Flying from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
San Jose is one hour behind Memphis and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MEM to SJO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Memphis International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MEM and SJO include:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
At the moment, ر.ق. 796 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Memphis International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 1,170. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MEM to SJO if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Memphis International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and score a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MEM to SJO by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Memphis International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Memphis International Airport (MEM)
The address for MEM is 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
79.88% of flights leaving from Memphis International Airport reach their destination on time.
To get to Memphis International Airport from central Memphis, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel near MEM? If you're catching an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you have a late Memphis International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near SJO:
Pick up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car and explore San Jose and beyond with your own set of wheels. NextCar, Europcar and Dollar are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central San Jose. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
It'll take around 2 hours 20 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Memphis International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Memphis International Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MEM to SJO in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 12ºC and 26ºC on average.
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, its top attractions include Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Costa Rica, head for Alajuela, about 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto are key reasons to visit.
