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Calculer le prix d'un Taxi/Uber à Juan Santamaría International Airport
Use our free tool to estimate the price of a ride from Juan Santamaría International Airport to anywhere in San José (Alajuela). We compare local taxi rates and Uber services to help you budget your trip upon arrival in Costa Rica.
Fares to Nearby Cities
Compare approximate taxi and Uber costs from Juan Santamaría International Airport to nearby destinations:
| Destination | Distance | Taxi Est. | Uber Est. | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coco | 1.5 km | €5.2 | €4.42 | View |
| Alajuela | 2.7 km | €7.36 | €6.26 | View |
| San Antonio | 3 km | €7.9 | €6.72 | View |
| Santa Ana | 7.3 km | €15.64 | €13.29 | View |
| San Rafael | 7.7 km | €16.36 | €13.91 | View |
| Heredia | 10.1 km | €20.68 | €17.58 | View |
How to get a taxi at SJO?
Navigating transportation at Juan Santamaría International Airport is straightforward if you know where to go:
- Official Stands: Always follow signs for "Taxi" to find authorized airport cabs.
- Pre-booked Transfers: Meet your driver at the designated "Pre-booked" or "Meeting Point" area in the arrivals hall.
- App-Based Rides: Uber and local apps usually have specific pickup zones (often on the departures level or a dedicated TNC lot).
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Uber at SJO
Uber is generally available at Juan Santamaría International Airport. Pickup locations vary by terminal. Check your app upon landing.
- UberX
- UberXL (for groups/luggage)
- Uber Black
Local Taxis in San José (Alajuela)
Official taxi stands are located outside Arrival terminals. Estimated fare to San José (Alajuela) downtown typically starts from calculated rates above.
Why trust our SJO Transfer Estimates?
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We include typical airport surcharges and base fares in our estimates.
Data Accuracy & Methodology
How we calculate fares: Our estimates are based on the official taxi tariff ordinances for San José (Alajuela) and Costa Rica. We factor in the base fare (flag fall), distance rate per km, and typical traffic wait times.
Verification: Rate data is periodically verified against local municipal transport authority publications.
Last Data Update: August 2026