Flying from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Start your holiday planning by considering where you'll board your flight from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are Dubai's main airports.
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-6, which is 10 hours behind Dubai. Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Dubai to SJO. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a popular month such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When browsing flights from Dubai to SJO departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the quickest route and available public transport options.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Dubai Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
You can get to DWC from central Dubai in approximately 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
It's your holiday, so why not book an extra night away from home? Think about kicking back in one of these hotels near Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport the day before your flight from Dubai to SJO:
About Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Book a hotel close to SJO if you're catching a late flight from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
From Juan Santamaria International Airport, San Jose is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 21 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 2 hours and 22 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
$1,084 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Return flights start from $1,503. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to secure flight tickets from Dubai to SJO. You're more likely to bag a bargain and have more options for flight times and dates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
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Personalise your trip using filters. Adjust the duration, number of stops, and departure and arrival times to find the ideal flight from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' options first.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the busiest month to catch a flight from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport while May is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit San Jose, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for San Jose. March is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Dubai to SJO sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap flights from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about San Jose
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in San Jose right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Dubai to Juan Santamaria International Airport:
Teatro Nacional Costa Rica and National Park (Parque Nacional) are just two of the popular attractions to put on your San Jose travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Plaza de la Cultura.
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