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BUENOS AIRES

Buenos Aires, Costa Rica

🏷️IATABAI
📍CityBuenos Aires
📞Helpline+506 2668 1000
Carretera Bernardo Soto, Provincia de Alajuela, Liberia, Costa Rica
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ℹ️ About BUENOS AIRES

Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport opened in 1995 and is operated by CORIPORT. It serves as a major gateway to the Guanacaste region's beaches and resorts.

The airport handled approximately 1.4 million passengers in 2023. Its IATA code is LIR.

Future expansion plans focus on increasing terminal capacity and improving infrastructure.

🏢 Terminals

Buenos Aires Airport (BAI), officially Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, has a single terminal building. The terminal handles both domestic and international flights.

It features 13 gates. The terminal area is approximately 35,000 square feet.

The airport has a capacity of approximately 2.5 million passengers per year. There have been no recent major expansion projects.

🚗 How to Reach Buenos Aires Airport
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Bus
Pulmitan de Liberia provides bus service to Liberia and other destinations. Buses depart regularly from the airport's main entrance. The fare to Liberia is approximately ₡500-₡1000.
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Taxis/Cab
Official airport taxis are available outside the terminal. A taxi to Liberia costs around $20-$30 USD. Uber is available but may have limited availability.
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Distance
Approximately 13 km from Liberia city center. Travel time is about 20 minutes without traffic and up to 30 minutes during peak hours.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
Lounges
VIP Lounge Costa Rica is located in the international departures area. Access is available through Priority Pass or by purchasing a day pass.
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Food & Dining
Restaurants include Quiznos, Britt Cafe & Bakery, and Malinche Bar. There are no 24-hour options.
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Shopping
Duty-free shops are available in the international departures area. Souvenir shops and local craft stores are also present.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available throughout the terminal. Connect to the "Aeris_Guanacaste" network.
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Banking
ATMs are located in the main terminal area. Currency exchange services are available.
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Medical
A medical clinic is located within the terminal. Hours may vary.
🅿️ Parking

Short-term and long-term parking options are available. Rates start at approximately ₡1,000 per hour. Daily rates are around ₡8,000. Pre-booking is not available.

💡 Tips for Travellers
1
Consider using Uber for transportation to Liberia for potentially lower fares than official airport taxis.
2
Purchase local currency (Colones) before arriving to avoid high exchange rates at the airport.
3
If you have Priority Pass, utilize the VIP Lounge Costa Rica for a comfortable pre-flight experience.
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Allow extra time during peak tourist seasons (December-April) due to increased traffic and longer security lines.
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