Save Time Fly from San José to Tamarindo’s Best Waves

Daniela Ortiz • September 16, 2024

When you’re planning a surf trip to Tamarindo, we all know that Liberia Airport (LIR) or as it’s called now, Guanacaste Airport, is the best option. It’s just a quick 1 to 1.5-hour drive to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp. Depending on the traffic (and how fast Will drives that day), you’ll be beachside before you know it. Plus, if you arrive on a Saturday, our shuttles are free! Super convenient, right?

But, sometimes, the cheapest flights will land you in San José. And we get it, no one’s looking forward to the 5 to 6-hour drive from SJO to our surf camp. We’ve been there too. That’s why we’re always on the lookout for ways to make your journey to Tamarindo as smooth and enjoyable as possible. We’re still working on teleportation (stay tuned 😉), but until then, we’ve teamed up with Sansa Airlines to bring you the next best thing: a quick, scenic 50-minute flight from San José to Tamarindo.

Start Your Surf Adventure with Our 2-for-1 Flight Deal

Book your surf trip with us, and get our special offer on your domestic flight with Sansa Airlines: pay for a one-way ticket, and we’ll cover the rest for a round trip! That’s $159 per person for a round-trip flight from San José to Tamarindo, saving you both time and money.

The Journey: From San José to Surf Paradise

Your adventure begins as soon as you touch down at San José International Airport (SJO). Skip the long drive and head straight to the Sansa Airlines terminal for your flight to Tamarindo. The moment you arrive at the domestic terminal, the friendly Sansa Airlines staff is there to greet you with a smile

Once you’re settled in the cabin, the adventure truly begins. The small charter plane offers stunning aerial views of Costa Rica’s mountains , rivers, and as you get closer to Tamarindo , the sparkling Pacific Ocean comes into view. You can even spot some surf breaks from the air! An adventure that gets you excited and mind surfing before you even land.

Before you know it, the 50-minute flight has brought you to Tamarindo. You’ll step off the plane and be greeted by the warm tropical air and our friendly Witch’s Rock Surf Camp driver, who will be waiting to take you straight to the camp.

What’s in it for you?

Save time : Skip the long drive and enjoy a short, scenic flight instead.
Free pickup from Tamarindo Airport straight to Witch’s Rock Surf Camp (and we’ll get you back to the airport after your stay, too!)
Bring your gear : A carry-on bag (10 lbs) and checked bag (40 lbs) are included, with space for your surf gear. You can bring as many surfboards as you can carry, as long as they’re no more than 6’7″! (There’s a small fee for surfboards, but we’ll take care of the details 😉).
Breathtaking views : The flight offers unforgettable views of Costa Rica’s landscapes , from mountains to the coastline .

A Quick Heads-Up

Just make sure you check with our reservations team to confirm if there’s a flight that works with your itinerary. Sansa Airlines has limited flights, around four times a day, and only during daylight hours. We highlight the best of this offer, but we like to keep it real, there are a few limitations. No worries, though, we’ll work with you to make it happen!

Not only will you save time by skipping that long drive from San José or Liberia, but you’ll also get to enjoy Costa Rica’s beautiful scenery from above. Imagine landing in Tamarindo, greeted by warm ocean breezes and getting your first surf session in before the day ends. That’s how a surf trip to Costa Rica should start!

Ready to make your surf trip even more epic?

This is your chance to skip the stress and fly straight into surf paradise. Book your surf trip with Witch’s Rock Surf Camp today, and we’ll take care of the rest. We can’t wait to welcome you with more adventures than last time!

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