Nashville to San José (Alajuela) (BNA–SJO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
BNA–SJO is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. TWY and Southwest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 1,812 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 36 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TWY TWY | 1 | – | – | – | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 1 | B38M | 4h15 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
BNA: EDT · SJO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Nashville, it's 4:00 PM in San José (Alajuela).
US passport holders enter Costa Rica visa-free for stays up to 180 days. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least one day beyond the date of entry. A return or onward ticket is required and airlines will check before boarding. Proof of funds (USD 100 per month of stay) may be requested at immigration.
No rail connection exists. WeGo bus Route 18 runs from downtown Nashville to BNA in 30–40 minutes (fare $2, transfers free with transfer slip) but service ends in the early evening. Not suitable for early-morning or late-night flights.
Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) from downtown cost $20–30 and take 15–25 minutes depending on traffic on I-40. Taxis run $25–35. Short-term parking is $3/20 minutes; economy lots cost $7–10/day with free shuttle.
BNA–SJO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BNA to SJO
Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) are connected by nonstop service from TWY and Southwest Airlines. With 1 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
BNA to SJO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BNA to SJO ranges from 4 hours 15 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,812 miles (2,916 km). There are approximately 1 weekly flights outbound and 2 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via PBI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.