Travelling from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Puerto Jimenez Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
There are 63 San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Puerto Jimenez Airport flights every week to choose from.
Your SJO to PJM 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 flying internationally.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Getting to Puerto Jimenez (and then seeing more of Costa Rica!) is easy with SANSA. This popular carrier has direct flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Puerto Jimenez Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is SANSA.
Among carriers operating SJO to PJM flights, SANSA has the best record for on-time arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO) to Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Puerto Jimenez Airport flight is $105. A return fare is currently $276. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SJO to PJM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
May is the cheapest month for flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Puerto Jimenez Airport. If you want to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SJO to PJM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Puerto Jimenez Airport.
Handy information about San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
Of all flights leaving San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, 79% land on time at their destination.
Central San Jose to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SJO. Whether you have an early flight from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Puerto Jimenez Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM)
Reserve a hotel close to PJM if you're on a late San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Puerto Jimenez Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Follow your own route with a Puerto Jimenez Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, National or Enterprise and experience more of Puerto Jimenez and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Puerto Jimenez Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM)
April is the most popular month for flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Puerto Jimenez Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Puerto Jimenez in March.
The warmest month in Puerto Jimenez is March, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Lock in your flights from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport to Puerto Jimenez Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to PJM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited Puerto Jimenez, now it's time to discover other corners of Costa Rica. Journey about 177 kilometres north-west to San Jose to tick off its top sights. From National Park (Parque Nacional) to Central Park (Parque Central) and Precolumbian Gold Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 161 kilometres north of Puerto Jimenez, Limon is another essential stop in Costa Rica. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
