Flying from Porto Airport (OPO) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, making San Jose six hours behind Porto.
Your OPO to SJO flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Porto Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between OPO and SJO:
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Pearson International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Porto Airport (OPO) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
$871 is currently the best price for a one-way Porto Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,148. These fares can change based on demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from OPO to SJO if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Porto Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Porto Airport (OPO)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Porto Airport, data shows 74.49% of flights complete their journey on time.
Porto Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Porto. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near OPO? If you've booked an early flight from Porto Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Porto Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Grab a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and discover San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
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 around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 2 hours 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Porto Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to San Jose. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Porto Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you'd like to explore San Jose during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OPO to SJO in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Costa Rica, consider Alajuela, roughly 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are highlights.