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San José flights from London take 11 hours 30 minutes on direct services. British Airways operate nonstop flights from UK airports. The destination is served by Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), located 20km from downtown San José.
Direct flights operate 3-5 flights per week. For connecting options, airlines offer services via Miami, Houston, Atlanta, Madrid, with layovers typically ranging from 2-4 hours.
Return fares range from £550-780 in low season to £1,050-1,400 during peak periods. January-March (dry season) sees the highest demand. Book 8-12 weeks ahead for transatlantic flights.
Price Patterns
Prices typically drop Tuesday/Wednesday for bookings
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Peak periods (January-March (dry season)): Book 3-4 months ahead
Ideal Booking Window
Low season (May-November (rainy/green season)): Book 6-8 weeks ahead
High season (January-March (dry season)): Book 10-14 weeks ahead
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Money-Saving Tips
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Fly midweek (Tuesday-Thursday) for better prices
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National Theatre
Visit the National Theatre to admire grand architecture and cultural performances.
Central Market
Explore the bustling Central Market for local food, coffee, and crafts.
La Sabana Park
Relax in La Sabana Park, known as the “lungs of the city.”
Volcano Trip
Take a day trip to Poás Volcano National Park for crater views and cloud forest scenery.
Coffee Culture
Experience Costa Rica’s famous coffee at local cafés and plantations nearby.
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