Cheap flights from SMF to SJO (Sacramento Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SMF to SJO starting at $185 One Way, $417 Round Trip

Prices starting at $417 for return flights and $185 for one-way flights to Juan Santamaría Intl. were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hotel Ideas near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Airport Hotels near Juan Santamaría Intl.

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is $160 total per night from May 4 to May 5
$160 total
per night
May 4 - May 5
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,466 reviews)
Great complimentary breakfast, served the purpose of an airport hotel (one night stay).

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road Alajuela Alajuela
The price is $158 total per night from May 1 to May 2
$158 total
per night
May 1 - May 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,748 reviews)
A decent hotel for a quick night whilst travelling

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is $157 total per night from May 22 to May 23
$157 total
per night
May 22 - May 23
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,182 reviews)
Beautiful hotel with great staffing. Wish hotel had a pool though.

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In San José

Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
The price is $122 total per night from May 24 to May 25
$122 total
per night
May 24 - May 25
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,031 reviews)
Very good experience

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Barceló San José
Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
The price is $160 total per night from May 4 to May 5
$160 total
per night
May 4 - May 5
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,466 reviews)
Great complimentary breakfast, served the purpose of an airport hotel (one night stay).

Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

3.5 out of 5
Sobre Autopista General Cañas Ulloa Heredia
The price is $112 total per night from May 3 to May 4
$112 total
per night
May 3 - May 4
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,288 reviews)
This is an older property that needs some updating. There is nothing really special to distinguish it from any other basic hotel. The window shades in our room were tattered. The on-site restaurant served one of the worst Cuban sandwich we have had, however the breakfast was good. They have limited ...

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

San José Hotels With Airport Transportation

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos Rio Segundo Alajuela
The price is $172 total per night from May 15 to May 16
$172 total
per night
May 15 - May 16
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
It’s the perfect spot for us to stay when landing late…

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km San José San Jose
The price is $122 total per night from May 24 to May 25
$122 total
per night
May 24 - May 25
Book a stay at this spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,031 reviews)
Very good experience

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Barceló San José
La Riviera Hotel B&B

La Riviera Hotel B&B

3 out of 5
100 mts south of Cemetery San Antonio de Belen Heredia
The price is $125 total per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$125 total
per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Stay at this hotel in San Antonio de Belen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Stayed here for one night before our flight and we were not disappointed! The breakfast and dinner at their restaurant also exceeded our expectations. Conveniently close to the airport with seamless shuttle service. Would absolutely stay here again!

Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026

La Riviera Hotel B&B
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced San José Hotels

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street Alajuela Alajuela
The price is $88 total per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$88 total
per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (731 reviews)
AC was ancient and noisy, unable to control the temperature, the front door window was cracked, like it was hit by something or someone. Not very comforting. Very disappointing.

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites
Hotel El Maragato

Hotel El Maragato

3 out of 5
Ave Central San José San Jose
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San José. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National ...
Hotel El Maragato
Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana

3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja Uruca San Jose
The price is $112 total per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$112 total
per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
It was a really nice property with gated parking, nice outside seating and a great pizza restaurant. The staff was wonderful and very helpful.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Hotel Luisiana
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in San José

Hotel Robledal

Hotel Robledal

3 out of 5
400mts Oeste De La Iglesia de El Roble San Antonio Alajuela
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (410 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, babysitting, free breakfast for the whole family, free airport shuttle

Travelers say...
Friendly and very comfortable. Lots of birds to view.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

Hotel Robledal
Hotel Luisiana

Hotel Luisiana

3.5 out of 5
100 west and 400 south from Cruz Roja Uruca San Jose
The price is $112 total per night from Apr 27 to Apr 28
$112 total
per night
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Uruca. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, bicycle rentals nearby, cribs

Travelers say...
It was a really nice property with gated parking, nice outside seating and a great pizza restaurant. The staff was wonderful and very helpful.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Hotel Luisiana
Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field San Antonio Alajuela
The price is $110 total per night from May 26 to May 27
$110 total
per night
May 26 - May 27
Stay at this inn in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (705 reviews)
Beautiful oasis in the city. The perfect place to spend a night before our early morning flight. The owner was so friendly and kind. She helped us get a taxi to the airport and even noticed we had a surfboard with us and arranged for us to get a bigger vehicle to make sure it fit. We highly recommend ...

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Trapp Family Country Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

SMF to SJO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SMF Address & GPS
Address:
6900 Airport Boulevard
Sacramento CA, 95837
United States
IATA Code:
SMF
Longitude:
-121.593695
Latitude:
38.692283
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
SJO Address & GPS
Address:
San Jose ,
Costa Rica
IATA Code:
SJO
Longitude:
-84.20408
Latitude:
9.998238
Time Zone:
America/Costa_Rica

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
While you won't be able to fly nonstop from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport at this point in time, there are a number of companies that service this route with just a single stopover. Why not check if the times and dates offered by United Airlines or Delta Air Lines fit with your travel plans? If not, check out American Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from Sacramento Airport to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
Grab the opportunity to unwind on the flight from Sacramento to San José. The quickest flight time from SMF to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport is 8 hours and 4 minutes, which gives you lots of time to enjoy a red wine or get absorbed in a good book.
How many hours flight from SMF to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)?
Get comfy, because the average plane trip from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport is 8 hours and 6 minutes. Have a wine with your meal, finish that book … You'll have ample time to kick back and relax.
What airlines have the most flights from Sacramento Intl. Airport (SMF) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport?
At the moment, you won't find any direct flights from Sacramento to San José. However, you will be able to lock in a flight with one or more stops. Look on the bright side — use the break to get the blood moving again or do a little souvenir shopping!

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