Flying from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Liberia Airport (LIR): what you need to know
Liberia is one hour ahead of San Jose and observes the UTC-6 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SJC to LIR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Liberia Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between SJC and LIR:
Los Angeles International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to Liberia Airport (LIR)
P11,826 is currently the best price for a one-way Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. A return flight starts at P25,980. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SJC to LIR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Liberia Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
The address for SJC is 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
84.69% of flights departing from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when taking off from SJC.
To reach Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport from central San Jose, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SJC? If you're catching an early flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Liberia Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Liberia Airport (LIR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LIR instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Liberia Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and find adventure across Liberia and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Liberia Airport around two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Liberia Airport (LIR) to central Liberia
Liberia Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from the centre of Liberia. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Liberia Airport (LIR)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Liberia Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Liberia. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to Liberia Airport for April if you'd like to go to Liberia during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
November has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SJC to LIR around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Costa Rica
Liberia has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Costa Rica waiting to be explored. Around 161 kilometres south-east of Liberia, a visit to San Jose will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Teatro Nacional Costa Rica, National Park (Parque Nacional) and Plaza de la Cultura.
Limon is another essential stop in Costa Rica and is around 274 kilometres east of Liberia. No journey is complete without experiencing Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Cruise Pier Puerto Limon.