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24-Hour Layover in San Jose
With a 24-hour layover at San Jose's airport (SJC), plan on reserving at least 3 hours combined for immigration, security, and getting back with margin — leaving up to roughly 21.0 hours for something outside the airport. San Jose is in United States.
Activities that fit a 24-hour layover in San Jose
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San Jose del Cabo Food and Market Tour
★ 4.9(194 reviews)· 3 hrs
From €73
Zip Line, Rappel, Hiking La Carpintera Tour in San Jose
★ 4.9(531 reviews)· 3 hrs
From €46
San Jose Walking Nature Tour: Sloths, Birds and Trees
★ 4.9(1,152 reviews)· 2h 30m
From €31
Small Group Cultural Walking Tour in San Jose Costa Rica
★ 4.9(314 reviews)· 3 hrs
From €40
San Jose del Cabo Tacos and Food Tour
★ 4.9(321 reviews)· 3 hrs
From €77
Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose
★ 4.9(1,587 reviews)· 14 hrs
From €147
Cabo San Lucas and San Jose del Cabo Sightseeing Tour
★ 4.9(1,072 reviews)· 6 hrs
From €85
San Francisco Love Tour
★ 4.9(3,080 reviews)· 2 hrs
From €88
San Jose: Bites and Sights Walking Food Tour including Markets
★ 4.8(1,907 reviews)· 3h 30m
From €34
La Paz Waterfall Gardens and Wildlife Refuge Tour from San Jose
★ 4.8(308 reviews)· 9 hrs
From €121
San Jose : Private Custom Guided Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
★ 4.8(46 reviews)· 8 hrs
From €30
San Diego Seal Tour
★ 4.7(1,326 reviews)· 1h 45m
From €50
Los Cabos Deluxe City Tour: San Jose, San Lucas and The Arch
★ 4.7(269 reviews)· 6 hrs
From €106
Half Day Tour to San Jose Caves from Valencia
★ 4.6(19 reviews)· 4 hrs
From €65
San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia with local guide
★ 4.6(842 reviews)· 4 hrs
From €69
San Jose Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide
★ 4.5(4 reviews)· 2 hrs
From €29
San Jose By Night: Sights & Culture Tour with Local Dinner
★ 4.4(254 reviews)· 4 hrs
From €71
Tortuga Island Full Day Tour from San José with Lunch
★ 4.4(683 reviews)· 18 hrs
From €103
San Jose Walking and Bus City Tour
★ 4.3(358 reviews)· 5 hrs
From €71
San Jose Sightseeing City Tour
★ 4.3(61 reviews)· 5 hrs
From €85
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FAQs — 24-Hour Layover in San Jose
Generally yes, if you clear immigration quickly — still reserve at least 3 hours combined for the airport process either side.