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Quito → San Jose Flights from Quito (UIO) to San Jose (SJO)
Timezone shift +1h Direction westbound Flight time 2h 15m Distance 1,297 km Direct 1 airlines
Overview Airlines(12) Awards(1) Seasonal
Alliances Star Alliance SkyTeam Oneworld
Classes Economy Premium Economy Business First
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Quito to San Jose Flights Flights from Quito to San Jose are operated 12 times. Departures are at 11:30. You can fly in Y and W and J and F. The flight distance is 1,297 km (806 miles).
Arrival Windows Best times to arrive for faster recovery
7AM–7PM
Morning light helps you stay awake longer
9PM–5AM
Arriving during your body's sleep window makes adjustment harder
The difference: choosing the right arrival window can save 1–2+ days of recovery time.
Departure Timing Best hours to depart for jetlag recovery
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Arrival Strategy for San Jose How to manage jetlag based on arrival time
Upon morning arrival, immediately engage in light outdoor activities and natural sunlight to reset your circadian rhythm and combat potential drowsiness from overnight flights.
Afternoon arrivals should plan for a short, 20-30 minute power nap to refresh without disrupting nighttime sleep, followed by hydration and gentle exercise.
Evening arrivals should minimize caffeine, eat a light meal, and prepare for immediate sleep to align with local nighttime schedule and prevent further circadian disruption.
Best Time to Visit San Jose Monthly climate overview
Airport Recovery Facilities Jetlag-friendly amenities at each airport
Top Airlines Nonstop service on this route
11:30 Airbus A320neo 2h 15m
11:30 Airbus A320neo 2h 15m
11:30 Airbus A320neo 2h 15m
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Jetlag Score 90
Minimal Jetlag K2 composite score
Recovery Estimate Conservative 1.0 days
Aggressive 1.0 days
Direction westbound
Route Facts Origin UIO
Destination SJO
Distance 1,297 km
Timezone Shift +1h
Direct Airlines 1
Currency Costa Rican colón (CRC). US dollars are widely accepted in many tourist areas, but change is often given in colones and exchange rates may be less favorable than at banks or ATMs.
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