Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) to San José (Alajuela) (CDG–SJO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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CDG–SJO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air France leads the route. The flight covers 5,553 miles in approximately 11h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AF Air France Also: KL | 7 | 772 | 11h20 | – | SkyTeam | KL |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CDG: CEST · SJO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise), it's 10:00 AM in San José (Alajuela).
French passport holders enter Costa Rica visa-free for up to 180 days. No advance authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least two blank pages. Immigration may ask for proof of onward travel and evidence of at least $100 per month of stay.
RER B train runs from central Paris (Châtelet–Les Halles, Gare du Nord) to CDG T2 in 30–35 minutes (€11.80, RATP fare). From T2, a free CDGVAL people mover covers T1 and T3. Train frequency is every 10–15 minutes; service runs from around 5am to midnight.
Taxis from Paris have a fixed fare: €55 to the Right Bank (most of central Paris), €65 to the Left Bank. Journey time is 30–60 minutes depending on traffic on the A1. Ride-hail (Uber, Bolt) is often cheaper. Buses (Le Bus Direct) run from major Left Bank and Right Bank stops (€17).
CDG–SJO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CDG to SJO
Charles de Gaulle International Airport (CDG) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) are connected by nonstop service from Air France. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CDG to SJO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CDG to SJO is about 11 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,553 miles (8,936 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Miami, El Dorado and Tocumen. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.