San José Airport (SJO) to San José
21 km (13 miles)
From
San José Airport (SJO)
Costa Rica's main international airport and gateway to the Central Valley.
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To
San José
Costa Rica's capital and cultural hub — markets, museums, and the country's best food scene.
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Rental Car
Distance: 21 km (13 mi)
Duration: ~1 hour
From San José Airport (SJO), take Pan-American Highway (Route 1) for the full 13 km into San José.
Note: Costa Rica traffic, weather and road conditions can greatly increase your drive time. It's always best to check with Waze before heading out. Read more on how to drive in Costa Rica.
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Shuttle
Duration: ~1.5 hours
Frequent airport shuttles to downtown San José. Many hotels offer pickup services.
Note: Shuttles come in shared and private flavors with different costs and trade-offs. Read more on taking a shuttle in Costa Rica.
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