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Santa Elena Flights as Low as $169

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Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 20 - Thu, Aug 22
IAH
George Bush Intercontinental
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$169 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 20 from George Bush Intercontinental to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Thu, Aug 22, priced at $169 found 5 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 4
MCO
Orlando Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$204 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$204
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 20 from Orlando Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Sep 4, priced at $204 found 3 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Jun 23 - Tue, Jun 25
MCO
Orlando Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$216 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$216
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jun 23 from Orlando Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Tue, Jun 25, priced at $216 found 23 hours ago
JetBlue Airways
Sat, Jun 22 - Tue, Jun 25
MCO
Orlando Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$242 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$242
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sat, Jun 22 from Orlando Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Tue, Jun 25, priced at $242 found 23 hours ago
Delta
Fri, Jun 7 - Wed, Jun 12
EWR
Liberty Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$243 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$243
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Fri, Jun 7 from Liberty Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Jun 12, priced at $243 found 1 day ago
Volaris
Sun, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 21
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$289 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$289
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Volaris flight, departing Sun, Sep 15 from Los Angeles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sat, Sep 21, priced at $289 found 6 hours ago
United
Fri, Jun 7 - Wed, Jun 12
EWR
Liberty Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$295 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$295
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jun 7 from Liberty Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Jun 12, priced at $295 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Jun 11 - Wed, Jun 12
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$310 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$310
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jun 11 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Jun 12, priced at $310 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 4
EWR
Liberty Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$316 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$316
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 27 from Liberty Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Sep 4, priced at $316 found 1 day ago
Delta
Tue, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 6
ECP
Northwest Florida Beaches Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$332 Roundtrip, found 21 hours ago
$332
Roundtrip
found 21 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Nov 26 from Northwest Florida Beaches Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Fri, Dec 6, priced at $332 found 21 hours ago
Copa
Sat, Sep 7 - Sat, Sep 21
LIM
Jorge Chavez Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$367 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$367
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sat, Sep 7 from Jorge Chavez Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sat, Sep 21, priced at $367 found 1 day ago
Copa
Tue, Aug 20 - Wed, Sep 4
MCO
Orlando Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$368 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$368
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Aug 20 from Orlando Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Sep 4, priced at $368 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Jun 8 - Thu, Jun 13
DFW
Dallas-Fort Worth Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$386 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$386
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 8 from Dallas-Fort Worth Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Thu, Jun 13, priced at $386 found 4 days ago
LATAM Airlines Group
Wed, Sep 4 - Wed, Sep 18
LIM
Jorge Chavez Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$391 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$391
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select LATAM Airlines Group flight, departing Wed, Sep 4 from Jorge Chavez Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Sep 18, priced at $391 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jul 16 - Wed, Jul 24
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$443 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$443
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 16 from Los Angeles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Jul 24, priced at $443 found 3 days ago
Delta
Tue, Jun 11 - Wed, Jun 12
DAL
Love Field
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$654 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$654
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jun 11 from Love Field to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Jun 12, priced at $654 found 6 days ago

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Frequently Asked Questions About flights to Santa Elena

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Elena?

Airline ticket prices fluctuate all the time, depending on the day of the week or the month of the year. The cheapest round trip flights to Santa Elena are in August, but when you book your flight on Hotwire, savings are always in season.

How many airlines fly to Santa Elena?

Variety is the spice of life, even when it comes to booking your next trip. Want options for airlines? You’ll find 16 to choose from for your flight to Santa Elena.

What airport is best to fly into Santa Elena?

When you’re planning your trip to Santa Elena, convenience is the name of the game. Luckily, Santa Elena Arenal Airport is nearby so you can deplane and get going on checking off everything on your Santa Elena must-do list.

How much are flights to Santa Elena?

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Can I fly to Santa Elena right now?

With recent COVID-19 closures and reopenings, many people are wondering, “Is it safe to travel to  right now?” When it’s time to book your flight, be sure to check out the most up-to-date information on all safety measures, any restrictions, and guidance on traveling during the coronavirus pandemic.

Santa Elena Flight Information
Destination airport
Juan Santamaría Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
SJO
Roundtrip price
$169

Last Minute Hotel Deals in Santa Elena

Cabinas Selva Verde
Cabinas Selva Verde
3 out of 5
Continuo repuestos arroyo cruz, Monteverde, puntrarenas
The price is $35 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$35
per night
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Monteverde. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Great staff and great location. Big breakfast."

Reviewed on May 13, 2024

Cabinas Selva Verde
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
3 out of 5
300 Mtrs Southwest From SuperCompro, Supermarket, Monteverde, Puntarenas
The price is $83 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$83
per night
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Monteverde. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (884 reviews)
"Very cute, modest B&B. Wonderful views from the common deck off the lobby and breakfast is tasty. Rooms are on the small side, but clean and comfortable. Would stay here again."

Reviewed on May 27, 2024

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Monteverde Lodge & Gardens by Böëna
Monteverde Lodge & Gardens by Böëna
4 out of 5
Monteverde, Monteverde, Puntarenas
The price is $280 per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
$280
per night
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Monteverde. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (366 reviews)
"The grounds are stunning. Staff are polite, helpful, and efficient. The room was very nice but the en suite (shower in particular) is dated and not designed for tall people. The hotel in general is quiet, which is good as you can hear everything if someone is talking outside your door. Overall - ..."

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2024

Monteverde Lodge & Gardens by Böëna
Cala Lodge
Cala Lodge
3 out of 5
Monteverde, Monteverde, Puntarenas
The price is $65 per night from Jun 6 to Jun 7
$65
per night
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Monteverde. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (489 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful location. Our room was facing the cloud forest and it’s just breathtaking. The property is beautifully maintained. We loved our stay here and I wish we had more days in Monte verde."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2024

Cala Lodge
Monteverde Country Lodge
Monteverde Country Lodge
3 out of 5
Santa Elena, Monteverde, Puntarenas
The price is $106 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$106
per night
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly lodge in Monteverde. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological ...
8/10 Very Good! (237 reviews)
"Beautiful property with large dining room for breakfast. Only downside is that it is Not walkable to Santa Elena town."

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

Monteverde Country Lodge
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
4 out of 5
100 meters east of the Ranario, Monteverde, Puntarenas
The price is $223 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$223
per night
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Monteverde. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (565 reviews)
"Beautiful, faciltiy. We stayed in the Forest Deluxe room which was larger and a bit further back from the road. The grounds are well maintained, the breakfast service was great and the staff was friendly. Just across the street are some decent restaurants and a grocery store. It's a short 2-3 block ..."

Reviewed on May 9, 2024

Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
4 out of 5
7 Km West From La Fortuna, La Fortuna, Alajuela
The price is $125 per night from Jun 6 to Jun 7
$125
per night
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly lodge in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Staff is amazing"

Reviewed on May 31, 2024

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central, Área del Volcán Arenal, La Fortuna
The price is $158 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
$158
per night
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,073 reviews)
"Beautiful place and very relaxing. Electric power in our room was a bit interrupted occasionally … I feel that’s not uncommon in C.R.?. I will say, it was the most touristy place we visited. If thats your comfort zone we highly recommend. If we are in Fortuna again we will return to enjoy their amazing ..."

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2024

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
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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.