Flying from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC): what you need to know
The timezone in San Jose is UTC-7, which is two hours behind Bogota.
Your BOG to SJC flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from El Dorado International Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BOG and SJC:
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
George Bush Intercontinental Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport (BOG) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way El Dorado International Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport flight is $359. A return plane ticket is currently $583. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from BOG to SJC, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from El Dorado International Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from El Dorado International Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Of the departures from El Dorado International Airport, 72.09% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Bogota to El Dorado International Airport is approximately 8 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from El Dorado International Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BOG:
Arriving at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late El Dorado International Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SJC instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of San Jose and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport about one week ahead.
Getting from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) to central San Jose
SJC is located at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
From Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, San Jose is approximately 4 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the center by car.
Traveling on public transport will take you around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
The quietest month for a flight from El Dorado International Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is May, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to San Jose based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from El Dorado International Airport to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in San Jose, with the temperature ranging from 52ºF to 90ºF.
Search for cheap tickets from BOG to SJC in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 37ºF and 64ºF on average.
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