What is the IATA code for San Jose Airport?

The IATA code for Juan Santamaria Int'l is SJO.

Juan Santamaria Int'l (SJO) in San Jose, Costa Rica. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.

SJO

Juan Santamaria Int'l

Q: How to reach San Jose Airport from the city?

Bus: TUASA and Station Wagon offer regular services to San José and Alajuela. Buses depart frequently from outside the terminal. Fares are approximately ₡600-₡800 to San José. Taxi/Cab: Official orange taxis are available outside the terminal. Expect to pay around ₡15,000-₡20,000 to San José. Uber is also available. Distance: Approximately 20 km from downtown San José. Travel time is typically 20-30 minutes without traffic, but can extend to 45-60 minutes during peak hours.

San Jose, Costa Rica

🏷️IATASJO

📍CitySan Jose

📞Helpline+506 2437 2424

🌐aeris.cr

Alajuela Province, Alajuela, Costa Rica

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ℹ️ About Juan Santamaria Int'l

Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) opened in 1958 and is operated by AERIS Holdings Costa Rica. It is the primary airport serving San José, Costa Rica.

In 2023, the airport handled approximately 5 million passengers. SJO plays a crucial role in Costa Rica's tourism industry.

Future expansion plans are under consideration to further increase capacity.

🏢 Terminals

Juan Santamaría International Airport has one main terminal building. The terminal handles both domestic and international flights.

It has 19 gates. The airport underwent expansion and renovation projects completed in 2018, increasing its capacity to approximately 6 million passengers per year.

🚗 How to Reach San Jose Airport

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Bus

TUASA and Station Wagon offer regular services to San José and Alajuela. Buses depart frequently from outside the terminal. Fares are approximately ₡600-₡800 to San José.

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Taxi/Cab

Official orange taxis are available outside the terminal. Expect to pay around ₡15,000-₡20,000 to San José. Uber is also available.

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Distance

Approximately 20 km from downtown San José. Travel time is typically 20-30 minutes without traffic, but can extend to 45-60 minutes during peak hours.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Lounges

BAC Credomatic VIP Lounge (International Terminal), VIP Lounge Santamaría (International Terminal). Access is available via lounge membership programs, or by purchasing a day pass.

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Food & Dining

Quiznos, Smashburger, Britt Cafe Bakery, Imperial Bar. Limited 24-hour options.

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Shopping

Duty-free shops are available in the international departures area. Souvenir shops and Britt Shop are also present.

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Connectivity

Free WiFi is available throughout the airport. Connect to the "Aeris_FREE" network.

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Banking

ATMs are located throughout the terminal. Currency exchange services are available.

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Medical

A medical clinic is located within the terminal, offering basic medical assistance.

🅿️ Parking

Short-term and long-term parking options are available. Rates start at approximately ₡1,200 per hour. Daily rates are around ₡12,000. There is no official pre-booking URL.

💡 Tips for Travellers

Consider taking the bus to San José to save money on transportation.

Purchase a local SIM card upon arrival for convenient and affordable data access.

Be aware of unofficial taxi drivers offering rides; only use the official orange taxis.

Check the airport's website for real-time flight information and potential delays.

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🔀 Other Airports in San Jose

SJC — San Jose Municipal SJI — Mcguire Field

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