Address & Contact

Contact Information:

Telefonnummer: +506 2437 2400

Street address:
Juan Santamaria International Airport
Provinz Alajuela
Alajuela
Costa Rica

GPS Coordinates:
Longitude: -84,209°
Latitude: 9,994°

Summary

Juan Santamaria International Airport is a medium sized airport in Costa Rica, serving the region of San Jose, San José. The longest runway is 9.882 feet or 3.012 meters long.

Facts:
Local name: Juan Santamaria Intl
Airport size: medium airport
Serving area: San Jose, San José
Longest runway: 9882 (ft)

Codes:
IATA: SJO, ICAO: MROC

Flight information:
Departure times (FlightStats)
Flight times (FlightRadar24)

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About the airport

Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), located in Alajuela, Costa Rica, is the primary gateway for travelers visiting this beautiful Central American country. With its ICAO code MROC, this modern airport offers a convenient and efficient experience for both domestic and international travelers.

SJO is situated just 20 kilometers northwest of the capital city, San Jose, making it easily accessible for tourists. The airport boasts a range of amenities, including duty-free shops, restaurants, and currency exchange services, ensuring a comfortable stay while waiting for flights.

Passengers can expect a smooth arrival and departure process, thanks to the airport's well-organized facilities and friendly staff. SJO serves as a hub for several major airlines, offering a wide range of domestic and international connections. Travelers can easily reach popular tourist destinations such as Manuel Antonio National Park, Arenal Volcano, and Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve from this airport.

Overall, Juan Santamaria International Airport provides a convenient and hassle-free experience, making it an excellent starting point for exploring the wonders of Costa Rica.

Hotels and places to stay

Check availability Photo of the hotel Courtyard San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard San Jose Airport Alajuela

Address
Distance: 0,7 mi
Radial Francisco J. Orlich, Plaza Los Mangos
20109 Rio Segundo,Alajuela
Costa Rica

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed

Check availability Photo of the hotel Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose-Airport

Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose-Airport

Address
Distance: 1,1 mi
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd
20107 Alajuela
Costa Rica

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin:
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed

Check availability Photo of the hotel Hotel Millenium

Hotel Millenium

Address
Distance: 1,4 mi
Rio Segundo de Alajuela
Alajuela
Costa Rica

Time Information

Checkout: 11:30 - Checkin: 13:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed

Check availability Photo of the hotel Hotel Mi Tierra Casa Blanca

Hotel Mi Tierra Casa Blanca

Address
Distance: 1,4 mi
Urbanizacion Ciruelas, 200 Este Taco Bar
20101 Alajuela
Costa Rica

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed

Check availability Photo of the hotel Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo

Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo

Address
Distance: 1,6 mi
Ave 1, Calle 1
Alajuela
Costa Rica

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed

Check availability Photo of the hotel La Riviera Hotel Bed and Breakfast

La Riviera Hotel Bed and Breakfast

Address
Distance: 1,6 mi
100 mts south of Cemetery
San Antonio de Belen
Costa Rica

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed

Check availability Photo of the hotel Bamboo Aparthotel

Bamboo Aparthotel

Address
Distance: 1,7 mi
Ave 1, Calles 9-11
20101 Alajuela
Costa Rica

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed

Check availability Photo of the hotel Eskalima

Eskalima

Address
Distance: 1,7 mi
CALLE 12, AVENIDA 3
20101 Alajuela
Costa Rica

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00

Check availability Photo of the hotel Casa Memo

Casa Memo

Address
Distance: 1,4 mi
100m Norte del BAC San Jose
4050 Alajuela
Costa Rica

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 12:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed

Check availability Photo of the hotel Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Address
Distance: 1,5 mi
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street
20101 Alajuela
Costa Rica

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed

Videos from the area of the airport

Gabriel Umaña Despegue de Copa de San José. Costa Rica a Managua. Nicaragua

Published: July 15, 2012
Length: 00:46 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Gabriel Umaña

Después de estar 1 hora metidos en el avión por mal tiempo en SJO pusimos salir bien.

Asombroso Despegue del IBERIA en el MROC

Published: September 11, 2012
Length: 00:27 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Nicko Rojas

Desde el Aeropuerto Juan Santamaria, Alajuela, Costa Rica.

RCAF C-130...MROC, Costa Rica

Published: May 21, 2012
Length: 42:18 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Mario Lacayo

I'm lucky this morning!!!

Departure Costa Rica

Published: November 21, 2011
Length: 05:47 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Andres Saenz

Time lapse Departure flight from Juan Santamaria Airport.

ABX 767-200...MROC, Costa Rica

Published: July 23, 2012
Length: 30:56 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: Mario Lacayo

Great takeoff runway 07...Enjoy It!!!

Aeromexico Boeing 737... MROC - Costa Rica

Published: May 05, 2012
Length: 05:52 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Mario Lacayo

Despegue corto de la pista 25.

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