Travelling from Tampa to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): What you need to know
Tampa's main base, Tampa International Airport (TPA), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Tampa to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO).
Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. The city is in the UTC-6 timezone and is two hours behind Tampa.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tampa 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.
Delays at check-in and security are likely if you're flying during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Tampa, TPA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 55 minutes.
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When it comes to Tampa International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.59% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
You can reach PIE from central Tampa in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes to travel the 29 kilometres or so.
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When it comes to flights staying on schedule, St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77.01%.
PIE is located at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Book a hotel near SJO if you're catching a late flight from Tampa to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Follow your own route with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and venture far and wide through San Jose and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Tampa to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to the centre of San Jose is roughly 14 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
It'll take around 2 hours 20 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Currently, ₹ 7,834 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Juan Santamaria International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 18,527. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Tampa to SJO. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Tampa to Juan Santamaria International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
May is the quietest month for flights from Tampa to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to San Jose based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in San Jose is March, with temperatures ranging between 12ºC and 29ºC. Lock in your Tampa to SJO flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Tampa to Juan Santamaria International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC.
More about San Jose
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in San Jose right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Juan Santamaria International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. National Park (Parque Nacional), Jurassic World and Central Park (Parque Central) are top sights which should be on every San Jose itinerary.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Costa Rica just waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres east of San Jose, a visit to Limon will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
Liberia is another must-experience destination in Costa Rica and is around 153 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No trip is complete without a visit to Ponderosa Adventure Park, Ecologico Park and Museo de Guanacaste.
