Travelling from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Travelling during a peak month such as June? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the BER - SJO route include:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
Frankfurt Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from BER to SJO, check if you need a visa to enter Costa Rica. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
311 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. A return flight starts from 517 €. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BER to SJO if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from BER to SJO. You don't need to check every day to find out if airfares have dropped. We'll let you know when there's a change in price.
Take advantage of filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Berlin, Berlin Brandenburg Airport can be reached in approximately 36 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The same journey by public transport will take roughly 36 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to BER:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you're on a late flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near SJO:
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of San Jose. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 21 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 2 hours and 22 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit San Jose. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Before locking in your flight from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 12ºC and 26ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BER to SJO around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about San Jose
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in San Jose right here. Check out these options as soon as you've booked your flight from BER to SJO:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned San Jose itinerary.
Complete your San Jose trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Juan Santamaria International Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in San Jose.
