Fort Lauderdale to San José (Alajuela) (FLL–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.
FLL–SJO is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. JetBlue, Spirit Airlines and Allegiant Air lead the route. The flight covers 1,142 miles in approximately 2h 57m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue | 7 | 320 | 2h57 | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 5 | – | – | – | – | |
| G4 Allegiant Air | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San José (Alajuela) from Fort Lauderdale
| Metric | FLL→SJO | OPF→SJO | MIA→SJO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from FLL | – | 14 mi | 21 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 | 14 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | – | 59 |
| Flight time | 2h 57m | 2h 41m | 0h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 63% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
FLL: EDT · SJO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Fort Lauderdale, 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.
Broward County Transit Route 1 runs from downtown Fort Lauderdale to the airport (30–40 min, $2), but it is slow with many stops. The airport has no direct rail link; Brightline's FLL station is 1.5 miles away with a shuttle connection.Ride-shares cost $15–25 from Fort Lauderdale and $35–55 from Miami Beach. Taxis are metered. I-595 and I-95 access can be congested during Miami rush hour (7–9am and 4–7pm).
FLL–SJO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FLL to SJO
Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) are connected by nonstop service from JetBlue, Spirit Airlines and Allegiant Air. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
FLL to SJO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FLL to SJO is about 2 hours 57 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,142 miles (1,838 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 12 return, totaling 19 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Tocumen, Rafael Nuñez and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Miami (OPF), Miami (MIA) and West Palm Beach (PBI).