Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Toronto: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 5 hours 30 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Toronto.
The timezone in Toronto is UTC-4. The city is two hours ahead of San Jose, where Juan Santamaria International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Pearson International Airport (YYZ). You can select from five weekly services between these two airports. Air Transat offers a 07:00 departure between SJO and YYZ.
To avoid missing your SJO to Toronto flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
You can book a direct Juan Santamaria International Airport to Toronto ticket. Start your trip at SJO and end it at Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
Book your seat with Air Canada. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Toronto.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from SJO to Toronto with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Located around 14 kilometres from central San Jose, SJO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near SJO. Whether you have an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Toronto or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Toronto
C$263 is currently the best price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Toronto flight. Return flight tickets start at C$522. These fares can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from SJO to Toronto, reserve your journey five months before your departure.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for scoring the biggest deals on Juan Santamaria International Airport to Toronto tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Pearson International Airport (YYZ) is around 27 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to YYZ if you have a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Toronto. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Pick up a Pearson International Airport rental car and explore Toronto and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Pearson International Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from SJO to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
After your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Toronto has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your SJO to Toronto flight, settle in at a hotel close to YTZ. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hertz, National or Avis and be on your way in a flash.
Get what you want, not just what's left over. Securing your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Step off your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Toronto and head for your hotel or jump right into sightseeing. The centre of Toronto is around 105 kilometres from Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) and usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes to drive there.
The journey will take you around 4 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
If you don't want to make the journey to the centre, find a hotel close to YKF. Get settled at one of these stays after your SJO to Toronto flight:
Begin your journey without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. You can book a set of wheels from reliable companies here like Avis, Enterprise and Budget.
Booking a couple of weeks in advance of your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Toronto is smart. Along with better prices, you'll have a wider selection of vehicle makes and models at YKF.
Best time to go to Toronto
Plan your trip to Toronto in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Toronto during low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
When booking your Juan Santamaria International Airport to Toronto flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from SJO to Toronto in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF) on average.
More about Toronto
Start your Toronto trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Toronto, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are top sights which should feature on every Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Toronto, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Journey about 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to tick off its popular sights. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, your itinerary will be busy.
Ottawa is another essential stop in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No trip is complete without seeing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.