Transportation from Santiago City Center to Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport
The easiest way to reach your flight at Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport from Santiago on time is to take a taxi. You can call a taxi from anywhere in the city by raising your hand, by phone or via the application. In addition to the classic, metered taxis you can take, Uber and Cabify also stand out as a reliable and fast service.
Although the shuttles that run from the airport to the airport will take you from your hotel to the airport, it is a risky option because it is not clear how much they will travel. Still, it's an economical mode of transportation that can be used if you have a long time to your flight.
Centropuerto bus company, which departs from Los Héroes Metro Station, organizes flights to Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport every 20 minutes between 06.00 in the morning and 22.30 in the evening every day of the week. If you are near one of the main metro stations where the bus stops, you can use this service with peace of mind.
Transportation from San Jose Airport to San Jose City Center
The only means of transportation from San Jose International Airport, also known as Juan Santamaría Airport, to San Jose city center are buses, taxis and personal/rental car options.
When you leave the airport, you should take the Alajuela – San Jose bus in the direction of San Jose from the bus stop in front of the terminal. The journey is 18 km and takes about 35 minutes. Bus drivers sell tickets for the trip.
Taxi service to any destination in Costa Rica is available 24 hours a day at the airport terminal. Many companies authorized by the airport offer transfer services to both individuals and groups with orange and red vehicles. Also, Uber is an alternative for transportation in San Jose.
If you want to visit San Jose and the surrounding cities and do not want to deal with taxis or transfers every time, renting a car is also a good option. There are offices of world-renowned rent-a-car companies such as Budget Alamo Enterprise in the terminal.