Travelling from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, making San Jose seven hours behind Lyon.
To ensure you get on your LYS to SJO flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LYS and SJO:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
London Gatwick Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is ₹ 35,186. A round-trip ticket is currently ₹ 71,203. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from LYS to SJO. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Snapping up cheap flights from LYS to SJO couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
Of the departures from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport, 69.6% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport from central Lyon, it'll take around 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 31 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near LYS. Whether you have an early flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Consider staying in a hotel close to SJO if you have a late Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride 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 to the centre of San Jose has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
It takes around 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit San Jose. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in May.
When reserving your flight from Lyon Saint-Exupery 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 to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LYS to SJO in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica you'll want to see. Around 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Costa Rica, consider Alajuela, roughly 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are key highlights.
