Charter San Jose to Quepos privately from US$8,000, about 31 min in the air. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from San Jose (SJO) to Quepos (XQP), and from Quepos (XQP) back to San Jose (SJO).
San Jose and Quepos lie approximately 62 km apart (39 mi / 33 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between San Jose and Quepos, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 31 min | 28 min – 34 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 29 min | 26 min – 32 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 29 min | 26 min – 32 min | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 31 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 31 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 29 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 29 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 29 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 29 min | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 29 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
The guide range for San Jose–Quepos is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
San Jose, Costa Rica: Juan Santamaría International Airport.
Quepos, Costa Rica: Quepos Managua Airport, Aerodamas Airport, Boca Naranjo Airport and Quebrada Naranjo Airport.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart San Jose–Quepos when the time is right.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the San Jose–Quepos trip to its true flying time: 31 min.
Demand on San Jose–Quepos comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 31 min airborne across the 62 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute San Jose–Quepos charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our San Jose–Quepos charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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