A private, roundtrip transfer between Liberia Airport (LIR) and Riu Palace Guanacaste that gets you from terminal to resort in roughly 30–45 minutes. Book a licensed, insured driver for groups up to six with wheelchair access and optional stops en route.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step out of the small terminal at Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport and the air hits you—warm, sun-washed, with a faint salt edge carried on a breeze from the Pacific. A driver waits at arrivals with a sign, the vehicle's A/C already running; within minutes the dry forest recedes and the road opens toward the peninsula where Riu Palace Guanacaste sits, surf and palms beckoning.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
30–45 minutes
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required; this is a seated transfer accessible to most travelers.
Wildlife
History
Guanacaste joined Costa Rica in the 19th century and retains strong ranching traditions; the region's roads and towns grew around cattle trails and later tourism tied to its Pacific beaches.
Conservation
The Papagayo peninsula includes protected coastal and marine areas—minimize plastic use and stick to marked roads and paths to reduce erosion and habitat disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Liberia Airpot (LIR) to Riu Palace / Guanacaste (Roundtrip) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Share flight details in advance
Provide arrival/departure flight numbers and times so the driver can track delays and be waiting at arrivals with your name on a sign.
Plan pickup timing for departures
Request pickup at least 2 hours 45 minutes before international flights to allow for check-in and security processing.
Pack a small day bag
Keep travel documents, sunscreen, water, and a light layer within reach—vehicles are air-conditioned but shore breezes can be cool after sunset.
Request stops if needed
This private transfer can include brief stops along the route—ask ahead if you want a quick grocery run or scenic viewpoint.
Valid ID & flight confirmation
Needed for meeting the driver and verifying pickup/drop-off details.
Small carry-on or daypack
Keeps essentials like sunscreen, medication, and documents reachable during the short drive.
summer
Light rain layer or umbrella
Useful during the rainy (green) season when sudden showers can arrive between Liberia and the coast.
fall
Cash in colones or card
Handy for quick purchases at roadside sodas or tipping drivers.