Flying from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Kelowna.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your YLW to SJO flight.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kelowna International Airport (YLW) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kelowna International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is C$406. A return plane ticket right now is C$730. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from YLW to SJO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kelowna International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from YLW to SJO.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kelowna International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Of all flights leaving Kelowna International Airport, 60.54% land on schedule at their destination.
Kelowna International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Kelowna. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near YLW? If you're catching an early flight from Kelowna International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Reserve a hotel close to SJO if you're taking a late Kelowna International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and chase adventure across San Jose and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to the centre of San Jose has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to San Jose. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Kelowna International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you'd like to go to San Jose during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YLW to SJO sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be explored after you've seen San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Alajuela is another favourite destination in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No trip is complete without dropping by La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.