Travelling from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is seven hours behind Prague.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your PRG to SJO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between PRG and SJO:
Frankfurt Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
How to find the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is ₹ 64,139. A return ticket right now is ₹ 98,446. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from PRG to SJO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Juan Santamaria International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Vaclav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)
69.89% of flights that take off from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague touch down at their destination on schedule.
Vaclav Havel Airport Prague is around 18 kilometres from central Prague. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near PRG. Whether you have an early flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Juan Santamaria International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar to explore San Jose and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
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 on public transport takes about 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit San Jose. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Vaclav Havel Airport Prague to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you want to go to San Jose during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from PRG to SJO around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've done San Jose, now it's time to discover other parts of Costa Rica. Journey around 113 kilometres east to Limon to tick off its top sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose, Alajuela is another favourite stop in Costa Rica. Experience major highlights starting with La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.