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Frequently asked questions: Limon airport

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Quick answers about Limon airport (LIO)

Questions about LIO

Answers to the questions travelers ask most about Limon airport (LIO). See also the airport guide for general information.

SANSA operates charter and seasonal flights to San José–Juan Santamaría. Air taxis and on-demand private flights (such as Volar Helicopters) also serve Limón connecting to other destinations across Costa Rica.
Taxis are available outside the terminal, taking 10 to 15 minutes to downtown Puerto Limón. To reach destinations such as Cahuita or Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, travelers can book private tourist shuttle vans or board Transportes MEPE intercity buses along adjacent National Route 36.
There are no permanent car rental desks inside the terminal. However, regional car rental companies such as Adobe Rent a Car, Alamo, and National arrange vehicle drop-off and pick-up at the airfield with prior reservation.
Terminal facilities are very basic: there are no restaurants, cafés, retail shops, ATMs, or public Wi-Fi. The building only offers a basic waiting room and public restrooms.
No. The airport operates solely during daylight hours under visual flight rules and the terminal closes overnight. Passengers must arrange accommodations in Puerto Limón or nearby coastal towns.

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