Dallas to San José (Alajuela) (DAL–SJO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Dallas to San José (Alajuela)
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,772 mi 2h 56m nonstop -1h behind 46 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DAL and SJO, connecting options are available through 46 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DAL to SJO.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
46
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,088
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach San José (Alajuela) from Dallas

Nearby airports with service to Juan Santamaría International Airport.
Metric DAL→SJO DFW→SJO
Distance from DAL – 12 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 0 12
Flight time 2h 56m 4h 6m
Departure OTP 41% –
Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to San José (Alajuela) flights
Airports within 200 miles of DAL with service to Juan Santamaría International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-1h
San José (Alajuela) is 1 hour behind Dallas.
DAL: CDT · SJO: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas, it's 5:00 PM in San José (Alajuela).
Distance & Flight Time
1,772 mi / 2,852 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 2h 56m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

DAL–SJO Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dallas to San José (Alajuela) route.
Route details
Distance1,772 mi / 2,852 km
Flight time2h 56m
Time difference-1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections46 hubs
Origin: DAL
Full nameDallas Love Field
IATA / ICAODAL / KDAL
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
Passengers/yr17.3M
Elevation487 ft / 148 m
Destination: SJO
Full nameJuan Santamaría International Airport
IATA / ICAOSJO / MROC
TimezoneAmerica/Costa_Rica
Passengers/yr7.5M
Elevation3,021 ft / 921 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DAL to SJO flights.
Nonstop flights from Dallas Love Field to Juan Santamaría International Airport take approximately 2h 56m. The route covers 1,772 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LIR, CUN, SAL, TMB, FXE, TYS, SRQ, PIE, IAH, PBI, OPF, ILM, ECP, MTY, SUS, YHM, SJU, GDL, MSY, CMH, CHS, BNA, BDL, TEB, MSP, IAD, SXM, JFK, YUL, VNY, YYZ, LTN, EWR, SAN, OAK, HOU, LAX, FLL, MIA, ATL, CLT, BWI, MCO, SFO, DEN and ORD. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
San José (Alajuela) is 1 hour behind Dallas.
Yes, return flights from SJO to DAL are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include DFW. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DAL to SJO

Dallas Love Field (DAL) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DAL to SJO Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DAL to SJO ranges from 2 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,772 miles (2,852 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

46 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via LIR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW).