Flying from Hector International Airport (FAR) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, making San Jose one hour behind Fargo.
To ensure you catch your FAR to SJO flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Hector International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between FAR and SJO include:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Denver International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hector International Airport (FAR) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
$241 is the best price for a one-way Hector International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Return flights start at $657. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from FAR to SJO, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Hector International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from FAR to SJO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Hector International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Hector International Airport (FAR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Hector International Airport, data shows 73.38% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Fargo to Hector International Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near FAR. Whether you're catching an early flight from Hector International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you're coming in on a late Hector International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near SJO:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and discover more of San Jose and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks in advance.
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 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Hector International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit San Jose. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Hector International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from FAR to SJO around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've done San Jose, now it's time to explore other parts of Costa Rica. Journey about 113 kilometres east to Limon to check off its popular sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Costa Rica, consider Alajuela, about 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are key highlights.
