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Airports in Costa Rica
Liberia International Airport
Seven miles (11km) west of Liberia
Liberia International Airport (LIR)
Location
Seven miles (11km) west of LiberiaGetting to the city
Public buses to Liberia city center run approximately every 30 minutes from early morning until evening. Buses to Nicoya also pass nearby, though boarding may be required just outside the terminal on Route 21. Shared and private airport shuttles are available to a number of destinations and resorts throughout Guanacaste.
Time
Local time is GMT -6.Facilities
The terminal includes restaurants, cafés, duty-free shops, currency exchange counters, ATMs, and free WiFi. An airside lounge is also available.
Parking
Short-term and long-term parking are available at the airport. Short-term parking is often free, while paid parking is available at hourly and daily rates.
San Jose Airport
The airport is located 11 miles (18km) from San Jose city centre.
San Jose Airport (SJO)
Location
The airport is located 11 miles (18km) from San Jose city centre.Getting to the city
Buses depart frequently from the airport to San Jose. If travelling to the airport, passengers should make sure to tell the driver to stop at the airport bus stop. Buses are also available to Alajuela and Heredia, though routes to Heredia are less direct and typically involve a transfer in San José.; taxis and rental cars are available at the airport.
Time
GMT -6Car rental
The car rental offices are located inside the airport's main terminal, past the customs area.
Airport Taxis
Taxis Unidos is the airport's official taxi company. The taxis are orange and provide 24-hour transportation to and from the airport. A taxi customer service office is located in the International Departures area, next to the car rental area.
Facilities
Airport facilities include shopping (including duty-free shops), restaurants, bars, a cafe, VIP lounges, currency exchange, a bank, ATMs, porters and baggage wrapping.
Parking
The airport has a parking garage with capacity for 400 vehicles. The garage has two levels, both offering access to the main terminal.