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    Private transfer van at Juan Santamaría Airport (SJO)

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    San José Airport (SJO) to La Fortuna Private Transfer

    Private door-to-door transfer from San José International Airport (SJO), in Alajuela / Río Segundo, to your hotel in La Fortuna / Arenal. Approximately 3 hours, fully insured vehicle, bilingual driver. Optional scenic stops at viewpoints and local sodas.

    Choose date & book

    From $191.40 USD

    Van for 7-14 pax from $220.40

    Per private vehicle · Taxes included.

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    San José Airport (SJO) to La Fortuna Private Transfer

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    Service

    What's included

    • Door-to-door pickup at hotel, villa or Airbnb
    • Bilingual professional driver (EN/ES)
    • Air-conditioned, insured private vehicle
    • Bottled water and free Wi-Fi on board
    • Flexible timing — no shared stops
    • Optional scenic stops along the way

    Logistics

    Route and driving time

    SJO Airport (San José) → La Fortuna

    121 km 2.5 hours

    Popular

    1 – 6 passengers

    From

    $191.40

    USD · All taxes and fees included

    7 – 14 passengers

    From

    $220.40

    USD · All taxes and fees included

    Total per vehicle, all taxes and fees included. Free cancellation · 48 h+

    Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO)La Fortuna
    Pax2· $191.40 rate
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    Trusted Local Operation

    Registered in Costa Rica. All vehicles, guides and operations are fully insured and licensed.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How long is the transfer from SJO Airport to La Fortuna?▾

    Approximately 3 hours of pure driving time, plus optional stops if you'd like.

    How much does a private transfer cost?▾

    Our private transfer from SJO Airport to La Fortuna starts at $191.40 USD per vehicle (sedan, up to 6 passengers), all fees included. Vans for larger groups available on request.

    Do you pick up at any hotel or Airbnb?▾

    Yes. We pick up at any hotel, villa or Airbnb in the area. Just confirm the address when booking.

    Can I add scenic stops along the way?▾

    Yes, on request. We can add a restroom stop, a coffee stop or a meal stop of roughly 30 to 45 minutes; the price depends on the route, so tell us when booking and we confirm the total.

    How do I pay?▾

    You can pay by credit card or PayPal in advance. We confirm availability before any payment.

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    Private transfer van at Juan Santamaría Airport (SJO)
    Photo: TicoTrekker
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