Starting from
$220
for 1-6 passengers • All taxes included
Compare Your Options
Manuel Antonio → SJO Airport — Which option is right for you?
Private ShuttleOur Service | Shared ShuttlePer person pricing | Rental CarSelf-drive | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (4 people) | $220 = $55/person | $260 $65/person | ~$105 +insurance +gas |
| Departure Time | You choose any time | Fixed (8am or 2pm) | You choose |
| Door-to-Door | Main hotels only | ||
| Total Travel Time | 3 H | 5-6 hrs Multiple stops | 3 H |
| Photo/Rest Stops | 1hr included | ||
| Driving Stress | Zero - relax! | Zero | Coastal & mountain |
Private
$220
4 pax total
Shared
$260
4 pax total
Rental
~$105
+extras
Private Shuttle
OUR SERVICE$220
$55/pp
Shared Shuttle
Per person pricing$260
$65/pp
Rental Car
Self-drive~$105
+insurance
Bottom line: For 4 travelers, our private shuttle costs $220 total ($55/person) vs $260 for shared shuttle. You save $40 AND get faster, door-to-door service with flexible timing.
Your Journey: Manuel Antonio to SJO Airport
Return to San José Airport from the wildlife-rich beaches of Manuel Antonio. Travel through coastal lowlands and over mountain passes.
Travel Time Reality Check
Google says 3 hours. Plan for 3.5-4. The Costanera highway between Quepos and Jaco has construction zones, and the mountain pass up to the Central Valley slows things down. Leave 4.5 hours before your flight to be safe.
Road Conditions
Well-paved highways throughout.
Local Tip from Our Team
Allow 4 hours before your flight departure - the 3-hour drive plus airport check-in time.
From Our Team
If your flight isn't until the afternoon, sleep in and enjoy one last morning at the beach. The drive up to SJO goes through some of the prettiest farmland in the Central Valley. If you have time, stop at Tarcoles Bridge to see the crocodiles — it's right on the route.
Can't Wait Travel CR
We're a Costa Rican company based in La Fortuna (Arenal Volcano), specializing in private transfers across the country's main tourist destinations.
With vehicles in SJO, Guanacaste, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, and La Fortuna, we cover 1000+ routes nationwide.
Our team stays with you from booking to drop-off—WhatsApp and email support every step of the way.
What's Included
A/C vehicles
Modern fleet, 2025 or newer
1 hour for stops
Photos, bathroom, stretch
Flight monitoring
We track delays for you
Child seats FREE
Request when booking
Luggage included
1 large bag + 1 carry-on each
Fully insured
ICT Licensed #4121-2025
Free WiFi
Stay connected on the road
Phone chargers
USB & Type-C ports
Drinks & snacks
Water and treats on board
Traveling with Family?
About 3.5 hours back to the airport. Easy coastal drive at first, then up through the mountains. Kids usually nap on the highway section. If you have an early flight, we handle pre-dawn pickups — the kids sleep through it. Free child seats.
Child seats FREE
Infant, toddler or booster
Door-to-door
No buses with kids & bags
Flexible stops
Bathroom breaks, snack time
Bilingual driver
English + Spanish
Good to Know
Cancellation
- ✓48+ hours before: Full refund (minus 13% tax)
- ✗Within 48 hours: Non-refundable
- →Email: mybooking@cantwaittravelcr.com
Changes & Modifications
- ✓Free changes up to 48 hours before pickup
- ✓Change time, date, or location (subject to availability)
- →Route changes may affect price
Flight Delayed or Cancelled?
- ✓We monitor your flight and adjust — no extra charge
- ✓Add Flex Protection for free reschedule if cancelled
- →Provide your flight number when booking
Pricing
- ✓Price is per vehicle, not per person
- ✓No hidden fees — price you see is final
- ✓All taxes included (13% VAT)
Direct Service. No Surprises.
We personally operate every transfer to guarantee excellence.
Guaranteed Availability
We never overbook. We match our bookings strictly to our fleet capacity.
If we confirm it, we drive it.
100% Private Fleet
Enjoy the comfort of our modern, air-conditioned vans exclusively for your group.
Local Expert Drivers
Our drivers are experienced professionals from La Fortuna. We know every curve of the road.
Safe & Secure Checkout
All transactions processed with secure online payment
Bank-Level Security
Payments processed with secure online payment. Your card information is encrypted and never stored on our servers.
Accepted Payment Methods
Additional payment methods may be available depending on your country and currency
Your Security is Our Priority
Bank-Level Security
256-bit SSL encryption for all transactions
PCI DSS Level 1
Highest security certification in payments
3D Secure
Additional fraud protection layer
100% Secure Guarantee
Your payment data is encrypted and processed through PCI Level 1 certified infrastructure — the highest security standard in the payments industry.
256-bit
SSL Encryption
Level 1
PCI DSS
3D Secure
Protected
Instant
Confirmation
One Price per Vehicle
Total cost for the whole van. No per-person fees.
1-6 Pass.
$220
All taxes included
7-9 Pass.
$290
All taxes included
10-12 Pass.
$360
All taxes included
Planning a Multi-Stop Trip?
If this is your last transfer home, you probably did the Pacific Loop: SJO → Manuel Antonio → SJO or SJO → La Fortuna → Manuel Antonio → SJO. Either way, total transport for a multi-stop trip runs around $500-$900 for up to 6 passengers.
Browse all routes & build your itineraryFrom the Caribbean to the Pacific, from the cloud forests to the beaches
Our headquarters is in La Fortuna, at the base of Arenal Volcano, but we keep vehicles strategically positioned in San José, Monteverde, Manuel Antonio, and Guanacaste. This allows us to cover inter-destination transfers efficiently across the country.
With You Every Step
WhatsApp & Email Support
From the moment you book until we drop you off at your destination, our team stays connected with you via WhatsApp or email. We monitor your flight, coordinate with your driver, and handle any changes along the way.
Ready to Book?
Secure your private transfer directly with us. No agents, no hidden fees.
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