Flying from Fortuna Airport (FON) to Quepos Airport (XQP): what you need to know
Around 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Fortuna Airport to Quepos Airport.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your FON to XQP flight.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Travelling to Quepos (and then seeing more of Costa Rica!) is a cinch with SANSA. This popular airline offers direct flights from Fortuna Airport to Quepos Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with SANSA on this route.
Among carriers operating FON to XQP flights, SANSA has the best track record for timely arrivals.
How to find the cheapest flights from Fortuna Airport (FON) to Quepos Airport (XQP)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Fortuna Airport to Quepos Airport flight is £106. A return fare is currently £211. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from FON to XQP if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Fortuna Airport to Quepos Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from FON to XQP.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Fortuna Airport to Quepos Airport.
Handy information about Fortuna Airport (FON)
Of all flights departing from Fortuna Airport, 54% touch down on time at their destination.
Fortuna Airport is about 6 kms (4 miles) from central Fortuna. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 20 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to FON? If you're boarding an early flight from Fortuna Airport to Quepos Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Quepos Airport (XQP)
Consider booking a hotel near XQP if you're catching a late Fortuna Airport to Quepos Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Quepos Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, FlexWays or National and see more of Quepos and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Quepos Airport a few weeks before your trip to get the lowest price possible. If you're travelling during peak season, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
When to fly to Quepos Airport (XQP)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Fortuna Airport to Quepos Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Quepos. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Quepos is March, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Fortuna Airport to Quepos Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FON to XQP in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Quepos. Around 56 kms (35 miles) away to the north, top sights here include National Park (Parque Nacional), Central Park (Parque Central) and Precolumbian Gold Museum.
Limon is another essential stop in Costa Rica and is around 137 kms (85 miles) north-east of Quepos. No journey is complete without visiting Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños.
