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Cheap Flights to Santa Elena

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! (1,002 reviews)
We were treated to a nice studio off-site which was incredible. A modern two room cabin style property with a fully equipped kitchen. Everything top modern and there was even an arcade, a record player, Alexa, two tvs, a Nintendo console and a very nice bathroom. It is cold in the mountains and while ...

Reviewed on Oct 26, 2025

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Monteverde Lodge

Monteverde Lodge

4 out of 5
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (449 reviews)
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Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

Monteverde Lodge
Ficus Sunset Suites

Ficus Sunset Suites

4 out of 5
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3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central, Área del Volcán Arenal, La Fortuna
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,262 reviews)
I love this resort!

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

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4 out of 5
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Friendly staff, great food, good facilities including thermal bathes and swimming pool

Reviewed on Nov 9, 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
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9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Ideal location for those who are focused on the hot pools and spa. Quiet restaurant has wonderful entree though dessert was nothing near what was expected. Extremely friendly staff.

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Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

3.5 out of 5
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The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

5 out of 5
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9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
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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.