Airports near La Fortuna
SJO・LIR・FON・ACO・NOB
What airports are closest to La Fortuna?
Fortuna Airport (FON) is by far the nearest entry point to La Fortuna at just 7.33 km away, with a quick taxi ride taking only 9 minutes. For international arrivals, Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) in the nearby city of Alajuela is 70.88 km from town, typically requiring 3 hours via private shuttle. Another common international gateway is Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR), located in Liberia 98.77 km away, which takes approximately 2.5 hours to reach by road. Travelers arriving at Cobano Airport (ACO) will find themselves 99.56 km from La Fortuna, a journey that spans over 5 hours due to the terrain. Finally, Nosara Beach Airport (NOB) is the furthest option on our list at 122.88 km, with ground transport requiring at least 4.5 hours of travel time to reach the volcano region. and book hotels in La Fortuna
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Airports near La Fortuna: SJO, LIR, FON, ACO and NOB.
Airports Near La Fortuna: Key Information
Number of airports in La Fortuna
0
Closest airport to the city center
Fortuna Airport (FON)
Distance
7.3 km
Fastest arrival time
9 minutes - 15 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Fortuna Airport (FON)
Compare domestic and international airports near La Fortuna.
Juan Santamaría International Airport
Distance: 70.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Public Bus
Cheapest
4 hours 45 minutes - 5 hours 40 minutes
USD 5-13
Budget
Shared Shuttle
4 hours
USD 54
Balanced
Private Transfer
Fastest
3 hours - 3 hours 30 minutes
USD 180-220
Comfort
Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport
Distance: 98.8 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Public Bus Network
Cheapest
6 hours - 7 hours
USD 15-25
Budget
Shared Shuttle
3 hours - 4 hours
USD 44
Balanced
Private Transfer
Fastest
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
USD 225-300
Comfort
Fortuna Airport
Distance: 7.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Local Taxi
Fastest
9 minutes - 15 minutes
USD 18-22
Comfort
Rental Car
Cheapest
9 minutes - 15 minutes
USD 2-5
Balanced
Walking
1 hour - 1 hour 30 minutes
Budget
Cobano Airport
Distance: 99.6 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Regional Bus
Cheapest
6 hours 30 minutes - 7 hours 30 minutes
USD 30-50
Budget
Private/Shared Shuttle
6 hours - 6 hours 30 minutes
USD 80-461
Balanced
Private 4x4 Transfer
Fastest
5 hours - 6 hours
USD 300-400
Comfort
Nosara Beach Airport
Distance: 122.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Long-distance Bus
Cheapest
6 hours - 7 hours
USD 40-80
Budget
Shared Shuttle
5 hours - 6 hours
USD 150-200
Balanced
Private Transfer
Fastest
4 hours 30 minutes - 5 hours 30 minutes
USD 350-450
Comfort
Compare 5 airports near La Fortuna
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near La Fortuna
Choosing the right arrival point for your trip to La Fortuna depends heavily on your budget and desire for efficiency. Fortuna Airport (FON) is the only facility physically located in the city itself, offering domestic connections that save hours of travel, though it serves small aircraft. For most international travelers, the primary debate is between Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) and Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR). Both are located in neighboring cities and serve international flights; Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) provides the widest access to the capital and central region, while Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) is the gateway to Guanacaste and the northern beaches, often proving more efficient if your itinerary includes coastal time. The remaining options, Cobano Airport (ACO) and Nosara Beach Airport (NOB), are located in the Nicoya Peninsula and require long, complex cross-country journeys that are best suited for specialized itineraries rather than direct access to La Fortuna. For the smoothest transition, pre-booked private transfers are recommended for all airports outside of the city center.
Flights to La Fortuna
San Jose to Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport
San Jose to Fortuna Airport
San Jose to Nosara Beach Airport
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Hotels near La Fortuna airport
Breakfast
Very Good54 Reviews
La Fortuna|0.31km from city center
Location is great. Bed is comfortable and the room with A/C is so great. Netflix hotel account included was surprisingly unexpected as well. The vibe of the Selina La Fortuna is what I expected from reading reviews and the pictures.FromUS$13
Amazing101 Reviews
La Fortuna|3.5km from city center
There is no one of the best hotels in Costa Rica. I highly recommend everyone to stay. The environment facilities are very good. Even the water in the water pipe is slippery.FromUS$199
Good89 Reviews
La Fortuna|0.37km from city center
The staff is warm and reliable, and feel that they are serving attentively
If only there was a table in the room.FromUS$56
Great46 Reviews
La Fortuna|0.9km from city center
With a stay at Arenal Xilopalo, you'll be centrally located in La Fortuna, within a 10-minute drive of Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs. This hotel is 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs and 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a rooftop terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon.Featured amenities include a computer station and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 9 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.FromUS$52
Very Good108 Reviews
La Fortuna|1.12km from city center
We loved the view but did find it safer to drive to the center for dinner.FromUS$84
Family friendly
Very Good103 Reviews
La Fortuna|0.3km from city center
This is the best place in La Fortuna, wonderful hotel, location, rooms, staff.
Just an incredible garden-forest near the river, with many animals, birds and plants.
Highly recommended.
This is the most wonderful place during my entire trip to Costa Rica ❤️
Thank you for this attitude towards tourists! This is very important, super!FromUS$91
Very Good51 Reviews
La Fortuna|1.18km from city center
With a stay at Campos Arenal Hotel in La Fortuna, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Baldi Hot Springs and Los Lagos Hot Springs. This hotel is 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs and 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and multilingual staff. Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads.FromUS$104
Very Good65 Reviews
La Fortuna|1.08km from city center
Hotel war solide, leider recht hellhörig und das Waschbecken war auch schon ein bisschen in die Jahre gekommen. Frühstück dafür sehr lecker.FromUS$73
Great105 Reviews
La Fortuna|1.96km from city center
We had a wonderful experience with Casa Luna! The hotel property is beautiful with an amazing garden. Room was clean and well maintained. Breakfast was delicious!
The hotel staff are very nice and ready to help. One night we were walking in the garden, we ran into a hotel security, Dimas (hope I got the name right). We asked about animals. Dimas right away gave us a tour and showed us so many animals! We saw sloth, snake, frogs (including the green one), alligator, fresh water crab...all in the hotel garden!!! The garden is a paradise. Inside the hotel property, all we could hear was the sounds of insects, frogs, birds...
We are so happy that we stayed at Casa Luna!FromUS$135
Great94 Reviews
La Fortuna|2.47km from city center
When you stay at Hotel Faro Arenal in La Fortuna, you'll be near the airport, within a 10-minute drive of La Fortuna Waterfall and Baldi Hot Springs. This hotel is 7 mi (11.2 km) from Tabacon Hot Springs and 7 mi (11.3 km) from Arenal Volcano National Park.Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this hotel include concierge services, babysitting (surcharge), and a picnic area.Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.Featured amenities include express check-in, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.FromUS$70
5 star
Outstanding101 Reviews
La Fortuna|6.4km from city center
Superb resort. Customer service exceptional across all departments. Personalised and friendly service. Restaurant choice outstanding. Rooms and facilities excellent. Faultless on every level.FromUS$950
Amazing92 Reviews
La Fortuna|6.28km from city center
It is not bad, such as the room is large, the restaurant is delicious, and the location is convenient. Mini bar is free.
Disadvantages: The hotel is very big and it is all up and down, it is really tired. The swimming pool is super crowded and the atmosphere is not too casual. And this hotel has no hot springs, I want to go to a special hotel to wash hot springs.FromUS$758
Great103 Reviews
La Fortuna|4.57km from city center
They were very strict about having a person added to the room and there was a dead frog in one of the hot tubs late at night- but it was afterhours lol. It is a natural hot spring and I am not really a nature-nature person. My friends didn't care as it is surrounded by the rainforest. Overall, I loved it and would consider coming back for a romantic weekend with my husband. More for couples or relaxing than a party group.FromUS$500
Outstanding107 Reviews
La Fortuna|6.7km from city center
Absolutely loved this place. The grounds were beautiful and you felt like you were really in the middle of the jungle, but with all your creature comforts. Breakfast each morning was great, with a good choice of local and western options. Would definitely stay again.FromUS$720
Outstanding65 Reviews
La Fortuna|6.3km from city center
We had a fantastic 9 night stay at Nayara tented camp. The suite itself is STUNNING and great value with stellar views of the Arenal mountain and thermal pool in your very own private pool! Can't get better than this. Food at the restaurants is delicious! Chicken curry and rice from room service was our favorite! Breakfast is great, they spoil you with the selection of fruits and juices etc. Asian restaurant service, comfy vibe and food was very good. Spa services were ExCELLENT and well priced. Highly recommend Yaduri and Pamela for the thai massage as well as the Nayara Package for 2. The Spa Manager, I believe her name is Arlene, was very sweet and hospital, and caring. A few shoutouts: Jairo the Manager - phenomenal customer service. Thank you. You had a HUGE hand in transforming our stay when we brought a few matters to your attention the first day. Your entire team helped with this, so thank you all. All the shuttle staff were excellent - I dont know all their names. Reception - Carlos and Michael were the ones who came down to chat with us most, so didnt have a chance to meet the others. Michael sent me a guava plate with salt and spices when we told him that it was our fave. Bartender at the hot springs (roberto or rodrigo, cant recall his name) was outstanding in his service. Had great conversations with Roberto the golf cart driver as well as John Carlo I believe was his name? All cart drivers exhibit such immense gratitude for their jobs and joy to be working here - it was very evident they are all very happy with management. Hospitality here is beyond measure. The staff genuinely care about you and your stay. Suggestion to owners to include a gentle door bell as the 3 knocks + screaming out your name outside your door is *extremely* chaotic for those who are in a bubble of peace inside the villa :) Another suggestion is for cart drivers to use that doorbell (outside villa) and wait for us there. They have been trained to come knock, shout your name, and then WAIT OUTSIDE your door until you come out and then follow you to the cart. That's a bit too much in our space, its better if they can wait outside for 2-3 minutes until we get to the cart. Also, to have more privacy in villas by filling up the GAPS with planters. We can easily see parts of the pool of other villas, and they can see into ours so we would love some privacy next time. WILL BE BACK. CANT WAIT TO BE BACK. THANK YOU ALL.FromUS$1,049
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to La Fortuna?
The nearest airport to La Fortuna is Fortuna Airport (FON), about 7.3 km away.Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) (70.9 km), Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) (98.8 km), Cobano Airport (ACO) (99.6 km) and Nosara Beach Airport (NOB) (122.9 km).
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How long does it take to get from La Fortuna to the airport?
Getting from La Fortuna to Fortuna Airport (FON) takes about 9 minutes - 15 minutes.
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How do I get to La Fortuna?
We recommend flying into Fortuna Airport (FON), which is approximately 7.3 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Local Taxi, reaching downtown in about 9 minutes - 15 minutes.
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How many airports does La Fortuna have?
La Fortuna has 5 airports: Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR), Fortuna Airport (FON), Cobano Airport (ACO) and Nosara Beach Airport (NOB).