Travelling from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a high season in general.
To break up your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. Popular stopovers on the SEA - SJO route are:
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Denver International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is ج.م. 7,354. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 19,745. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap flight tickets from SEA to SJO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flight tickets from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport across the entire month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from SEA to SJO. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if airfares have dropped. We'll tell you as soon as the price changes.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Travelling from central Seattle to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport takes about 54 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 18 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near SEA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Book a hotel near SJO if you're taking a late flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
From Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 2 hours and 22 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to San Jose in May.
Lock in your flight from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you want to go to San Jose during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12 ºC and 29 ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SEA to SJO in January. Temperatures average between 12 ºC and 26 ºC then.
More about San Jose
As soon as you've booked your flights from SEA to SJO, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in San Jose. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura are top sights which should be on any well-planned San Jose itinerary.
Complete your San Jose trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Juan Santamaria International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your San Jose getaway.
