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Cheap Tickets to Playa Zancudo

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

avianca
Wed, 15 Oct. - Thu, 23 Oct.
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
NZ$609 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$609
Return
found 3 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Wed, 15 Oct. from Los Angeles to San José, returning Thu, 23 Oct., priced at NZ$609 found 3 days ago
United
Wed, 15 Oct. - Thu, 23 Oct.
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
NZ$641 Return, found 3 days ago
NZ$641
Return
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, 15 Oct. from Los Angeles to San José, returning Thu, 23 Oct., priced at NZ$641 found 3 days ago
Copa
Fri, 12 Sep. - Thu, 18 Sep.
LAX
Los Angeles
SJO
San José
NZ$653 Return, found 4 days ago
NZ$653
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Fri, 12 Sep. from Los Angeles to San José, returning Thu, 18 Sep., priced at NZ$653 found 4 days ago
Delta
Fri, 12 Sep. - Thu, 18 Sep.
ONT
Ontario
SJO
San José
NZ$665 Return, found 4 days ago
NZ$665
Return
found 4 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, 12 Sep. from Ontario to San José, returning Thu, 18 Sep., priced at NZ$665 found 4 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, 22 Jan. - Tue, 3 Feb.
ONT
Ontario
SJO
San José
NZ$708 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$708
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, 22 Jan. from Ontario to San José, returning Tue, 3 Feb., priced at NZ$708 found 5 days ago

Playa Zancudo Flights

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Playa Zancudo's airport?
Playa Zancudo has just one airport, Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO).
How many airlines fly to Playa Zancudo?
There are 25 air carriers that fly into Playa Zancudo from 40 worldwide airports.
Which airlines fly to Playa Zancudo?
SANSA Regional and Costa Rica Green Airways operate the most flights to Playa Zancudo. One of the most popular ways to get there is with a SANSA Regional flight leaving from Tambor.
How many nonstop flights are there to Playa Zancudo?
With approximately 688 direct flights every week, you'll be hitting the tarmac in Playa Zancudo before you can ask, "Are we there yet?"
Where are the most popular flights to Playa Zancudo departing from?
Travellers often jet off from Guatemala City, Houston and Liberia airports when flying to Playa Zancudo.
How long is the flight to Playa Zancudo Airport?
Which airport you depart from determines how much of the in-flight entertainment you'll get to see. From Tambor to Playa Zancudo, the average flight time is 27 minutes. From Puerto Jiménez it's more or less 50 minutes, and from Panama City it's 1 hour and 26 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to Playa Zancudo?
Don't leave booking your flight to Playa Zancudo until the last minute. That's one move well-versed jet-setters use to get the best deals. Booking well in advance means more choices and cheaper flights. Also, shop around and compare your options. If your destination has a few airports, you may be able to score an excellent deal by flying into a smaller terminal. Last but not least, another easy way to save some money is be ready to book at a moment's notice. If you come across a terrific deal, don't hesitate — snap it up while the opportunity's there.
How to survive the flight to Playa Zancudo?
No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a pleasurable experience if you prepare well enough. We've put together a list of handy tips and tricks that will help get your Playa Zancudo escape started on the right note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • Travelling on a plane can be a cruisy experience if you've got all the right stuff. Firstly, you'll want some toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a fresh set of clothes and a good book. Secondly, make room in your bag for your phone and charger, any vital medications and perhaps a comfy neck pillow too. Lastly, remember to bring your passport, travel papers and some cash.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Make sure you don't have a sharp object hiding in one of the zippers of your hand luggage. Other banned items include flammable or explosive goods, like aerosols and matches, and gels and liquids in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

  • Comfort really should be your main priority when picking what to wear on board. Consider your footwear carefully too, as swollen feet are a common occurrence. Flat shoes which are slightly roomy are always a smart option.
  • The result of sustained periods of immobility, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a serious condition that can affect some passengers during long flights. The great news is there are numerous ways to significantly reduce the risk of developing it. Keep your fluids up, walk up and down the aisles as much as possible and wear compression tights or socks.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Playa Zancudo?
The simple answer is — be prepared. We've put together some useful tips for a hassle-free trip through security. Watch out Playa Zancudo, here you come:

  • Keep your ID and boarding pass handy. They'll be the first things you'll be asked for by airport security.
  • Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your jacket, belt, keys and other contents of your pockets, like your earphones, will need to go on a tray through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them before your turn arrives.
  • For just a few minutes, you'll need to unplug from technology. Your phone, laptop and any other electronic devices will need to be sent through the scanner.
  • Any liquids or gels, such as perfume or hairspray, that you want to bring on board need to be in containers no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), zip-lock bag.
  • There's a chance you'll be asked to take your shoes off to be X-rayed, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a clever idea.
  • Airlines won't allow any sharp or pointed objects to come on board with you. If you must bring these kinds of items, pack them safely in your checked luggage.

Flights to Playa Zancudo information
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
SJO
Destination city name
San José
Return price
NZ$608

Trending flights to Playa Zancudo

These prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices quoted are per person, return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Mon, 19 Jan. - Sun, 25 Jan.
AKL
Auckland
SJO
San José
NZ$1,824 Return, found 5 days ago
NZ$1,824
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, 19 Jan. from Auckland to San José, returning Sun, 25 Jan., priced at NZ$1,824 found 5 days ago
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