Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Cairo International Airport (CAI): what you need to know
Cairo's timezone is UTC+2, making Cairo eight hours ahead of San Jose.
Leave plenty of time to make your SJO to CAI flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cairo International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SJO and CAI:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight is ₹ 54,370. A round-trip plane ticket is currently ₹ 118,891. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from SJO to CAI, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cairo International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SJO to CAI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cairo International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Of all flights departing from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% land on time at their destination.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 2 hours 20 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SJO? If you've booked an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cairo International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cairo International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CAI instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Cairo International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Auto-Union, Hertz or Alamo and find adventure across Cairo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cairo International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to central Cairo
From Cairo International Airport, Cairo is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
The quietest month for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cairo International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Cairo based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When reserving your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Cairo International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Cairo, with the temperature ranging from 22ºC to 40ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC and 22ºC. Search for cheap tickets from SJO to CAI around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria is just one of the many cities in Egypt waiting to be discovered once you've seen Cairo. Around 177 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Anwar El Sadat Museum - Library of Alexandria, Montazah Palace Gardens and Pompey's Pillar.
Around 177 kilometres north-east of Cairo, Port Said is another essential stop in Egypt. No visit is complete without checking out Village Dolphin Beach, Manshiah Square and قاعه توليب tulip garden.
