Flying from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is 2 hours 53 minutes. San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, which makes San Jose 2 hours behind Fort Lauderdale.
Every week, there are 11 flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. If you prefer to take off early, opt for the 00:55 Spirit Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure from FLL to SJO is 23:25 with Spirit Airlines.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Spirit Airlines is your ticket to exploring San Jose (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Costa Rica!). Choose from the direct flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport offered by this popular airline.
If you want to break up your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. The top stopovers on the FLL - SJO route are:
Rafael Nunez International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
₹ 5,755 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. A return flight starts from ₹ 13,805. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.
Book 9 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap flight tickets from FLL to SJO.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 27 minutes.
Want a handy hotel close to FLL? If you're on an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you have a late flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near SJO:
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 your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
It takes roughly 2 hours and 22 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you'd like to visit San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from FLL to SJO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC on average.
More about San Jose
As soon as you've booked your flights from FLL to SJO, you'll need to find a hotel in San Jose. Make one of these options your base for exploring this city:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura are among the things you can't miss in San Jose.
Complete your San Jose trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Juan Santamaria International Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to get the best car rental price for your San Jose escape.
