Flying from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Get your holiday planning started by considering where you'll catch your flight from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE) are the main airports in Seattle.
San Jose is 1 hour ahead of Seattle. Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose, which operates on the UTC-6 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Seattle to SJO.
If you're going away during a peak month like July, head to the airport even earlier. You'll want to arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Check-in and security lines are longer during peak periods like summer, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and perhaps even tour another city. When browsing flights from Seattle to SJO departing from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Some popular options include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Denver International Airport (DEN)
The distance from central Seattle to SEA is about 23 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Lake Union Sea Plane Base (LKE)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport, browse these options when heading out from Lake Union Sea Plane Base:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
With public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to LKE in about 23 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kilometres away, and making the trip by car will take approximately 11 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not extend it with an extra night away? Consider checking in to one of these hotels near Lake Union Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Seattle to SJO:
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
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. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 21 minutes.
It takes around 2 hours and 22 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
For a one-way ticket from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport, Rs48,686 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just Rs109,385. These are the lowest fares right now and may vary depending on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Seattle to SJO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap tickets from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to San Jose. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in May.
Schedule your flight from Seattle to SJO for March if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in San Jose to range from 12ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Jose
Start your San Jose trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura are must-do's during your San Jose adventure.
Complete your San Jose trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Seattle to Juan Santamaria International Airport to track down your ideal ride. Browse our car rentals in San Jose and compare your options in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.
