Travelling from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is eight hours behind Cairo and is in the UTC-6 timezone.
To ensure you catch your CAI to SJO flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Stopovers between CAI and SJO include:
Washington Dulles International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is $1,280. A return plane ticket right now is $1,740. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from CAI to SJO, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CAI to SJO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Cairo International Airport (CAI)
When it comes to Cairo International Airport's on-time performance, 63.38% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Cairo International Airport from central Cairo, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to CAI:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Consider booking a hotel close to SJO if you're on a late Cairo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and find adventure across San Jose and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central San Jose. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Cairo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to San Jose in May.
When booking your flight from Cairo International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAI to SJO in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've done San Jose, now it's time to discover other corners of Costa Rica. Travel around 113 kilometres east to Limon to check off its top attractions. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Alajuela is another sought-after destination in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No journey is complete without dropping by La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.