Flying from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Miami International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is 3 hours. San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, which makes San Jose 2 hours behind Miami.
Every week, there are 30 flights from Miami International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. If you want to jet off early, select the 06:20 American Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight from MIA to SJO is 19:00 with American Airlines.
Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
American Airlines offers direct flights from Miami International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in San Jose — and maybe even more of Costa Rica if your schedule allows.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Miami International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the top stopovers between MIA and SJO:
El Salvador International Airport
Tocumen International Airport
Orlando International Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from MIA to SJO, check if you need a visa to enter Costa Rica. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated frequently. To get the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're going to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Miami International Airport (MIA) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
ج.م. 4,809 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Miami International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Return flights start from ج.م. 12,125. These prices can change depending on availability.
Book 9 months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from MIA to SJO.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Miami International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Miami International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Miami, Miami International Airport can be reached in about 19 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour and 22 minutes.
Want an easy way to start to your holiday? Stay near MIA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Miami International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Miami International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
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. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 21 minutes.
It takes around 2 hours and 22 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Miami International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to San Jose in May.
Book your flight from Miami International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you want to go to San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12 ºC and 29 ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from MIA to SJO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12 ºC and 26 ºC on average.
More about San Jose
Start your San Jose trip right by finding a great place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from MIA to SJO, have a look at our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura are leading attractions which should feature on every San Jose itinerary.
Complete your San Jose trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. After booking your cheap ticket to Juan Santamaria International Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom to travel around at your own pace. Then, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the ideal San Jose stay.
