Orlando to San José (Alajuela) (MCO–SJO) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MCO–SJO is served by 5 airlines with nonstop service. Southwest Airlines, Aero Condor Peru and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,288 miles in approximately 3h 13m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WN Southwest Airlines | 14 | 737, 7S7 | 3h-3h10 | – | – | |
| Q6 Aero Condor Peru | 7 | A20N | 3h16 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 3 | 321 | 3h28 | – | – | |
| B6 JetBlue | 2 | – | – | – | – | |
| NK Spirit Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach San José (Alajuela) from Orlando
| Metric | MCO→SJO | PIE→SJO | SRQ→SJO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from MCO | – | 91 mi | 104 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 24 | – | – |
| Flight time | 3h 13m | 2h 34m | 2h |
| Departure OTP | 100% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
MCO: EDT · SJO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Orlando, 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.
SunRail commuter rail connects downtown Orlando to the Sand Lake Road station (not at the airport). A shuttle or ride-hail covers the remaining 4 miles; the full trip takes 50–70 minutes and costs around $8–15 total. Brightline high-speed rail (launched 2023) runs from Miami and Fort Lauderdale to MCO's Terminal C, with one-way fares from $30–80.Ride-hails (Uber/Lyft) from International Drive cost $18–30; from Walt Disney World resort area $25–40. Taxis are metered. Park-and-ride options are limited; most long-term parking is in the airport's own garages ($15–25/day).
MCO–SJO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MCO to SJO
Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) are connected by nonstop service from Southwest Airlines, Aero Condor Peru, Frontier, JetBlue and Spirit Airlines. With 24 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MCO to SJO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MCO to SJO is about 3 hours 13 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,288 miles (2,072 km). There are approximately 24 weekly flights outbound and 24 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Miami, Fort Lauderdale Hollywood and Tocumen. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Pinellas Park (PIE) and Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ).