Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Ontario International Airport (ONT): what you need to know
The timezone in Ontario is UTC-7, which is one hour behind San Jose.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your SJO to ONT flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ontario International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between SJO and ONT include:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
William P. Hobby Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Ontario International Airport (ONT)
$282 is the lowest price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ontario International Airport flight. Return flights start from $492. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SJO to ONT, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ontario International Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from SJO to ONT by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ontario International Airport.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Of all flights departing from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Juan Santamaria International Airport from central San Jose, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SJO? If you've booked an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ontario International Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ontario International Airport (ONT)
Book a hotel close to ONT if you're on a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ontario International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Ontario International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Fox - Rent A Car or Thrifty and chase adventure across Ontario and beyond.
Booking your ride from Ontario International Airport around three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to central Ontario
ONT is located at 2900 E. Airport Drive.
Ontario International Airport to the centre of Ontario has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Ontario International Airport (ONT)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ontario International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Ontario. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Ontario is August, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Ontario International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SJO to ONT in January. Average temperatures are between 4ºC (39ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Ontario has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 56 kilometres west of Ontario, a visit to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in United States, consider San Diego, roughly 153 kilometres south of Ontario. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are highlights.