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The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were $149 and $65 for one-way flights to Alajuela for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
MIASan JoséJanuary 24 to January 31$160
ATLSan JoséDecember 6 to December 13$167
EWRSan JoséNovember 17 to November 24$196
EWRSan JoséNovember 17 to November 24$196
JFKSan JoséNovember 19 to November 26$201
BOSSan JoséDecember 7 to December 16$214
DENSan JoséFebruary 2 to February 9$246
LAXSan JoséJanuary 19 to January 27$247
YULSan JoséNovember 18 to December 17$326
SFOSan JoséJanuary 20 to January 28$368
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JFKSan JoséNovember 14 to November 20$203
JFKSan JoséNovember 14 to November 20$203
MIASan JoséNovember 15 to November 21$213
ATLSan JoséNovember 16 to November 24$245
DENSan JoséNovember 16 to November 22$248
BOSSan JoséNovember 16 to December 5$288
EWRSan JoséNovember 16 to November 20$325
LAXSan JoséNovember 16 to November 23$389
SFOSan JoséNovember 15 to December 16$424
YULSan JoséNovember 15 to November 22$542
*Prices include taxes and fees

Alajuela Flight Information

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Lowest Price
$149
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Amazing Alajuela Accommodation Deals

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street, Del Teatro Municipal 200 m. al Este, Alajuela, Alajuela
$45 nightly
The price is $51 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
$51 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (684 reviews)
The hot shower is out of this world 🌎 very good coffee for breakfast and very helpful and nice staff members ☺️

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

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Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto

3 out of 5
4 km west of SJO International Airport, San Antonio, Alajuela
$85 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$97 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Spacious room. Easy check-in. Pleasant and helpful front desk. I return here for many reasons.

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

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Hotel Santamaria

Hotel Santamaria

2.5 out of 5
St. 2 and Ave. 4, 50 mts West from Banco Popular, Alajuela, Alajuela
Stay at this B&B in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Juan Santamaría Park and Central Park are located ...
Nice hotel close in downtown, close to the shops, restaurants, market, bus terminals (Wagon, TUASA). Daniel is a good host.

Reviewed on Nov 11, 2018

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Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo

Hotel Catedral Casa Cornejo

3 out of 5
Ave 1, Calle 1, Alajuela, alajuela
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Central Park and Juan ...
I liked the view of the Cathedral and the psrk beyond ...

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2019

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our Top Alajuela with Airport Shuttles

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos, Radial Francisco J Orlich, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
$135 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
$153 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Clean, friendly staff, great location. Free airport shuttle

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, Rio Segundo
$126 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
$142 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,334 reviews)
All was great , a litle hiccup on the service at the a la carte restaurant, 2 hours for a burger dinner is too long.

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

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Brillasol Airport Hotel

Brillasol Airport Hotel

3.5 out of 5
4 km West of the International Airport, Juan Santamaria, San Antonio, Alajuela
$75 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
$85 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (640 reviews)
We really enjoyed the outdoor lounge/game area next to the pool. And we really enjoyed the breakfast in the morning. The room was bare bones, no decor. One pillow per bed. But, that being said, it was cool, clean, and comfortable. There was a bit of an ant problem in our room. We let the host know, ...

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

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Hotel Aeropuerto

Hotel Aeropuerto

3 out of 5
4 km west of SJO International Airport, San Antonio, Alajuela
$85 nightly
The price is $97 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$97 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Spacious room. Easy check-in. Pleasant and helpful front desk. I return here for many reasons.

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Luxury Hotels in Alajuela

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street, Del Teatro Municipal 200 m. al Este, Alajuela, Alajuela
$45 nightly
The price is $51 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
$51 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (684 reviews)
The hot shower is out of this world 🌎 very good coffee for breakfast and very helpful and nice staff members ☺️

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

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Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos, Radial Francisco J Orlich, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
$135 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
$153 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Clean, friendly staff, great location. Free airport shuttle

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd, Rio Segundo
$126 nightly
The price is $142 total per night from Dec 10 to Dec 11
$142 total
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,334 reviews)
All was great , a litle hiccup on the service at the a la carte restaurant, 2 hours for a burger dinner is too long.

Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025

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Buena Vista Chic Hotel

Buena Vista Chic Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Road 130, 9 kms north from the airport, toward Poas Volcano, San Isidro, Alajuela
$119 nightly
The price is $135 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
$135 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in San Isidro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (591 reviews)
A great stay. Staff is very courteous. The drivers for airport transfer have been very prompt and courteous on multiple trips.

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Alajuela

Hotel Robledal
Great for families

Hotel Robledal

3 out of 5
400mts Oeste De La Iglesia de El Roble, San Antonio, Alajuela
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in San Antonio. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (410 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, babysitting, free breakfast for the whole family, free airport shuttle

Travelers say...
Friendly and very comfortable. Lots of birds to view.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

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Trapp Family Country Inn

Trapp Family Country Inn

3 out of 5
400m west of soccer field, San Antonio del Tejar, San Antonio, Alajuela
$141 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Dec 9 to Dec 10
$160 total
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star inn in San Antonio. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (690 reviews)
Close to airport, very clean, lovely room, good breakfast, friendly staff.

Reviewed on May 21, 2025

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Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

Hotel La Guaria Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Alajuela, 2nd. Av., 1st. Street, Del Teatro Municipal 200 m. al Este, Alajuela, Alajuela
$45 nightly
The price is $51 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
$51 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (684 reviews)
The hot shower is out of this world 🌎 very good coffee for breakfast and very helpful and nice staff members ☺️

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025

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Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Plaza Los Mangos, Radial Francisco J Orlich, Rio Segundo, Alajuela
$135 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Dec 7 to Dec 8
$153 total
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Clean, friendly staff, great location. Free airport shuttle

Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Alajuela?
There are lots of airline companies that fly to Alajuela — 20 to be specific. Prominent ones include:

  • AVIANCA
  • Costa Rica Green Airways
  • Copa Airlines

What airport is best to fly into Alajuela?
Booking your getaway to Alajuela is effortless, as it has just one airport. You'll find Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport approximately 2 mi from the bustling downtown area.
Where to stay in Alajuela
With 379 wonderful properties in Alajuela, your options are many and varied. But don't wait around. The sooner you book, the sooner you can start counting down the days until your adventure!If you're after someplace luxurious to rest your head, slip between the plush sheets at the Asclepios Wellness and Spa. Alternatively, look into the Hotel Cortez Azul. It's an attractive choice if you're on a smaller budget.
Places to visit in Alajuela
Pick up some lovely gifts at City Mall. Want some more ideas? There's no better place to escape from the daily grind than Parque Juan Santamaría. Peruse a magazine, kick a ball around with the kids or simply enjoy the peace and quiet in this green urban oasis. And that's not all there is. A special tour of ARA Project, an animal sanctuary, is recommended for each and every adventurous visitor.
How to get through airport security fast when traveling to Alajuela
Make your trip to Alajuela that little bit easier by following these helpful security tips:

  • Security personnel will expect to see your travel ID and boarding pass upon arrival. Tuck them away in a convenient place, so they're ready for inspection.
  • Remove your belt and shoes before approaching the airport security checkpoint. Items such as these are not permitted to pass through the body scanner.
  • All laptops need to be taken out of their protective cases and placed in a tray before going through the X-ray machine.
  • Traveling with your favorite cologne or perfume? As long as it contains no more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and it's stored in a clear resealable plastic bag, you can keep it with you in your carry-on luggage.
  • Safety boots and other cumbersome shoes tend to be X-rayed by security personnel. We suggest wearing simple sneakers instead.
  • Multi-tools and corkscrews are not permitted on board the plane. Put them in your checked luggage to avoid leaving them at the security checkpoint.

Flights To Alajuela

As you fly into Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) and look out the plane's window, the city of Alajuela, Costa Rica, might appear unremarkable. But in many ways it represents the true spirit of Costa Rica. It's a town filled with friendly locals that are steeped in the country's culture. The streets are often congested as farmers bring their fresh produce to town to sell, and you can haggle at the various markets over fresh veggies, fruits, and clothing. After your arms are loaded with local goodies, you can retreat to one of the many family-owned cafes that line the streets for a mouth-watering regional meal.

Transportation from SJO

Flights to Alajuela can be long, so the first thing you will want to do is check into a hotel. Most hotels close to Juan Santamaria International offer free airport transfers to and from the airport to the hotel. If you want to travel into the heart of Alajuela, the Easy Ride Airport Super Shuttle service can take you from the airport to Alajuela. The shuttle service will transport you directly to your hotel or destination. The Taxis Unidos is the airport's official taxi service, and runs 24-hours per day. You can hire one of the taxis to transport you by visiting their office at the International Departures area in the airport. At the car rental area, you can also rent autos and four-wheel drive vehicles. One block from the terminal exit are several bus stops where you can purchase a ticket to catch a bus into downtown Alajuela or to other Costa Rica destinations.

Explore Alajuela

Alajuela is an ideal place to grab a comfortable, clean hotel room and use it as your home base to explore the rugged countryside of northern Costa Rica. Take a few moments to peruse Alajuela flights and hotels to find the best deal on airfare and make your dream Costa Rican vacation a reality. With Travelocity, you can book Alajuela vacation packages at affordable prices; save up to $537 when you book a hotel and flight at the same time. Cheap flights to Alajuela have never been more affordable.

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.