Airports near Liberia
LIR・SJO・TNO・NOB・FON
What airports are closest to Liberia?
Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) is the nearest facility, located just 11.07 km from the center and accessible via a quick 14 minutes taxi ride. Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), while a major international hub, sits in a neighboring city 152.61 km away, requiring about 4 hours to reach by shuttle. Travelers landing at Tamarindo Airport (TNO) will find themselves 54.28 km from Liberia, with private shuttles taking roughly 1 hour 30 minutes. Similarly, Nosara Beach Airport (NOB) is located 76.29 km from the city, and the journey typically takes around 2 hours 10 minutes. Finally, Fortuna Airport (FON) is located 96.29 km away in a different region, with ground transport to the city center requiring approximately 2 hours 30 minutes. Search for flights to Liberia and book hotels in Liberia, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Liberia: LIR, SJO, TNO, NOB and FON.
Airports Near Liberia: Key Information
Number of airports in Liberia
1
Closest airport to the city center
Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR)
Distance
11.1 km
Fastest arrival time
14 minutes - 20 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR)
Compare domestic and international airports near Liberia.
Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport
Distance: 11.1 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Public Bus
Cheapest
15 minutes - 35 minutes
USD 1-3
Budget
Official Airport Taxi
Fastest
14 minutes - 20 minutes
USD 20-35
Balanced
Private Shuttle
15 minutes - 25 minutes
USD 30-80
Comfort
Juan Santamaría International Airport
Distance: 152.6 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Intercity Bus
Cheapest
4 hours 10 minutes - 7 hours
USD 9-15
Budget
Shared Shuttle
4 hours - 6 hours
USD 50-70
Balanced
Rental Car
4 hours - 6 hours
USD 40-70
Comfort
Tamarindo Airport
Distance: 54.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Private Shuttle
Fastest
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
USD 60-100
Comfort
Local Taxi
1 hour 30 minutes - 2 hours
USD 80-120
Balanced
Rental Car
Cheapest
1 hour 20 minutes - 1 hour 50 minutes
USD 40-60
Budget
Nosara Beach Airport
Distance: 76.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Private Shuttle
Fastest
2 hours 10 minutes - 3 hours
USD 150-200
Comfort
Regional Bus
Cheapest
3 hours - 4 hours
USD 10-15
Budget
Rental Car
2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes
USD 50-80
Balanced
Fortuna Airport
Distance: 96.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Private Transfer
Fastest
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours 30 minutes
USD 120-180
Comfort
Rental Car
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours 20 minutes
USD 50-90
Balanced
Regional Bus
Cheapest
4 hours - 6 hours
USD 15-25
Budget
Compare 5 airports near Liberia
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Liberia
For the majority of travelers, Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) is the primary and most convenient gateway, situated directly within the city limits of Liberia. It handles the bulk of international tourism for the region and offers the most efficient ground connections. In contrast, Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) is located in the neighboring city of Alajuela near San Jose, making it a distant alternative that requires several hours of travel via shuttle, bus, or rental car. Other regional airports like Tamarindo Airport (TNO), Nosara Beach Airport (NOB), and Fortuna Airport (FON) are located in entirely different nearby towns and primarily serve domestic tourism. These smaller regional hubs are not suitable for reaching Liberia city center efficiently, as they involve lengthy private or public transit. Travelers should prioritize LIR for proximity, while only considering SJO if international flight availability dictates it, or the smaller regional airports if specifically visiting those respective coastal or inland towns before heading to Liberia.
Hotels near Liberia airport
Breakfast
Very Good107 Reviews
Liberia|10.95km from city center
This is your typical Hilton hotel you would find in America, honestly if you just came here you would think you are back home. Also, they have amenities such a restaurant, pool and fitness room at this hotel. Restaurant food is okay, nothing like the food you have probably have enjoyed while traveling around Costa Rica. Lastly, the room was clean and standard, no fuss!
It is also very close to all the rental car return places. Breakfast is not included with reservation, it is something you pay out of pocket. Overall, very great option for someone traveling in or out of Liberia Intl Airport.FromUS$116
Very Good107 Reviews
Liberia|1.21km from city center
Breakfast is average; the cost is relatively high compared to local reservations; there is no service after nine o'clock in the evening, the hotel directly locked the door, and there is no place to buy water.FromUS$84
Good81 Reviews
Liberia|2.72km from city center
We enjoyed our stay. Good location to catch our flight the next day. Friendly staff and nice poolFromUS$68
Very Good92 Reviews
Liberia|0.66km from city center
Good spot to explore Liberia and Rincon de la Vieja. The parking is a little difficult but when it fills up there are other free places the hotel gives to park. Room came with a simple kitchen but no fridge. Beds were comfortable, shower was fine. Excellent value for money,FromUS$24
Very Good100 Reviews
Liberia|1.43km from city center
The Hotel Del Rio provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The Hotel Del Rio offers a pleasant stay in Liberia for those traveling for business or leisure. The hotel is just 12km away from Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport. There's plenty to do nearby, with Equilibrium Estetica, Plaza de Toros Camilo Reyes and Parroquia Nuestra Señora de Fátima all within a short distance. After a long day of sightseeing, guests can retire to the comfort of the hotel. This Liberia hotel provides parking on site. FromUS$58
Family friendly
Amazing123 Reviews
Liberia|11.33km from city center
Very clean room, I am so glad everything was white including the blinds. Literally 5 minutes from the airport but still quiet rooms. Very nice outdoor pool for lounging. Delicious breakfast. Would recommend and stay again. Complimentary free self parking. Very helpful and accommodating staff.FromUS$124
Great0 Reviews
Liberia|1.8km from city center
Cozy 2-bedrooms house, 4 minutes from downtown Liberia, 3 minutes from Walmart and 10-15 minutes from Guanacaste International Airport, 25 minutes from Rincón de La Vieja National Park and 15 min from La Ponderosa Adventure Park, by car. 150MB WiFi. The place is very safe, located on a dead end street, surrounded by trees, you can see all kinds of birds, squirrels, lyzards and even monkeys. A pleasant place, full of peace, pet friendly and at the same time very central. Ideal for tourists, small families, digital nomads, friends and transit workers.About pets:Pets allowed: limit 1 total.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking allowed: in designated areas.About events:No events allowed.Good4 Reviews
Liberia|7.66km from city center
With a stay at Hotel Luna Liberiana in Liberia, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Sabanero Statue and House of Culture. This bed & breakfast is 26.8 mi (43.1 km) from Coco Beach and 24.6 mi (39.6 km) from Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This bed & breakfast also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.At Hotel Luna Liberiana, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.FromUS$34
Very Good0 Reviews
Liberia|4.18km from city center
With a stay at this vacation home in Liberia, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Sabanero Statue and Liberia Parque Central. This vacation home is 22.5 mi (36.2 km) from Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Museo de Guanacaste.Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this vacation home include complimentary wireless internet access and barbecue grills.Limited parking is available onsite.Make yourself comfortable in your air-conditioned vacation home.0 Reviews
Liberia|4.18km from city center
If you looking something out of the ordinary, near shopping, airport, beaches, volcano/hot spring excursions and safe we have your home away from home.Our America Style home has everything you need to make your stay as comfortable as if you were home, ac, Wi-Fi and satellite tv.Located on a 500 acre farm this beautiful home is nestled in the jungle and sits on the river among a plethora of wildlife including several species of birds.This home is one of a kind and only 4 km from the airport.The spaceThis jewel of a home is set among nature on an actual working sugar cane farm only 4 km from the Liberia international airport and 5 miles from shopping, dinning and hospitals.Guest may enjoy long walks on trails through out the 500 acre farm or throw a line in the river behind the home, enjoy a drink and grill out while soaking in this magical property.This is your chance to experience the real Costa Rica in a safe, family friendly, and relaxing environment close to the airport, beaches, volcano and hot springs.Guest accessGuest may use the gym situated in the woods between the rental and other home.Guest may walk on trails throughout the farm, anywhere not closed by gatesOther things to noteThis is the perfect home to rent the day of landing and the day prior to departing if your on vacation due to its close proximity to the airport and non tourist price shopping including a Walmart and Pricesmart.Guest will also receive a 100 off voucher for a sailing and dinner charter departing playa Panamá (approximately 25 min).5 star
Very Good105 Reviews
Liberia|1km from city center
Had a 2nd floor balcony room (206) x 2 nights. Pros outweighed the cons: very helpful, nice workers; strong shower water pressure; great mattresses; fabulously cool and quiet A/C; decent Wi-Fi; lovely natural grounds with birdsong amid exquisite sparkling pools; nice breakfast buffet included with room; Santa Rosa Plaza across the road with a fine grocery store and a great crepe cafe, among others.
Cons: a lot of truck and car noise on highway as others have said; traffic congestion in Liberia during the main part of the day; and noise from people in the pool area late into the night. But I’d totally want to stay at Boyeros again - for the real Costa Rican experience - ear plugs not to be forgotten.FromUS$74
Outstanding50 Reviews
Liberia|33.57km from city center
When you stay at La Anita Rainforest Ranch in Guayabo, you'll be in the mountains and 19 mi (30.6 km) from Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park. This lodge is within the region of Tenorio Volcano National Park.Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional features at this lodge include gift shops/newsstands, wedding services, and tour/ticket assistance. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).At La Anita Rainforest Ranch, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include a business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this lodge consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 13 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private patios. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.FromUS$111
Very Good5 Reviews
Liberia|7.23km from city center
When you stay at this apartment in Liberia, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Sabanero Statue and Liberia Parque Central. This apartment is 16.2 mi (26.1 km) from Playa Hermosa and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Museo de Guanacaste.Take in the views from a garden.Free self parking is available onsite.Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, featuring a kitchen with an oven and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a flat-screen television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a safe and a desk.FromUS$76
59 Reviews
Liberia|0.7km from city center
Hotel Guanacaste in Liberia, Costa Rica is a very basic, budget-friendly option located near the city center. The rooms are simple, clean, and modestly furnished, with just the essentials like a bed, fan or AC, and private bathroom. While it’s not luxurious and lacks style or atmosphere, it’s suitable for travelers looking for a cheap overnight stay before heading to nearby destinations. Some guests have noted issues like noise and minimal service, but overall, it serves its purpose as a no-frills place to sleep.FromUS$19
70 Reviews
Liberia|6.38km from city center
Located in Liberia, Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport is within a 10-minute drive of Sabanero Statue and Liberia Parque Central. This hotel is 23.7 mi (38.1 km) from Rincón de la Vieja Volcano National Park and 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from Museo de Guanacaste.Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. 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 26 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.FromUS$52
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Liberia?
The nearest airport to Liberia is Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR), about 11.1 km away.Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) (152.6 km), Tamarindo Airport (TNO) (54.3 km), Nosara Beach Airport (NOB) (76.3 km) and Fortuna Airport (FON) (96.3 km).
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How long does it take to get from Liberia to the airport?
Getting from Liberia to Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR) takes about 14 minutes - 20 minutes.
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How do I get to Liberia?
We recommend flying into Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR), which is approximately 11.1 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Official Airport Taxi, reaching downtown in about 14 minutes - 20 minutes.
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How many airports does Liberia have?
Liberia has 5 airports: Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR), Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO), Tamarindo Airport (TNO), Nosara Beach Airport (NOB) and Fortuna Airport (FON).