Confirm the airport and meeting point
Specify San José (SJO) or Liberia (LIR). Before departure, check the exact meeting point and handover instructions in your confirmation. Airport pickup does not necessarily mean a vehicle will be waiting directly outside the terminal: follow the arrangements confirmed for your booking.
Provide the correct flight details
Enter the airline, the flight arriving in Costa Rica, its date and expected local arrival time. If you have a connection, check that this is the final flight into SJO or LIR. Keep your RAC tracking link and the supplied pickup contact details accessible during your journey.
Report important changes
A delay, cancellation or missed connection may affect pickup arrangements. Send the new details as soon as you know them. Once your booking is finally confirmed, your RAC tracking page lets you report a meeting-point issue. Revised arrangements still need to be confirmed with the team; a changed arrival does not automatically guarantee the same availability.
Plan your first stop as well
Before setting off, check the vehicle with the representative and ask for any instructions you need. Costa Rica’s tourism board advises travelling in daylight where possible. If you land late, consider your first overnight stop and onward journey rather than assuming you can immediately drive to a distant destination.
Late pickup and early return
Confirm hours, meeting point and any after-hours charges in writing. Ask how to report a flight delay and arrange a return before opening time.
Pick up in San José, return in Liberia
You can pick up your car at San José airport (SJO) and return it at Liberia airport (LIR). Specify both airports in your request so the quote reflects your itinerary.
Instituto Costarricense de Turismo — Driving a car in Costa Rica ↗
Your quote and rental agreement set out the applicable conditions. Always check them alongside this general guide.
