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Fall in love at first flight with your vacation to Santa Elena by saving a ton of cash on your last-minute cheap flight. There’s no more scouring the internet for a good deal—book your flight to Santa Elena on Hotwire, and you’ll be up, up, and on a getaway in no time.

Because once the wheels are down in Santa Elena, the good times start rolling. So buckle up, you’re in for a fun ride.

Frequently Asked Questions About flights to Santa Elena

Don’t waste your time on endless searches for cheap airline tickets oneway or roundtrip. We’ll have you on your way to Santa Elena with a tiny bag of pretzels in your hand before you can say “tray tables in the upright position”—and for a ticket price that works for your vacay budget.

So all you have to worry about is where you’re headed after the SJO airport.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Elena?

Airline ticket prices fluctuate all the time, depending on the day of the week or the month of the year. The cheapest round trip flights to Santa Elena are in , but when you book your flight on Hotwire, savings are always in season.

How many airlines fly to Santa Elena?

Variety is the spice of life, even when it comes to booking your next trip. Want options for airlines? You’ll find  to choose from for your flight to Santa Elena.

What airport is best to fly into Santa Elena?

When you’re planning your trip to Santa Elena, convenience is the name of the game. Luckily, Santa Elena Arenal Airport is nearby so you can deplane and get going on checking off everything on your Santa Elena must-do list.

How much are flights to Santa Elena?

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How to get cheap flights to Santa Elena?

The trick to saving a stack of cash on your flight to Santa Elena? Snatch up that Hotwire flight deal when you see a killer rate because it could be gone in a flash. And with flights as low as  right now, why wait?

Santa Elena Flight Information
Destination airport
Santa Elena
Destination airport IATA code
SJO

Last Minute Hotel Deals in Santa Elena

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
300 Mtrs Southwest From SuperCompro, Supermarket, Monteverde, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Monteverde. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Thank you for great advice on activities and we had our best night tour during our entire Costa Rica trip. Our room is half basement but it’s equipped with dehumidifier and air purifier thus it’s not humid during rain season, very considerate."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

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Monteverde Lodge

Monteverde Lodge

4 out of 5
Monteverde, Monteverde, Puntarenas
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Monteverde. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (448 reviews)
"beautifully situated in Santa Elena. Entrance is in a busy area but the property is tucked into a dreamy rainforest with trails and beautiful outdoor features. Simple, elegant, meticulously maintained. Everyone was so gracious and welcoming! We LOVED our stay!"

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

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Ficus Sunset Suites

Ficus Sunset Suites

4 out of 5
200 mts north east from Banco Popular, Santa Elena, Monteverde, Puntarenas
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Monteverde. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (346 reviews)
"Beautiful property with lots of green walking trails. Rooms are nice and well stocked. Staff was friendly and very helpful. They even pointed out monkeys in the trees to us."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

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Cabinas Selva Verde

Cabinas Selva Verde

2 out of 5
Continuo repuestos arroyo cruz, Monteverde, puntrarenas
Stay at this hotel in Monteverde. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (32 reviews)
Perfect Stay in Monteverde!
"Perfect place in Monteverde. Rooms are large, beds are comfortable and clean, parking is right in front and it’s a 3 minute walk to most restaurants and stores. Staff were very friendly and easy going. Very minor thing but you can sometimes hear road noise - but all solved with some ear plugs!"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

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Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central, Área del Volcán Arenal, La Fortuna
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,252 reviews)
Great resort with plenty to do
"Stayed here for 6 days, rooms are spacious and nothing spectacular compared to a more modern style room but makes up for it with a balcony that faces the Volcano. There a several hot springs and one has a swim up bar that was fantastic. They also have a pool with a pretty lengthy fast slide, the ..."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

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The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
2.5mi / 4km from Fortuna, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Stay at this 4.5-star 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. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"Extremely friendly people,excellent service and food"

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025

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Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

4 out of 5
7 Km West From La Fortuna, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly lodge in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"The Volcano Lodge is very nice with a relaxing forest vibe. It provides multiple amenities like pools, hot springs, restaurant and spa. They also have options they are willing to help you book for excursions around La Fortuna. My friends and I stayed here for me and my twin’s birthday :). We did ..."

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2025

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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

4.5 out of 5
13 Km Oeste del Centro, de la Fortuna de San Carlos, La Fortuna, Alajuela
Stay at this 4.5-star 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Outstanding great hotel, amazing hot waters and great food specifically breakfast made by Francisco. Will come back"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2025

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Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
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