Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
Brisbane's timezone is UTC+10, which makes Brisbane 16 hours ahead of San Jose.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SJO to BNE flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to check out another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brisbane Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a popular stop between SJO and BNE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight is RM3,812. A return plane ticket is currently RM8,118. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SJO to BNE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brisbane Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SJO to BNE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brisbane Airport.
Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Of all flights departing from Juan Santamaria International Airport, 79.83% land on schedule at their destination.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 2 hours 20 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to SJO? If you're catching an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brisbane Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near BNE instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Brisbane Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Alpha Car Hire to explore Brisbane and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Brisbane Airport around four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
Brisbane Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Brisbane. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brisbane Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Brisbane. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Brisbane is January, with the temperature ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Brisbane Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SJO to BNE in July. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Gold Coast is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Brisbane. Around 72 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in Australia, head for Toowoomba, roughly 105 kilometres west of Brisbane. Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point are among the biggest draws.
