Flying from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is one hour behind Kansas City and follows the UTC-6 timezone.
Your MCI to SJO flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kansas City International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MCI and SJO:
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport (MCI) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kansas City International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight is $309. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $515. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from MCI to SJO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Kansas City International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kansas City International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
MCI's address is 601 Brasilia Avenue.
Kansas City International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from MCI land on schedule 81.34% of the time.
Central Kansas City to Kansas City International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Kansas City International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near MCI:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Kansas City International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SJO instead:
Pick up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and discover San Jose and beyond with your own set of wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport to the centre of San Jose has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kansas City International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit San Jose in May.
When booking your flight from Kansas City International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MCI to SJO sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of San Jose. Around 113 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in Costa Rica, head for Alajuela, roughly 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are key reasons to visit.
