San José (Alajuela) to Tampa (SJO–TPA) — 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: Apr 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.
SJO–TPA had nonstop service from JetBlue and United Airlines, last on the schedule in April 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 1,247 miles in 2h 57m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B6 JetBlue | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
| UA United Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | Star Alliance | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Tampa from San José (Alajuela)
| Metric | SJO→TPA | LIR→TPA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SJO | – | 100 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 4 |
| Weekly flights | – | 1 |
| Flight time | 2h 57m | 2h 41m |
Travel Essentials
SJO: CST · TPA: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San José (Alajuela), it's 8:00 PM in Tampa.
Uber and Lyft pickup is on the lower level curb; typically $20–30 to downtown Tampa and $45–60 to St. Petersburg. Taxis at the rank run $25–35 to Tampa center. The HART bus (Route 30X) connects to downtown for $2.25 but is infrequent; check schedules before relying on it.Rental car counters are in the arrivals hall with a shuttle to the consolidated rental facility. I-275 provides direct access north to downtown and south toward St. Pete. The airport's people mover system is free and connects all areas of the terminal complex.
Humid subtropical climate. Tampa is called the "lightning capital of North America." Afternoon thunderstorms are nearly daily from June through September, causing frequent ground stops and gate holds during summer afternoons. Summer afternoon flights routinely run late.
Hurricane season (June–November) poses storm surge and wind risk. Direct hits are rare, but evacuations periodically affect the region. Winter (December–February) is mild at 14–23°C with very low disruption risk. Spring (March–May) is the most comfortable season.
SJO–TPA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SJO to TPA
Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) had nonstop service from JetBlue and United Airlines, last on the schedule in April 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.
SJO to TPA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SJO to TPA is about 2 hours 57 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,247 miles (2,007 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Miami, Tocumen and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Liberia (LIR).