Flying from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose's timezone is UTC-6, making San Jose eight hours behind Riga.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your RIX to SJO flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Riga International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between RIX and SJO include:
London Gatwick Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
RM3,554 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Riga International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM4,449. These fares can change based on demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from RIX to SJO. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Riga International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RIX to SJO.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Riga International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
Handy information about Riga International Airport (RIX)
When it comes to Riga International Airport's on-time performance, 71.03% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Riga International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Riga. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near RIX. Whether you have an early flight from Riga International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you have a late Riga International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near SJO:
Follow your own route with a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and see more of San Jose and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks before your trip.
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 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
July is the busiest month for flights from Riga International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to San Jose in May.
Lock in your flight from Riga International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you'd like to go to San Jose during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RIX to SJO in January. Average temperatures are between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Limon is just one of the many cities in Costa Rica waiting to be discovered 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 want to check out another major stop in Costa Rica, consider Alajuela, about 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are among the biggest draws.