PRIVATE SHUTTLE
SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport to Uvita
4H1-12 passengersDoor-to-door
How much does a private shuttle from SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport to Uvita cost?
Prices in USD per vehicle. All-inclusive: A/C, WiFi, water, child seats, door-to-door.
What is the drive from SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport to Uvita like?
The route follows the Pacific coast south via the Costanera Sur highway, passing through Jaco, Quepos, and Dominical before reaching Uvita on the South Pacific coast. Total travel time is 3.5 to 4 hours. The drive covers a scenic stretch of coastline backed by the coastal mountain range.
What can you see between SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport and Uvita?
Cerro de la Muerte
San Isidro del General
Dominical
Marino Ballena National Park
Whale's Tail Beach
What are the road conditions from SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport to Uvita?
Paved Costanera Sur highway. Some mountain sections but well-maintained throughout.
Traveler Tip
Visit between July-October or December-April for the best chance to see humpback whales migrating past Uvita.
Is the shuttle from SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport to Uvita family-friendly?
Approximately 4 hours with one stop along the way. The first portion is highway; the second half follows the Pacific coast. Child seats are included at no charge. Vehicles are equipped with A/C, WiFi, and charging ports.
Budget breakdown
Uvita fits into the Pacific Loop: SJO → Manuel Antonio → Uvita → SJO, around $500-$700 for up to 6 passengers. Or go bigger: SJO → Uvita → Manuel Antonio → La Fortuna → SJO for a full 2-week itinerary, about $900-$1200 in transport total. Want to extend the drive into a memorable day? Upgrade to our VIP transfer for $80 more — flexible stops along the way (scenic viewpoints, coffee farm, lunch in a local town — your call).
About travel times
Google says 3.5 hours but count on 4 to 4.5. The highway to the coast is fast, but after Quepos the road to Uvita and Dominical can slow down with trucks and the mountain pass at Cerro de la Muerte if you take the inland route. Via the coast (our preferred route) is easier but has some construction zones.
Is the shuttle from SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport to Uvita available 24/7?
The drive to Uvita takes approximately 3.5 to 4 hours. The coastal highway (Costanera Sur) is quiet at night with minimal traffic. Standard pricing applies for all departure times.
Local insider tip
Leave early and take the coastal route — it's longer but way more scenic. You pass through Jaco and Manuel Antonio on the way. If you have time, stop at Nauyaca Waterfalls near Dominical — one of the best waterfalls in the country. Uvita is chill and uncrowded, you made a great choice.
Frequently asked about SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport → Uvita
How much does a private shuttle from SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport to Uvita cost?
Private shuttle from SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport to Uvita starts at $335 USD per vehicle (1-6 passengers). The price is per vehicle, not per person — everyone in your group travels together for the same flat rate. Larger vehicles for 7-18 passengers are available at higher tiers.
How long does the drive from SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport to Uvita take?
The drive from SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport to Uvita takes approximately 4H. Travel times can vary slightly depending on traffic, weather, and road conditions. Our drivers monitor conditions in real time to choose the fastest safe route.
Is the shuttle from SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport to Uvita private?
Yes. Every Private Travel CR shuttle is fully private — you ride only with your group, no shared seats with strangers. The price covers the entire vehicle door-to-door, including a professional bilingual driver, free WiFi, bottled water, free child seats on request, and full insurance.
Do you pick up at any address in SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport?
Yes, we offer door-to-door pickup anywhere in SJO - Juan Santamaria Int. Airport — hotels, Airbnbs, private villas, or any specific address you give us at booking. We confirm the exact pickup location 24 hours before your trip.
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