Flying from Rome to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Rome to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) and Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA) are the two main airports in Rome.
San Jose is seven hours behind Rome. Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose, which follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Rome to SJO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Rome
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tour another city. When browsing cheap flights from Rome to SJO leaving from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Your journey might pause in:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Rome, FCO can be reached in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
In search of a comfortable hotel close to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Rome to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
70.57% of flights that depart Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport (CIA)
You can reach CIA from the centre of Rome in approximately 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Rome to SJO flight? Check in to a hotel near Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
73.18% of flights leaving Ciampino-G. B. Pastine International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Have a late flight from Rome to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Stay at one of these hotels near SJO and hit the pillow fast:
Follow your own route with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and venture far and wide through San Jose and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Rome to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central San Jose. The time it takes to get there by car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It typically takes 2 hours 20 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
₹ 36,264 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Rome to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 66,131. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Rome to SJO. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Rome to Juan Santamaria International Airport tickets across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Rome to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Rome to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). July is the busiest month to visit San Jose. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in May.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Book your Rome to SJO flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Rome to Juan Santamaria International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about San Jose
Start your San Jose trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Rome to Juan Santamaria International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to know where to start. National Park (Parque Nacional), Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central) are highlights which should feature on any good San Jose itinerary.
Explore more of Costa Rica
You've visited San Jose, now it's time to explore other parts of Costa Rica. Journey about 129 kilometres east to Limon to check off its popular sights. From Veragua Rainforest Park to Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in Costa Rica, consider Liberia, about 153 kilometres north-west of San Jose. Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste are key reasons to visit.