Dallas-Fort Worth to San José (Alajuela) (DFW–SJO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
DFW–SJO is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. American Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,781 miles in approximately 4h 12m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines Also: QR | 12 | 738, 7M8 | 3h57-4h12 | Oneworld | QR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San José (Alajuela) from Dallas-Fort Worth
| Metric | DFW→SJO | DAL→SJO |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from DFW | – | 12 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 19 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 12m | 2h 56m |
| Departure OTP | 77% | – |
Travel Essentials
DFW: CDT · SJO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 5:00 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.
DART Orange Line runs from downtown Dallas to Terminal A (50 min, $3). TEXRail serves Terminal B from Fort Worth ($2.50). No direct rail connects both cities to DFW; choose based on your origin. Ride-shares cost $25–45 from either city center.DFW's five terminals span 17,000 acres. The free Skylink people mover connects all terminals airside.
DFW–SJO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DFW to SJO
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines. With 19 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DFW to SJO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DFW to SJO is about 4 hours 12 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,781 miles (2,866 km). There are approximately 19 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 31 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via George Bush Intercontinental, El Salvador and William P. Hobby. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dallas (DAL).