Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) heading out from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is 14 hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose.
To ensure you catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to SJO, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to discover a new place or just take a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to SJO, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) is one option when leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
KUL is about 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% touch down on time at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
SZB is around 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Kuala Lumpur to SJO flight? Unwind in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.97%.
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Book a hotel near SJO if you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Choose one of these options and end the night sooner:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Kuala Lumpur to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to central San Jose is about 14 kilometres. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Right now, $1,248 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Juan Santamaria International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $2,185. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to SJO if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Cheap Kuala Lumpur to Juan Santamaria International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when there's a better deal on flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to SJO.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding your trip dates. May is the quietest month to go to San Jose. July is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), which may be perfect if you're after more action.
Before locking in your Kuala Lumpur to SJO flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Juan Santamaria International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about San Jose
Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Juan Santamaria International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring San Jose:
National Park (Parque Nacional) and Jurassic World are just the start of the top attractions to put on your San Jose travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Central Park (Parque Central).
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of San Jose. Around 129 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Costa Rica, head for Liberia, roughly 153 kilometres north-west of San Jose. Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste are the start of reasons to visit.
