Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to El Alto International Airport (LPB): what you need to know
La Paz is two hours ahead of San Jose and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SJO to LPB flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Choose a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Alto International Airport. El Dorado International Airport is a top stopover on the SJO to LPB route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Alto International Airport flight is ₹ 25,082. A return plane ticket right now is ₹ 49,645. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from SJO to LPB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Alto International Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from SJO to LPB is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Alto International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
79.83% of flights that depart Juan Santamaria International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Juan Santamaria International Airport from central San Jose, it takes around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 2 hours 20 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to SJO? If you're catching an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Alto International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at El Alto International Airport (LPB)
Consider booking a hotel near LPB if you have a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Alto International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up an El Alto International Airport rental car and take your itinerary to places outside the usual attractions. Europcar and Keddy By Europcar can set you up with a set of wheels for your adventures through La Paz and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from El Alto International Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from El Alto International Airport (LPB) to central La Paz
El Alto International Airport to the centre of La Paz has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When to fly to El Alto International Airport (LPB)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Alto International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to La Paz. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in La Paz is November, with temperatures ranging between 2ºC and 15ºC. Book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to El Alto International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from SJO to LPB in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 15ºC on average.
Explore more of Bolivia
Cochabamba is just one of the many cities in Bolivia waiting to be explored once you've seen La Paz. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Cristo de la Concordia, Palacio Portales and Parque Mariscal Santa Cruz.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in Bolivia, head for Sucre, roughly 434 kilometres south-east of La Paz. House of Liberty Museum - Casa de la Libertad, Plaza 25 de Mayo and La Recoleta are among the biggest draws.
