Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL): what you need to know
San Jose and Guadalajara share the same timezone, UTC-6.
To ensure you catch your SJO to GDL flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between SJO and GDL:
Benito Juarez International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
Currently, $207 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $470. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from SJO to GDL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport.
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Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
79.83% of flights that take off from Juan Santamaria International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Central San Jose to Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 20 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SJO? If you're boarding an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near GDL instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from America, MEX or Routes Car Rentals to explore Guadalajara and beyond.
Booking your ride from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL) to central Guadalajara
From Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport, Guadalajara is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 55 minutes.
When to fly to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport (GDL)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Guadalajara. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla International Airport for May if you want to go to Guadalajara during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to GDL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Mexico
Guadalajara has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Mexico you'll want to see. Around 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara, a visit to Mexico City will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Zocalo, Chapultepec Park and National Museum of Anthropology.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Mexico, consider Ecatepec de Morelos, roughly 467 kilometres east of Guadalajara. Grupo Scout 360 Aztlan, mirador del Valle Park and Kinder casanueva are key reasons to visit.
