Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Dubai: what you need to know
Juan Santamaria International Airport is located in San Jose. Operating on the UTC+4 timezone, Dubai is 10 hours ahead of San Jose.
To ensure you get on your flight from SJO to Dubai, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to find a flight from SJO to Dubai that includes a stopover. To see all your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
You will need a visa for United Arab Emirates if you have a passport from Costa Rica and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dubai, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for the latest information.
Located around 18 kilometres from the centre of San Jose, SJO can be reached in about 21 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport will take roughly 2 hours and 22 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dubai? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SJO:
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Dubai
P40,043 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dubai. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P58,395. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SJO to Dubai if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dubai is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to show the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Dubai Airport (DXB) to central Dubai is approximately 14 kilometres. It takes around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 49 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dubai. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
The centre of Dubai is approximately 56 kilometres from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). Once your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dubai has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 45 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.
There are some great places where you can rest ahead of your adventure near DWC. Unwind and get cosy after your flight from SJO to Dubai at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Dubai
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dubai while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Dubai, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
Lock in your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Dubai for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Look for cheap flights from SJO to Dubai in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
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