Minneapolis to San José (Alajuela) (MSP–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.
Last scheduled nonstop: Jun 2026.
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.
MSP–SJO had nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and Sun Country Airlines, last on the schedule in June 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 2,470 miles in 5h 12m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – | |
| SY Sun Country Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
MSP: CDT · SJO: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Minneapolis, 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.
Metro Blue Line light rail runs from downtown Minneapolis (Warehouse District/Hennepin station) to T1-Lindbergh in 25–28 minutes ($2.50). The line also connects the Mall of America (Bloomington) in 13 minutes to the same station. T2-Humphrey (primarily Sun Country and charter flights) requires a free shuttle from T1 or a direct Blue Line stop at the Terminal 2-Humphrey station.Taxis and ride-hails from downtown Minneapolis cost $25–40 and take 15–30 minutes. The airport is conveniently close to both downtowns; St. Paul is 10–15 minutes by car.
MSP–SJO Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MSP to SJO
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP) and Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) had nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and Sun Country Airlines, last on the schedule in June 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
MSP to SJO Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MSP to SJO is about 5 hours 12 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,470 miles (3,974 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Orlando, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and George Bush Intercontinental. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.