month to travel to Reykjavik. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.

• The warmest month in Reykjavik is July, with the temperature ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC. Book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

• Search for cheap flights from SJO to Reykjavik in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 4ºC on average.

More about Reykjavik

• Start your Reykjavik trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Iceland Parliament Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton

  • Kastali Guesthouse

  • Stay Iceland Apartments - P 13

• All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Hallgrimskirkja silhouette, Perlan and National Museum of Iceland are attractions you won't want to skip in Reykjavik.

Complete your Reykjavik trip with a car rental

• Select one of our car rentals in Reykjavik and explore the city on your own schedule. Easily compare companies in one place to find your ideal ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Reykjavik.