Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Montreal: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Montreal and you'll be travelling for around 5 hours 54 minutes.
The timezone in Montreal is UTC-4. The city is 2 hours ahead of San Jose, where Juan Santamaria International Airport is located.
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) is the most traveled route, with 6 departures a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from SJO to YUL is with Air Canada at 10:10. Opt for the first departure with Air Transat at 06:15 if you want to get going early.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from SJO to Montreal. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Montreal that arrives at Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Be on the lookout for promotions from Air Canada. This carrier operates direct flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Montreal.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from SJO to Montreal. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
El Salvador International Airport (SAL)
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Liberia Airport (LIR)
When travelling to Canada for tourism purposes, you will require a visa if you have a passport from Costa Rica. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need other documents depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Montreal.
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 takes roughly 2 hours and 22 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Montreal? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some 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 Montreal
161 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Montreal. Return flights start from 356 €. These prices can change based on availability.
Book 11 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SJO to Montreal.
July is the cheapest month for tickets from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Montreal. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to the centre of Montreal is about 25 minutes by car. It's approximately 26 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 2 hours and 15 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Montreal. Book one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
St. Hubert Airport (YHU) is about 40 kilometres from the centre of Montreal. Once you've disembarked your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Montreal, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the trip to take approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near YHU. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your flight from SJO to Montreal:
Best time to go to Montreal
August is the most popular month to board a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Montreal while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Montreal, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
The warmest month in Montreal is July, with temperatures ranging between 14ºC and 28ºC. Book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Montreal in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from SJO to Montreal in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -19ºC and -2ºC on average.
More about Montreal
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Montreal right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Montreal:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Mount Royal Park, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal are attractions you won't want to skip in Montreal.
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