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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San José to Liberia:

• Earliest: departs at 5:40 am and lands at 6:30 am
• Latest: departs at 8:20 pm and lands at 9:10 pm.

The flight takes about 50m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San José to Liberia.

A nonstop flight from San José to Liberia takes 50m, covering 100 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from San José to Liberia range from $273 to $312, with an average of $294 over the past 12 months. Anything below $273 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) are 2% below the route average of $294. Booking late can sometimes save you money, but inventory is limited.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $294 round-trip, compared to $1,559 via a layover through Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH).

SANSA is the only airline operating San José to Liberia flights. 91% of its flights are on time.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $81–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SANSA and WorldTicket. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on San José to Liberia flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

One-way fares from San José to Liberia are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $136, which is 13% below the typical average for this route.

Liberia Airport (LIR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $33 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Avis
• Budget
• Alamo
• MEXRENTACAR
• Payless

Flights from San José to Liberia usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Liberia (LIR).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San José to Liberia route, 9% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 19m.

Most connecting flights from San José to Liberia pass through Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from San José to Liberia. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $279 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $305, a difference of $26.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

2 airlines operate flights between San José and Liberia. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• SANSA
• Edelweiss Air

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• SANSA: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• WorldTicket: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Passengers traveling with their pets should consider flying with American Airlines to ensure their pets are safe. The airline allows pets to ride in the cabin with the owner, provided they remain in their container. The carrier transports bigger pets in cargo to ensure comfort and safety. Charges are reasonable and worth paying.

Travelers with limited mobility shouldn't worry when traveling from San Juan to Liberia because multiple airlines operate accessible air travel. Also, when you book your air ticket with SWISS, you will enjoy seamless and comfortable flights no matter your circumstance. The airline has incredible meet and assist services and a wheelchair to aid your mobility before the flight. Onboard services, like assisting you in accessing the aircraft lavatories, are also provided.

After landing at LIR, you can visit several destinations because the airport is a major hub for transport in Costa Rica. The cities you conveniently visit include but are not limited to Atenas, Alajuela, Puerto, Golfito, Atenas, Cartago, Puntarenas, Heredia, Limon, and Jaco. The airlines operating from the airport include America Airlines, KLM, JetBlue, and Delta.

If you land late at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, consider booking a hotel nearby. The good news is that there are multiple budget hotels where you can spend the rest of the night. For example, Hilton Garden Inn Liberia Airport offers convenience since it's near the airport and offers a free airport shuttle.