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Mitsubishi Lancer car
Mitsubishi Lancer
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
$11/day
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Nissan Versa car
Nissan Versa
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
$9/day
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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$12/day
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Suzuki Jimny car
Suzuki Jimny
or similar SUV
2
2
4-5
$15/day
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Mitsubishi Montero Sport car
Mitsubishi Montero Sport
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$33/day
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Suzuki Celerio car
Suzuki Celerio
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
$7/day
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Mitsubishi ASX car
Mitsubishi ASX
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$15/day
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Nissan Qashqai car
Nissan Qashqai
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$15/day
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Suzuki Grand Vitara car
Suzuki Grand Vitara
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$17/day
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Top tips for renting a car from Thrifty at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport

  • Book Thrifty car rentals at San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport for a convenient stay. Public transport can be unreliable due to non-operational hours and rush hours. However, you won’t have to worry about catching the right vehicle. Also, you won’t have to worry about non-operational hours and being stranded at the airport. With car rentals, you can start driving to your destination as soon as you arrive. Thrifty also features a wide variety of cars so that you can explore the city in style and according to your taste. In addition, you get the freedom to explore the city’s top attractions like Winchester Mystery House, California Great America, and The Text Interactive.
  • Upon arrival, you can pick up Thrifty car rentals at San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport. Upon arrival at San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport, pick up your items from the baggage claim. A free Thrifty shuttle operates from the airport, offering you a short ride to the Thrify rental counter. They depart every 10-15 minutes and provide a five-minute airport ride. They operate daily from 6 am to 11:30 pm.
  • Once you are ready to return Thrifty car rentals, please drive to the San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport. Its exact address is Alajuela province, Alajuela, Coat Rica. Once you get to the facility, follow for signs to the car return area and drive to the parking lot. Please take out your belongings, lock the car and record the mileage. Then submit the contract with the vehicle keys at the National car rental center. Even though it closes at 11:30 pm, it offers after-hour services so you can drop them off anytime. If using the after-hour service, leave the contract and the keys at the rental counter.
  • The thrifty car rental counter at San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport is a busy facility. This is especially true from December to March. Queues can get hectic, especially on weekends, mornings, and afternoons, taking about two hours. However, booking Thrifty car rentals online via KAYAK won’t waste time awaiting services. If you book online, you only need to pick up the keys and drive off after arrival. This would help save time spent filling out the paperwork, submitting the documentation, and picking the right car. KAYAK offers excellent deals and lets you select the add-on features you require.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars from Thrifty at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport for $27 or less
  • Book your rental car at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport from Thrifty at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini rental cars from Thrifty at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are around 48% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car from Thrifty at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport

  • What documentation is needed for Thrifty car rental?

    To book a Thrifty car rental at San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport, you must be at least 21 years. Drivers aged between 21-2 may have to pay a young driver’s surcharge daily fee. In addition, you also have to present a valid driver’s license. Its validity must cover the entire rental period. You must also have at least one year of driving experience. Renters must also provide a credit card in their name. If you book Thrifty car rentals at San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport online, you must have a printed booking confirmation voucher received in your email. Renters will also have to present additional proof of identity.

  • Does Thrifty allow additional drivers?

    Yes. Thrifty allows additional drivers per renter. Each other driver must meet the same age and renter requirements as the driver. They must be present when picking up and signing the rental agreement. Each additional driver is to pay an additional daily fee.

  • Which features do Thrifty car rentals at San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport provide?

    Renters can get extra features in their San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport Thrifty car rentals. First-time visitors can request GPS for more straightforward navigation. Additionally, you can request child booster seats when traveling with toddlers. Reduced mobility travelers can also get accessibility features like spinner knobs, left-foot accelerators, and adaptive listening devices.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car from Thrifty at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    On average a rental car from Thrifty at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport costs $26 per day.

  • What is the most popular rental car from Thrifty at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Full-size (Mitsubishi Montero Sport or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type from Thrifty at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • Where can I find Thrifty car rentals at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Juan Santamaria Intl Apo is the closest Thrifty rental location to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. The telephone number for this location is +506 4052 5210.

  • Does Thrifty offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO)?

    Yes

Reviews

Overall Rating7.4 GoodBased on 12 reviews
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Overall
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
6.6

Recent reviews

Traveler rating
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2
0
1
0
0
3
2.0
Scam artists in disguise. Original quote was for less than $400, after 30 minutes, they would not let us leave the lot until we agreed to all sorts of expensive coverage, totally $860Reviewed Apr 10 2024
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Thrifty car rentals near San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport

Address

Juan Santamaria Intl Apo

Hours

Monday06:00 - 23:30
Tuesday06:00 - 23:30
Wednesday06:00 - 23:30
Thursday06:00 - 23:30
Friday06:00 - 23:30
Saturday06:00 - 23:30
Sunday06:00 - 23:30

Phone

+506 4052 5210

Address

Contiguo A Gasolinera Delta

Hours

Monday06:00 - 23:30
Tuesday06:00 - 23:30
Wednesday06:00 - 23:30
Thursday06:00 - 23:30
Friday06:00 - 23:30
Saturday06:00 - 23:30
Sunday06:00 - 23:30

Phone

+506 4052 5210
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