Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos in Alajuela, Costa Rica
Alajuela, Costa Rica

Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos

Outty Ranking 69 4.9 · 32 traveler reviews3 hoursFrom $105
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Outty Ranking

69/100

Solid Choice. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 32 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos worth booking?

Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos is a 3-hour experience in Alajuela, Costa Rica, from $105 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 32 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
69 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (32)
Duration
3 hours
From
$105 per person

Enjoy a stress-free, private door-to-door transfer from SJO Airport to Quepos or Manuel Antonio with professional, certified, and experienced tourism transportation drivers focused on safe, reliable, and friendly service. As a 100% Costa Rican, family-owned company, we provide personal, bilingual support by WhatsApp, phone, and email before and during your transfer. We monitor your provided flight information and stay in close coordination with you and your driver to help make your arrival smooth and well organized. Travel comfortably in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with complimentary bottled water and direct drop-off at your confirmed accommodation. When conditions allow, we may include a complimentary brief stop at the Tárcoles Crocodile Bridge, subject to daylight, traffic, weather, and operational conditions. What sets us apart is our personal attention, reliability, and genuine Costa Rican hospitality.

What you get

    About this experience

    Enjoy a stress-free, private door-to-door transfer from SJO Airport to Quepos or Manuel Antonio with professional, certified, and experienced tourism transportation drivers focused on safe, reliable, and friendly service. As a 100% Costa Rican, family-owned company, we provide personal, bilingual support by WhatsApp, phone, and email before and during your transfer. We monitor your provided flight information and stay in close coordination with you and your driver to help make your arrival smooth and well organized. Travel comfortably in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with complimentary bottled water and direct drop-off at your confirmed accommodation. When conditions allow, we may include a complimentary brief stop at the Tárcoles Crocodile Bridge, subject to daylight, traffic, weather, and operational conditions. What sets us apart is our personal attention, reliability, and genuine Costa Rican hospitality.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • Bottled water
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Certified professional driver with English-speaking Ticoway support by WhatsApp, phone, or email
    • Booster seat

    Not included

    • Gratuities
    • Excess Baggage

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Quepos area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Quepos area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Quepos area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Quepos area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Quepos area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Quepos area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Quepos area.

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    Drop-off at hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnbs, and private residences within the Manuel Antonio area.

    Options you can book

    • Nighttime Transfer

      Duration: 2 hours 40 minutes Pickup included

    • Daytime Transfer

      Duration: 3 hours Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 12 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    TicoWay

    Know before you go

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 32 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    6 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    32 verified traveler reviews for Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Jonathan_C · September 2026

    TicoWay Is The Way To Go!

    This transport provided by TicoWay was great from beginning to end. They got us from SJO to Manuel Antonio (3 hours away) in great time and we stopped along the way to see some sights! No rush, no stress, and very accommodating service. We ended up using this company to book and transport us to most of our activities during our week long stay! Highly recommend!!

    Response from the operator: It was a real pleasure to meet you and to be of service to you and your beautiful family. Thank you for choosing us, we hope to see you again real soon! -Randall S. TicoWay.com

    via Viator

    Caleb_T · August 2026

    Sebas was easily the best...

    Sebas was easily the best driver we had during our time in Costa Rica. We highly recommend this service & company.

    via Viator

    Kelley_M · July 2026

    Definitely book this driving service!

    Sebas was the best driver that we had in Costa Rica! Very friendly, spoke English very well, pointed sites out to us, gave us plenty of information on Costa Rica. I would highly recommend requesting him! Other drivers drive crazy fast and can make you feel motion sickness, Sebas was wonderful!!

    via Viator

    Kristin_L · July 2026

    Had a great time learning...

    Had a great time learning about area on way down to Manuel Antonio. Informative and also got to see crocodiles!

    via Viator

    Tracey_A · May 2026

    Great experience

    The driver was excellent, spoke very good English and was very accommodating when we wanted to stop. He was very knowledgeable about the flora and Fana and really taught us a lot on our drive here.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    3 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $105 to $306
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    11
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by TicoWay, who run 8 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 57.8.

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    Why this scores 69

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)87
    Review evidence (18% weight)47
    Booking momentum (14% weight)39
    Value for money (12% weight)63
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)66
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Alajuela.

    How much does Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos cost?

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    Prices start at $105 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Alajuela usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos take?

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    Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Alajuela is not rushed.

    Is Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 32 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Alajuela, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos?

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    Around 11 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Alajuela can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Alajuela and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Alajuela within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Alajuela?

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    On Outty we rank every Alajuela experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Arenal Volcano Full-Day Combo Tour with Lunch and Dinner, Arenal Volcano Experience Full-Day Tour from San Jose, Manuel Antonio National Park Sightseeing and Wildlife Day Tour from San Jose. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Alajuela?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Alajuela?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos?

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    Included: Private transportation; Bottled water; In-vehicle air conditioning; Certified professional driver with English-speaking Ticoway support by WhatsApp, phone, or; and Booster seat. Not included: Gratuities; and Excess Baggage. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 60 listed pickup locations in and around Alajuela. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Alajuela. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos?

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    Across 32 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Private Transfer SJO Airport to Manuel Antonio & Quepos?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Nighttime Transfer, Daytime Transfer. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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