San Jose Airport Transfer: Private Ride to Your Hotel
Your driver waits with your name on a sign before you exit the terminal.
A private transfer from San Jose airport to your hotel or chosen destination in Costa Rica, with a trained driver who meets you after baggage claim. The driver waits with a customized sign, handles your luggage, and drives you directly to where you're staying. Free wait time covers flight delays up to two hours, and a 35-minute courtesy stop is available for bathroom, food or grocery needs.
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What’s included
- Private service for your group only.
- meet and greet with a customized name sign at the airport or your selected location.
- free wait time up to two hours for flight delays.
- a 35-minute courtesy stop for bathroom, food or grocery needs.
- air conditioning and Wi-Fi in the vehicle.
- one child or infant seat included free.
- official tourism and insured vehicles.
Times
- Every day No fixed time
Before you book
Operated by Playa Grande Shuttle & Tours
Prices and times updated 14 days ago
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The experience
After you collect your luggage, contact the driver using the airport's free Wi-Fi before you exit the terminal. This ensures a smooth meet-up in the designated area outside. Your driver will be waiting with a customized sign displaying your name. If you don't see it, stay in the same location and contact the office again. They'll track you down. The vehicle type depends on your group size and the route to your destination, so a family of four travels differently than a solo traveler or a larger party.
If your flight lands earlier than booked, wait at the coffee shop outside the terminal and send advance notice. The driver will adjust to your actual arrival time. If your flight is delayed by more than two hours, the service accommodates the new time subject to availability. The van is equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi and an official tourism license. One child or infant seat is included free. Additional passengers and seats are available for an extra charge per person.
The transfer covers destinations across Costa Rica, from beach towns like Samara, Nosara, Montezuma and Jaco to inland spots like Arenal-La Fortuna and Rio Celeste. A 35-minute courtesy stop is yours if you need to use a bathroom, grab food or pick up groceries on the way. The driver speaks basic English commands and can use the van's translator app or call the office if you need extra help communicating. After-hours pickups or drop-offs between 11 PM and 5 AM operate under special conditions based on distance and travel time.
Is this one for you?Book this if you're arriving at San Jose airport and want a driver waiting at baggage claim who speaks your language, though bilingual availability is limited during your travel dates.
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Top questions
What happens if my flight arrives earlier than I booked the transfer for?
Wait at the coffee shop outside the airport terminal and send the company advance notice of your actual arrival time. The driver will adjust the pickup to match your new landing time.
Is there a charge if my flight is delayed?
No charge applies for free wait time up to two hours if your flight is delayed. Delays longer than two hours are accommodated subject to availability.
Can I make a stop on the way to my hotel?
Yes, a 35-minute courtesy stop is included if you need a bathroom break, food, or groceries during the drive.
Will my driver speak English?
Drivers understand basic English commands like bathroom or grocery stops. The van has Wi-Fi with a translator app, and the office can be called for extra assistance if needed. Bilingual drivers are not guaranteed but may be available depending on cancellations or schedule changes.
What if I'm traveling with more than four people?
The service is quoted for four passengers. Additional passengers are welcome for an extra charge per person, and the vehicle type will be adjusted based on your total group size.
San Jose Airport Transfer: Private Ride to Your Hotel
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