Flying from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Tamarindo Airport take 50 minutes. Tamarindo and San Jose are in the same timezone (UTC-6), meaning you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
For the earliest departure, hop on the 05:15 flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Tamarindo Airport. If you prefer to go later, the last flight departs at 17:00. With 26 flights each week from SJO to TNO, you can select the one that works best for you.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Once you've booked your cheap ticket from SJO to TNO, get your travel documents ready. A passport or visa isn't needed as you're travelling within Costa Rica. As long as you have another identity document, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're good to go.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Tamarindo Airport is P9,221. The cheapest price for a return flight is P18,442. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To snag cheap tickets from SJO to TNO, reserve your trip 3 months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Tamarindo Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from SJO to TNO. There's no need to check back in every day to see if prices have fallen. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Tamarindo Airport.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The journey from central San Jose to Juan Santamaria International Airport takes around 2 hours and 22 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 21 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a convenient hotel close to SJO? If you're on an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Tamarindo Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Tamarindo Airport (TNO)
Reserve a hotel near TNO if you're taking a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Tamarindo Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Tamarindo Airport (TNO) to central Tamarindo
Tamarindo Airport to central Tamarindo takes around 11 minutes in a car. It's approximately 5 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
It takes around 56 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Tamarindo Airport (TNO)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Tamarindo Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Tamarindo. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in May.
The warmest month in Tamarindo is April, with the temperature ranging between 23 ºC and 33 ºC. Lock in your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Tamarindo Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from SJO to TNO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21 ºC and 31 ºC on average.
More about Tamarindo
Start your Tamarindo trip right by finding an amazing stay. Once you've booked your flight from SJO to TNO, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Tamarindo Beach, Tamarindo Estuary and Kingpin Sportfishing are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Tamarindo itinerary.
Complete your Tamarindo trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not the only thing we're good at. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Tamarindo Airport, check out our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Tamarindo stay.