Travelling from Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Puerto Jimenez Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport take 50 minutes. San Jose and Puerto Jimenez share the same timezone (UTC-6), so you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
There are 137 flights from Puerto Jimenez Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport every week. Choose the 05:40 flight if you want to set off as soon as possible. If you'd prefer to leave later, the latest flight from PJM to SJO is at 17:00.
Travelling during a peak month like March? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You won't need your passport or a visa for travel within Costa Rica. You will need a valid form of identification though, such as a driver's license or an ID card. Add them to your packing list once you've got your cheap ticket from PJM to SJO.
How to find the cheapest flights from Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Puerto Jimenez Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is $229. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $505. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Get flight tickets from PJM to SJO by booking 9 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Puerto Jimenez Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about Puerto Jimenez Airport (PJM)
Central Puerto Jimenez to Puerto Jimenez Airport is approximately 2 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 6 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Want a convenient hotel near PJM? If you've booked an early flight from Puerto Jimenez Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Reserve a hotel close to SJO if you're taking a late flight from Puerto Jimenez Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the 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 of roughly 2 hours and 22 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Puerto Jimenez Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit San Jose. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Puerto Jimenez Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you want to explore San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12 ºC and 29 ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 12 ºC and 26 ºC. Search for flight tickets from PJM to SJO sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Jose
Start your San Jose trip right by finding a great stay. Once you've booked your flight from PJM to SJO, explore our accommodation options including:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura are must-do's during your San Jose adventure.
Complete your San Jose trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Juan Santamaria International Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in San Jose.