$148 Cheap Flights to Arenal

The cheapest month to fly to Arenal is February when there's less demand. Off-peak months are typically when you'll find cheap fares. To keep costs down, steer clear of flying during public and school holidays.

Choose from 13 US destinations providing direct flights to Arenal. When you book on Expedia, click on the "Direct flights only" filter to compare nonstop routes. Fly to Arenal from any of these cities:

• Houston
• Orlando
• Fort Lauderdale
• Miami
• Atlanta

Book well in advance or look for a cheap flight to Arenal during off-peak months like August and September. Leaving on a Thursday could also save you 16% on average compared to a Sunday departure.* The Expedia app makes it even easier to know when to book. Just turn on the toggle for "Watch prices" and get notified when fares go down.

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

Staying flexible about your plans can help you find last-minute offers on cheap flights to Arenal. To view all the available options, consider looking at different ticket types, changing your Arenal vacation dates, flying out of an alternative airport or going with another airline.

Find the travel dates you want and a price your budget will love by booking your domestic flight to Arenal up to 28 days in advance. Lock in tickets two to four months ahead if you're visiting Arenal from an international destination.*

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

You can generally get cheap flights to Arenal on Sundays. You'll save about 8% on average compared to booking on a Friday, which is typically the most expensive day for tickets.*

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

Arenal is connected to 40 airports worldwide through 24 airlines, with Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) as its chief entry point. Choose from these well-known airlines to Arenal when planning your journey:

• Copa Airlines
• SANSA Regional
• GetJet Airlines
• AVIANCA

Arenal's main gateway is Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR). If you're looking for some nearby alternatives when flying to Arenal, check out Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO), Canas (CSC) or La Fortuna (FON-Arenal). You can also opt to fly to Arenal through Puntarenas (JAP-Chacarita).

If you're jetting into Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR), you'll be approximately 45 mi west of the center of Arenal.

Bundle your hotel and flight and you could save hundreds of dollars. What’s more, you can add extras like tours and car rentals to your Arenal flight and hotel package deal. With Expedia, it's simple to organize all your Arenal travel plans in the same place.

You can usually change or cancel your flight to Arenal within 24 hours of booking. However, keep in mind that some flights are non-refundable. In those cases, you may receive credit for a future flight instead of a direct refund. Make sure you check the airline's terms and conditions in your itinerary for exact details. You can use Expedia's "No cancel fee" or "Changes included" filters when you search to secure cheap flights to Arenal with flexible change policies. For additional information, browse our Customer Service Portal.