Flying from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is two hours behind Asheville and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your AVL to SJO flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Asheville Regional Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between AVL and SJO include:
Miami International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
At the moment, $181 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Asheville Regional Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $775. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AVL to SJO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Asheville Regional Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from AVL to SJO is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Asheville Regional Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
You'll find AVL at 61 Terminal Drive.
Of the flights that depart from Asheville Regional Airport, 75.73% touch down on time at their destination.
Asheville Regional Airport is around 26 kilometres from central Asheville. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near AVL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you're coming in on a late Asheville Regional Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near SJO:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and see more of San Jose and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
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. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Getting there by public transport typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Asheville Regional Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit San Jose. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your flights from Asheville Regional Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AVL to SJO sometime around 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 discovered once you've seen San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Costa Rica, head for Alajuela, about 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are highlights.