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Cheap flights to Cantón San Carlos from $136 One Way, $304 Round Trip

$304 return flights and $136 one-way flights to Cantón San Carlos were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

EWR

New York

SJO

San José

$304

Roundtrip

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Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10

SJO

San José

FON

La Fortuna

$306

Roundtrip

found 8 hours ago

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17

SJO

San José

FON

La Fortuna

$310

Roundtrip

found 8 hours ago

Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Nov 25

SJO

San José

FON

La Fortuna

$335

Roundtrip

found 8 hours ago

Fri, Nov 13 - Fri, Nov 13

MIA

Miami

SJO

San José

$374

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Thu, Jan 7 - Sun, Jan 10

JFK

New York

SJO

San José

$376

Roundtrip

found 17 hours ago

Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10

SJO

San José

FON

La Fortuna

$378

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found 8 hours ago

Wed, Oct 28 - Sat, Nov 7

IAD

Washington

SJO

San José

$378

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Wed, Oct 28 - Sun, Nov 1

IAD

Washington

SJO

San José

$378

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17

SJO

San José

FON

La Fortuna

$383

Roundtrip

found 8 hours ago

Sun, Nov 29 - Wed, Dec 9

JFK

New York

SJO

San José

$394

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Nov 25

SJO

San José

FON

La Fortuna

$407

Roundtrip

found 8 hours ago

Fri, Nov 20 - Wed, Nov 25

SJO

San José

FON

La Fortuna

$479

Roundtrip

found 8 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
MGA	San José	September 4 to September 7	$465
JFK	San José	September 5 to September 12	$772
SFO	San José	September 6 to September 15	$806
SMF	San José	September 4 to September 17	$1,451

*Prices include taxes and fees

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Score Epic Cantón San Carlos Accommodation Deals

San Bosco Inn

100 m North from the Banco Nacional La Fortuna Alajuela

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$65 nightly

$73 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano and Arenal Volcano National Park are ...

9/10 Wonderful! (842 reviews)

"They have good breakfast"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2026

Hotel Bijagua

Next to Cristian 4 super market 142 La Fortuna Alajuela

Stay at this hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano and Arenal Volcano National ...

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Hotel La Fortuna

1 blk south of gas station La Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela

Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Arenal Volcano and Arenal Volcano ...

8/10 Very Good! (423 reviews)

"The bathroom in the room need renovation since it not functional and extremely old. Also don't expect hot water for your shower between 10AM and 4pm since they shut it down during that time. It also a little bit noisy due that you are on the corner two major roads. So overall if I had to go back ..."

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2020

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The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

2.5mi / 4km from Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela

$226 nightly

$255 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...

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.

Our Top Cantón San Carlos Apartment Hotels

Unique Jungle Luxury for 5, Fantastic Views, A/C, Jacuzzi Spa & Private Pool!

Arenal Volcano National Park Alajuela Province

Book a stay at this family-friendly guesthouse in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)

"We had an amazing time at Nita and Marty’s place. They were so accommodating to our scheduling mishaps, helped arrange outings, and assisted us in navigating finding a doctor on a Sunday. The property was so comfortable, with lovely creative touches in the decorating. Our sons loved splashing in ..."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026

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Hotel Bijagua

Next to Cristian 4 super market 142 La Fortuna Alajuela

Stay at this hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano and Arenal Volcano National ...

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Villa Fortuna Hotel

700 metros este del Banco de Costa Rica La Fortuna Alajuela (province)

Stay at this hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Arenal Volcano and Arenal Volcano National ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (34 reviews)

3 nights in Fortuna

"Clean room with one double and 2 single beds. Had safe in room and small fridge. Enjoyed shared kitchen with free morning coffee available. Refreshing pool with loungers available to relax. Staff very nice. Good value for price."

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2017

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Apartamentos Valle del Volcán

Calle 468 A, Avenida 315 La Fortuna Alajuela

Stay at this apartment in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano and Arenal Volcano National Park are ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (31 reviews)

"Maily was extremely helpful. She accommodated us when we had been stranded with a lost reservation at the last minute. We enjoyed our stay there very much. It is a very secure property."

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024

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Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

6 km oeste del Parque Central La Fortuna

$139 nightly

$157 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

13 Km Oeste del Centro La Fortuna Alajuela

$361 nightly

$408 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury resort in La Fortuna. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

"The hot springs and the area around it are amazing!"

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

9 Km West and 3.5 km North of La Fortuna Monterrey Alajuela

$510 nightly

$576 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury resort in Monterrey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 15 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

"Everything was fantastic! The SPA and masseuses are the best I've ever experienced. The hot springs on site are beautiful. We will be going back!"

Reviewed on Sep 1, 2026

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The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

2.5mi / 4km from Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela

$226 nightly

$255 total

Oct 2 - Oct 3

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...

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.

Family Friendly Hotels in Cantón San Carlos

Hotel Heliconias Nature Inn & Hot Springs

11 Miles South from Downtown La Fortuna Peñas Blancas Alajuela

$159 nightly

$179 total

Sep 4 - Sep 5

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Peñas Blancas. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attraction ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (438 reviews)

"The staff here is absolutely fantastic! Even though our trip started a bit bumpy, they totally turned it around and made us feel so welcome and at home. Their hospitality was beyond amazing, and they were super accommodating to everything we needed. We're definitely coming back when we're in the ..."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2026

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

6 km oeste del Parque Central La Fortuna

$139 nightly

$157 total

Sep 6 - Sep 7

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

7 Km West From La Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$122 nightly

$138 total

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly lodge in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...

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Hotel Bijagua

Next to Cristian 4 super market 142 La Fortuna Alajuela

Stay at this hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano and Arenal Volcano National ...

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Which airlines fly to Cantón San Carlos?

Lock in a fare with one of the 23 airlines that operate services to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) and get set for exciting new experiences. This airport is a main gateway for Cantón San Carlos. When it's time to discover the region, these top carriers will take you there:

Copa Airlines - 124 flights to Cantón San Carlos per month
Avianca - 100 flights to Cantón San Carlos per month
Volaris Costa Rica - 70 flights to Cantón San Carlos per month

How much is a flight to Cantón San Carlos?

Fares for round-trip flights dipped as low as $304 this week to Cantón San Carlos, and increased to a peak of $1,451. Jet-setters flying out of New York (EWR) managed to bag one-way flights starting from just $136.

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Flying during busier seasons means expensive airfares. Try to vacation outside of popular dates, such as Thanksgiving, New Year's Eve and Easter.

What is the best time to book a flight to Cantón San Carlos?

Pick up a bargain and book your seats to Cantón San Carlos in January. If you've missed this month, don't worry. February and August often have low airfares as well. Just make sure you don't sleep on a sale — cheap flights pop up and vanish in a flash!

What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Cantón San Carlos?

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What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Cantón San Carlos?

According to Orbitz data from 2020, you ought to start your trip on a Monday to score cheap flights to Cantón San Carlos. Next cheapest day? Tuesday. Saturday is the most expensive. So, leave early in the week if you'd like to score a wallet-friendly fare and stretch your travel budget.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cantón San Carlos?

Get set to jet for less in August. This is generally the best month to take off if you want cheap flights to Cantón San Carlos, based on Orbitz data. The least affordable time to take off is June, so avoid this month if possible.

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What do I need for the flight to Cantón San Carlos?

There is so much to plan for any big trip, so it's nice to get a little help along the way. Here are a few tips to make sure you're prepared for your flight:

Travel documentation such as visas and identification will be required. To avoid any unnecessary delays when you check in, make sure your booking is made with the same name, birth date and gender as indicated on your government-issued ID.
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A lot of budget carriers offer comfortable business-class seating without the pricey fees.
Make the most of your airline's frequent flyer program and upgrade your seat. You can also bid for an upgrade in online auctions.

What is the best time to go to Cantón San Carlos?

Cantón San Carlos is a busy place in February, March and April. If you plan to visit during these months, it would be wise to book early to ensure you pick up the greatest deals. Like to know what the summertime's like in Cantón San Carlos? Average daily temperatures generally fluctuate between 70 ºF and 80 ºF. Like most destinations in the Northern Hemisphere, summertime commences June 20 here.

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