Cheap Flights to Santiago de Puriscal from CA $285

Santiago de Puriscal is served by a single airport, Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO).

If you plan on staying in central Santiago de Puriscal, it's a smart idea to arrange how you'll get into the city before you touchdown. The downtown area is 21 kilometres from SJO.

Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) is the main airport in Santiago de Puriscal. Before you step on the plane, it's a good idea to find out a thing or two about it. The terminal sits about 21 kilometres from the centre of town.

There are 28 airlines connecting Santiago de Puriscal with 47 airports across the globe.

Copa Airlines and Avianca operate the most flights to Santiago de Puriscal. One of the most preferred ways to get there is on a Copa Airlines flight leaving from Panama City.

Organizing an unforgettable Santiago de Puriscal escape is child's play when there are 761 direct flights every week to get you there.

Flights to Santiago de Puriscal from Guatemala City, San Salvador and Orlando airports are the most in demand.

Where you depart from determines how long you'll be strapped into your seat. From Guatemala City to Santiago de Puriscal, the average flight time is 1 hour and 34 minutes. From San Salvador it usually takes 1 hour and 13 minutes, and from Orlando it's 3 hours and 18 minutes.

Don't leave locking in your flight to Santiago de Puriscal until the last moment. That's one move savvy travellers use to get the best deals. Booking ahead means more choices and cheaper flights. Also, do some online research and compare your options. If your destination has more than one airport, you may be able to pick up an excellent price by flying into a less busy terminal. Finally, another simple way to save some money is be ready to book at a moment's notice. If you stumble on an amazing bargain, don't think twice — snap it up while you can.

We've got the lowdown on how to make your journey as pain-free as possible. Follow our tips and tricks and you'll be speeding through the airport and seeing the best of Santiago de Puriscal in no time at all. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Air travel can be a pleasure if you carry the right things. First of all you'll need toiletry items, such as a toothbrush and some deodorant, a fresh set of clothes and a magazine or two. Next, make room in your hand luggage for your mobile phone, a charger, your important medications and maybe a blow-up neck pillow as well. Last, but definitely not least, be sure to take your passport, travel papers and your bank cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of prohibited items can differ between air carriers, the general rule to follow is avoid carrying anything sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes screwdrivers, drills, fuel and fireworks. Sports equipment like hockey sticks, and objects that could harm other people, such as swords and batons, can't come on board with you either.

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should be your priority when choosing what to wear on your flight. Loose clothing is a smart option, as are flat, slightly roomy shoes.
• Most travellers are aware of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by prolonged periods of inactivity. To minimize your risk on board, drink lots of water, consider wearing compression tights or socks and move your lower limbs often.

A little pre-planning before your flight can make your trip to Santiago de Puriscal a breeze. Here are some top tips for a swift journey past security:

• Security personnel first need to verify that you have a valid passport and matching travel documents before you're allowed to proceed any further. Have them ready to show.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your coat, belt, keys and other contents of your pockets, like coins, will need to go on a tray through the X-ray machine. Make your life easier by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
• All electronic gadgets, including your laptop and phone, are also required to be separately scanned.
• Any liquids or gels, such as perfume or toothpaste, that you want to take on board need to be in containers no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, they all must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
• It's also possible you'll need to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing slip-on shoes is always a good idea.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp items or pocket knives to come on board with you. If you must bring these kinds of items, check them in.