{"response": {"Key": "US-SJO", "orig": {"code": "US", "type": "country", "country": "United States"}, "dest": {"code": "SJO", "type": "airport", "city": "San José", "fullCity": "San José, Costa Rica", "airport": "Juan Santamaría Intl Airport"}, "faq": {"q0": {"question": "From which cities in United States can I fly to San José?", "answer": "Fifteen US cities offer nonstop flights to San José, Costa Rica, with Miami leading at 206 weekly flights on American, Avianca, Volaris El Salvador, and Volaris Costa Rica. Other major gateways include Orlando (122 weekly flights on JetBlue, Frontier, Southwest, and Volaris Costa Rica), New York (99 weekly flights on United and JetBlue), and Dallas/Fort Worth (96 weekly flights on American). Travelers typically choose a departure city based on proximity and flight frequency, with southern hubs like Miami providing the most options, while red-eye flights are available from Los Angeles and San Francisco for those seeking overnight travel.", "methodology": "The US departure cities with nonstop service to this destination, their weekly flight frequencies, typical flight times, airlines, and red-eye availability are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We identify every US airport with scheduled nonstop service to the destination, group them into their metropolitan areas, and rank the cities by scheduled weekly departures; the typical flight time is the median scheduled duration, and red-eye availability is flagged from scheduled local departure and arrival times.", "toolsUsed": ["country_to_city"]}, "q1": {"question": "How long is the flight from United States to San José?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Miami to San José typically take about 3 hours, while from New York the flight is around 5 hours and 22 minutes. For connecting itineraries, a one-stop trip from Los Angeles, a gateway with no nonstop option, often takes around 8 to 9 hours total travel time. Return flights from San José to the US are generally similar in duration, though headwinds can add a bit of time on northbound routes.", "methodology": "The US departure cities with nonstop service to this destination, their weekly flight frequencies, typical flight times, airlines, and red-eye availability are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We identify every US airport with scheduled nonstop service to the destination, group them into their metropolitan areas, and rank the cities by scheduled weekly departures; the typical flight time is the median scheduled duration, and red-eye availability is flagged from scheduled local departure and arrival times.", "toolsUsed": ["country_to_city"]}, "q2": {"question": "Are there direct flights from United States to San José?", "answer": "Yes, there are nonstop flights from the United States to San José, Costa Rica, with 15 US gateways offering direct service. Major city pairs include Miami on American, Avianca, Volaris El Salvador, and Volaris Costa Rica; Orlando on JetBlue, Frontier, Southwest, and Volaris Costa Rica; New York on United and JetBlue; Dallas on American; Houston on United; Los Angeles on Alaska, United, and Delta; Atlanta on Delta and Frontier; and Chicago on United and American, among others. Flight times range from about 2 hours 55 minutes from Miami to about 6 hours 35 minutes from San Francisco, with red-eye options available from Los Angeles and San Francisco.", "methodology": "The US departure cities with nonstop service to this destination, their weekly flight frequencies, typical flight times, airlines, and red-eye availability are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We identify every US airport with scheduled nonstop service to the destination, group them into their metropolitan areas, and rank the cities by scheduled weekly departures; the typical flight time is the median scheduled duration, and red-eye availability is flagged from scheduled local departure and arrival times.", "toolsUsed": ["country_to_city"]}, "q3": {"question": "Which cities in United States are usually cheapest or easiest for flying to San José?", "answer": "Miami and Fort Lauderdale offer the most frequent and cheapest flights, with the shortest duration. Houston and Atlanta are strong alternatives with competitive pricing. From the West Coast, Los Angeles and San Francisco have nonstop options but often cost more. Travellers from smaller US cities typically connect through these hubs."}, "q4": {"question": "Which airlines fly from United States to San José?", "answer": "American (oneworld), United (Star Alliance), Delta (SkyTeam), JetBlue, Southwest, Alaska (oneworld), Avianca (Star Alliance), and Frontier fly nonstop from key US cities to San José.", "methodology": "The US departure cities with nonstop service to this destination, their weekly flight frequencies, typical flight times, airlines, and red-eye availability are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We identify every US airport with scheduled nonstop service to the destination, group them into their metropolitan areas, and rank the cities by scheduled weekly departures; the typical flight time is the median scheduled duration, and red-eye availability is flagged from scheduled local departure and arrival times.", "toolsUsed": ["country_to_city"]}, "q5": {"question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from United States to San José?", "answer": "Flights from the United States to San José, Costa Rica, are typically cheapest during the rainy season from May to November, with the lowest fares often found in September and October. Booking at least two to three months in advance and flying midweek, especially on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, can yield better prices, while early morning or late night departures tend to be less expensive than midday flights."}, "q6": {"question": "How far in advance should I book flights from United States to San José?", "answer": "For flights from the United States to San José, Costa Rica, book 8 to 12 weeks ahead for the best balance of availability and price, but if traveling during peak periods like winter holidays, spring break, or Costa Rica's dry season festivals, aim for 12 to 16 weeks to secure reasonable fares."}, "q8": {"question": "What is the baggage allowance on flights from United States to San José?", "answer": "On flights from the US to San José, standard economy fares typically include one checked bag and a carry-on, but basic economy tickets on airlines like American, United, and Delta often exclude a free checked bag. Premium cabins usually permit two checked bags. Always verify your fare's specific allowance with the airline."}, "q9": {"question": "Are overnight or red eye flights available from United States to San José?", "answer": "Red‑eye flights from the United States to San José are available, but only from the West Coast: Los Angeles (LAX) and San Francisco (SFO) offer overnight nonstop service. These flights typically depart in the late evening and arrive in San José the next morning, which appeals to travelers who want to maximize their day at either end or minimize hotel costs. From most other US gateways, including Miami, Orlando, New York, Dallas, and Houston, flights operate during daytime hours with no red‑eye options.", "methodology": "The US departure cities with nonstop service to this destination, their weekly flight frequencies, typical flight times, airlines, and red-eye availability are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We identify every US airport with scheduled nonstop service to the destination, group them into their metropolitan areas, and rank the cities by scheduled weekly departures; the typical flight time is the median scheduled duration, and red-eye availability is flagged from scheduled local departure and arrival times.", "toolsUsed": ["country_to_city"]}, "q10": {"question": "What time of day is usually cheapest for flights from United States to San José?", "answer": "Flights from the United States to San José typically offer lower fares for late-night or early-morning departures, often between 10 PM and 6 AM. Afternoon and evening flights tend to be pricier. These patterns can shift depending on the day of the week and season, with midweek red-eyes sometimes providing better value."}, "q11": {"question": "Which airport will I arrive at and how do I get from Juan Santamaría Intl Airport to downtown San José?", "answer": "Flights from the United States to San José, Costa Rica, arrive at Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), located about 20 km northwest of downtown San José. To reach the city centre, you can take a public bus, which runs 24 hours a day with departures roughly every 10 minutes during peak hours, or use a licensed taxi—look for the official orange airport taxis or standard red taxis with yellow door triangles. Ride-share services like Uber also operate in the area, offering another convenient option. There is no direct train or metro from the airport, but the highway provides a straightforward drive of around 20–30 minutes, depending on traffic.", "toolsUsed": ["article_lookup"], "references": [{"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?oldid=1355176469&title=Juan_Santamar%C3%ADa_International_Airport", "title": "Juan Santamaría International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2005-03-20T10:54:40Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juan%20Santamar%C3%ADa%20International%20Airport", "title": "Juan Santamaría International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T22:20:36Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juan_Santamaria_International_Airport", "title": "Juan Santamaría International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2005-03-20T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20airports%20in%20Costa%20Rica", "title": "List of airports in Costa Rica", "time_published": "2025-10-21T05:05:04Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juan_Santamaría", "title": "Juan Santamaría", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-15T19:46:26Z"}]}, "q12": {"question": "Which cabin and seat options are typical on flights from United States to San José?", "answer": "Flights to San José typically feature economy and a domestic-style first class recliner seat marketed as business class. A few widebody aircraft occasionally offer lie-flat seats. Dedicated premium economy is rare. Separate international first class does not appear on this route."}, "q13": {"question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at San José airport?", "answer": "Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) does not have an on-site hotel, capsule hotel, or sleeping pods inside the terminal, but several nearby hotels are connected by shuttle, including the Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall and Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport, both about a mile away. The airport is open 24 hours, and travelers sometimes rest on limited seating or couches in the Alajuela Zone, though cold air conditioning and announcements can be disruptive.", "toolsUsed": ["article_lookup"], "references": [{"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/costa-rica/alajuela/activities/costa_rica_sjo_airport_to_san_jos%C3%A9_hotels_nearby_private_shuttle-XF7A2K?property=SJOAP", "title": "Costa Rica SJO Airport to San José Hotels nearby Private Shuttle", "time_published": "2026-05-04T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://activities.marriott.com/north-america/costa-rica/alajuela/activities/private_transfer_sjo_airport_to_jaco_los_sue%C3%B1os_marriott_hotels-XB84BN?property=SJOAC", "title": "Private Transfer SJO Airport to Jaco / Los Sueños Marriott Hotels", "time_published": "2026-05-04T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/guides/san-jose-airport-guide-cr.htm", "title": "San Jose Airport Guide (SJO) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-10-02T00:00:18Z"}, {"url": "https://www.hilton.com/en/locations/costa-rica/san-jose/sjo-juan-santamaria-international-airport/", "title": "Hotels near Juan Santamaria International Airport, San José, Costa Rica - Find Hotels - Hilton", "time_published": "2025-08-21T00:00:00Z"}, {"url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?oldid=1355176469&title=Juan_Santamar%C3%ADa_International_Airport", "title": "Juan Santamaría International Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2005-03-20T10:54:40Z"}, {"url": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?hl=gsw&id=com.frugalflyer.airport.sjo", "title": "Juan Santamaría Airport Info – Apps bei Google Play", "favicon": "https://www.gstatic.com/android/market_images/web/favicon_v3.ico"}]}, "q14": {"question": "What are the best airport lounge options at San José airport?", "answer": "At San José's Juan Santamaría International Airport, the main lounge option is the Santamaría VIP Lounge, located airside next to Gate 5 on Level 3 in the main terminal. It's accessible via Priority Pass, American Express Platinum, and likely other programs, and is open daily from 4:30 AM to 8:00 PM. Entry is limited to three hours before departure, children 10 and under are free, and complimentary beer and wine are offered, with spirits and showers available for a fee. 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