Airports

Airports in Costa Rica

23 airports — codes, cities and transfers

Aerotortuguero Airport airport in Costa Rica

Costa Rica has 23 airports, the main one being SJO. They serve Roxana, La Fortuna/San Carlos, Pococi, Buenos Aires among others. For each: its IATA code, the city it serves, and how to reach the centre.

Airport to city

Train & bus · Check in advance whether a train or shuttle bus runs from the terminal — at many airports it's the fastest and cheapest way into town.

Taxi & apps · Take a taxi from the official rank with the meter, or pre-book a ride on a known app. Avoid drivers touting for a fare in the arrivals hall. Rounding up is accepted almost everywhere.

Country-level guidance — exact details on each airport's page.

From the airport, without hunting for a taxi

Transfers & car rental in Costa Rica

A pre-booked transfer waits for you by name; a hire car is collected at the terminal. Both are cheaper booked ahead than at the desk.

Book your airport transfer in Costa Rica ahead, no terminal surprises.

Q&A

Answers to your questions

How many airports does Costa Rica have?
23 airports with an IATA code. The main one is SJO. Some are international, some domestic-only.
What is the main airport of Costa Rica?
SJO handles most international traffic. From there you can reach the centre or pre-book a transfer.
How do I get from the airport into town in Costa Rica?
Check in advance whether a train or shuttle bus runs from the terminal — at many airports it's the fastest and cheapest way into town.
Can I use a taxi or ride app from the airport in Costa Rica?
Take a taxi from the official rank with the meter, or pre-book a ride on a known app. Avoid drivers touting for a fare in the arrivals hall.
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