Flying from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO): what you need to know
Around 11 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport.
San Jose is seven hours behind Paris and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Each week, there are nine Charles de Gaulle Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flights. If you want to take off as soon as possible, jump on the 13:20 Air France flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 13:25 with Air France.
To ensure you get on your CDG to SJO flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air France offers direct flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in San Jose — and maybe even more of Costa Rica if your schedule allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Air France on this route.
Air France is the most punctual carrier that operates CDG to SJO flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between CDG and SJO:
Tocumen International Airport
Miami International Airport
London Gatwick Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Currently, RM1,445 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Charles de Gaulle Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM3,494. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from CDG to SJO by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Handy information about Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
61.46% of flights that depart Charles de Gaulle Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central Paris to Charles de Gaulle Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to CDG? If you're boarding an early flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
If you have a late Charles de Gaulle Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near SJO:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Juan Santamaria International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NextCar, Europcar or Dollar and explore beyond San Jose's main sights.
Booking your ride from Juan Santamaria International Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to central San Jose
Juan Santamaria International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central San Jose. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 2 hours 20 minutes.
When to fly to Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
The quietest month for a flight from Charles de Gaulle 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 more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Juan Santamaria International Airport for March if you want to visit San Jose during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CDG to SJO in January. Temperatures average between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica just waiting to be explored. About 113 kilometres east of San Jose, a trip to Limon will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.
Alajuela is another must-experience destination in Costa Rica and is around 18 kilometres north-west of San Jose. No trip is complete without a visit to La Perla Park, Los Duendes Park and Finca El Soto.