Travelling from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is six hours behind Lisbon.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your LIS to SJO flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lisbon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport. These are the top stopovers between LIS and SJO:
Madrid Airport
New York Newark Airport
Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Lisbon Airport (LIS) to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
Right now, $972 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Lisbon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,107. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from LIS to SJO, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Lisbon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport.
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Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lisbon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Lisbon Airport (LIS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Lisbon Airport, 56% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Lisbon Airport from central Lisbon, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Lisbon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near LIS:
Arriving at San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Lisbon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Pick up a San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport rental car and discover San Jose and beyond with your own set of wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
When to fly to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Lisbon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your flights from Lisbon Airport to San Jose Juan Santamaria Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LIS to SJO around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited San Jose, now it's time to discover other corners of Costa Rica. Travel about 113 kilometres east to Limon to check off its top attractions. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.