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How do I find cheap flights to Arenal that have flexible change policies?
It's as easy as counting to three with Expedia. Step 1: Type in your preferred travel dates and click on the "Search" button. Step 2? Check the "No change fee" box underneath the "Flexible change policies" subheading on the left-hand side of your screen. Step 3. Reserve a cheap and flexible flight to Arenal.
Which airlines fly to Arenal?
With a good range of airlines that fly into or near Arenal, the choice is all yours:

  • American Airlines - 303 flights to or near Arenal each month, including 182 flights to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) per month.
  • United Airlines - 260 flights to or near Arenal each month, including 130 flights to Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) per month.
  • Spirit Airlines - 152 flights to or near Arenal each month, including 152 flights to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to Arenal?
You'll always find an amazing deal with Expedia, but our "flexible dates" search function makes it that much easier. Enter your preferred travel date, then check the flexible dates box above to see a list of prices for nearby days. was the best price for a flight to Arenal in the last seven days.
How much is a flight to Arenal?
You could have nabbed a round-trip flight to Arenal from anywhere between and in the last seven days. For one-way journeys leaving from (), the lowest amount paid during this period was just .
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Arenal?
Choosing your airport comes down to factors including your carrier and final destination. These are your two options in Arenal:

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 612 flights per month.
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 386 flights per month.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Arenal?
If you'd rather spend your hard-earned vacation money enjoying Arenal rather than on flying there, depart earlier in the week. The most cost-effective day to travel is usually Tuesday, with Monday running a close second. With many folks traveling on weekends, Saturday tends to have the most expensive fares.
How much is a plane ticket to Arenal?
In the last seven days, seats to Arenal fluctuated between and . Prices rise as your travel date nears, so grab a terrific deal today.
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Arenal?
The ideal month to purchase cheap airfares to Arenal is February. It's worth remembering that in the USA, the most expensive time to book a ticket is during the busy month of December.
How long is a flight to Arenal?
That'll depend on where you're departing from, but have a look at these average travel times for three popular flights to Arenal:

  • Houston, TX (IAH-George Bush Intercontinental) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 3 hours and 38 minutes
  • Orlando, FL (MCO-Orlando Intl.) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 3 hours and 11 minutes
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL-Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 2 hours and 56 minutes

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Cheap flights to Arenal (SJO)

Get started finding a cheap flight to Arenal on Expedia by either choosing a deal on this page or entering into the search bar your travel dates, origin airport, and whether you want roundtrip or one-way airfare. You can filter for flexibility, number of stops, airline, and departure/arrival times to find the best flight for you.

We recommend using the ‘Flexible Dates’ calendar at the top of the page to see the price of plane tickets on the surrounding dates. This allows you to pick the cheapest days to fly if your trip allows flexibility and score cheap flight deals to Arenal.

Roundtrip prices range from - , and one-ways to Arenal start as low as .

Be aware that choosing a non-stop flight can sometimes be more expensive while saving you time. And routes with connections may be available at a cheaper rate.

Airlines that fly to Arenal (SJO)

You have several options for which airline you choose to travel with to Arenal. There are airlines flying into SJO: . 

Cheap plane tickets may be available from different airlines at different times and with unique terms. It’s best to understand the details of each airline’s offer before judging its value.

For example, if you plan to check a bag or bring a carry-on, check whether the cheap airfare deal includes a baggage allowance. If not, verify whether the baggage fee is higher than the difference of other airline plane ticket deals offering free checked/carry-on baggage in exchange for a slightly higher airfare. 

Find the best deals

At Expedia, we source many flight deals from multiple providers, so you can easily find the best deals that are right for you. A great strategy for getting the best deals can be to make sure you book and travel at the optimal times. Airfare to Arenal (SJO) varies throughout the year based on seasonal demand. You’ll see the lowest rates for roundtrips to SJO in and in for one-ways.

Cancellation & flexibility

To change or cancel eligible flights, go to ‘My Trips’ and navigate to your itinerary. If you booked within the last 24-hours, you might be able to cancel your flight for free. Learn more about flight changes or cancellations from our customer service portal. Some plane tickets are available with no change fees, which you can filter for during your search.

 

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Travel information

Travel information

Destination airport
Arenal
Destination airport IATA code
SJO

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