San José (Alajuela) to Atlanta (SJO–ATL) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SJO–ATL is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines and Frontier lead the route. The flight covers 1,634 miles in approximately 3h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 54 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines Also: AF, KL | 9 | 752, 757 | 3h25-4h14 | – | SkyTeam | AF, KL |
| F9 Frontier | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Atlanta from San José (Alajuela)
| Metric | SJO→ATL | LIR→ATL |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SJO | – | 100 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 23 | 8 |
| Flight time | 3h 25m | 4h 2m |
Travel Essentials
SJO: CST · ATL: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San José (Alajuela), it's 8:00 PM in Atlanta.
MARTA Gold Line connects the airport to downtown Atlanta (16 min, $2.50) and Buckhead (30 min). Taxis have a flat rate of $30 to downtown, $38 to Buckhead. Ride-shares are typically $20–35.
The SkyTrain people mover links the Domestic and International terminals, rental car center, and Georgia International Convention Center.
Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and humid (30–35°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms that cause flight delays June through August. Winters are mild (2–10°C) with rare snowfall. Ice storms can shut down the airport when they hit.
Spring brings severe weather risk including tornadoes. Fall (September–November) is the most pleasant season for travel.
SJO–ATL Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SJO to ATL
Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) and Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines and Frontier. With 23 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
SJO to ATL Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SJO to ATL ranges from 3 hours 25 minutes to 4 hours 14 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,634 miles (2,629 km). There are approximately 23 weekly flights outbound and 16 return, totaling 39 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
54 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via MSY. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Liberia (LIR).