San Jose Airport to La Fortuna Transfer: Private Vehicle

Your driver meets you at arrivals with your name on a sign, and the vehicle waits while you clear customs.

A private transfer from San Jose International Airport (SJO) to La Fortuna and Arenal accommodations in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver who monitors your flight and adjusts pickup time for delays. The journey takes three to four hours depending on traffic and weather. Includes airport meet-and-greet with a personalized name sign, bottled water, luggage assistance, and direct drop-off at your hotel or resort. No shared shuttles or extra stops.

The experience

Your flight details go into the booking, and the operator tracks your arrival. If your plane lands late, the driver knows and shifts the pickup window. You don't have to call or worry about a missed connection. When you walk out of the arrivals terminal at Juan Santamaria International Airport, your driver is already there holding a sign with your name, ready to load your luggage into a clean, air-conditioned vehicle with reclining seats and USB charging ports. Bottled water is waiting inside.

The drive to La Fortuna and the Arenal area runs three to four hours, depending on traffic, weather and road conditions. You travel only with your group in the private vehicle: no shared shuttles, no unscheduled stops, no other passengers. The driver takes you directly to your hotel, resort, Airbnb or accommodation in the La Fortuna and Arenal region. Airport parking fees are included in the price, so there are no hidden charges when you arrive.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle with reclining seats and USB charging.
• professional driver.
• airport meet-and-greet with personalized name sign.
• flight monitoring and pickup time adjustment for delays.
• bottled water.
• luggage assistance.
• up to 2.5 hours of airport waiting time.
• airport parking fees.
• direct drop-off at your La Fortuna or Arenal accommodation.

Options for this experience

3 options

Up to 5 per bookingNo fixed time

Up to 9 per bookingNo fixed time

Up to 18 per bookingNo fixed time

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.You can choose from 3 pickup points.Operator's directions: “Your driver will meet you outside the arrivals terminal at the designated tour operators and shuttles waiting area, holding a sign with your name.”

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 16 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Brazu Travel CR

Is this one for you?Choose this transfer if you want to avoid arranging ground transport before you arrive and prefer not to share a shuttle with other travelers. The flight monitoring means you don't have to time your pickup: the driver adjusts for delays automatically, and you travel only with your group in a private vehicle.

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Top questions

How does the driver know when my flight lands if I'm delayed?

The operator monitors your flight using the details you provide after booking, so the driver tracks your actual arrival time and adjusts the pickup window if there are delays. You don't need to contact anyone. The system updates automatically.

What's included in the vehicle during the drive?

The private vehicle is air-conditioned with reclining seats, USB charging ports at each seat, and bottled water. The driver assists with luggage and takes you directly to your accommodation without additional stops.

Can I bring a car seat or stroller for my infant?

Yes. Specialized infant seats are available, and infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller. Let the operator know your needs when you book so the right equipment is ready.

What happens if my accommodation is outside La Fortuna or Arenal?

The transfer goes to your hotel, resort, Airbnb or accommodation within the La Fortuna and Arenal area. If your lodging is outside this region, contact the operator before booking to confirm the destination and any additional fees.

Is there a waiting time at the airport if I need to arrange something before leaving?

Up to two and a half hours of airport waiting time is included, so if you need to handle paperwork, exchange money, or wait for a travel companion, the driver remains available without extra charge.