Private flights from Upala to Cóbano
Cóbano Airport serves Nicoya Peninsula — 20 min to Santa Teresa / Mal País. Fly direct from Upala in 39 min, on your schedule, for the whole aircraft.
What you fly in for
1 to 3 days in Nicoya Peninsula
Land at ACO and make every minute count.
Day 1 — Arrive and settle in
- Morning
Land at Cóbano Airport (ACO). 20 min to Santa Teresa / Mal País. Drop your bags and get oriented.
- Afternoon
Santa Teresa Beach — the signature experience of the zone.
- Evening
Dinner in Cóbano; an early night before a full day tomorrow.
Day 2 — The main event
- Morning
Premium Surf — Santa Teresa & Mal País — best done before midday heat.
- Midday
Luxury Villas — Nicoya Peninsula
- Afternoon
Yoga & Wellness — Santa Teresa to swim, hike or simply unwind.
Day 3 — One more, then fly out
- Morning
Maritime Charter — Nicoya Coast before you pack up.
- Afternoon
Return charter from ACO on your schedule — AeroRide flies when you do.
Flying private from Upala to Cóbano
Why fly private from Upala to Cóbano?
The Upala–Cóbano corridor connects Upala Airport (UPL) with Cóbano Airport (ACO). By road the journey runs to hours — often across mountainous or unpaved interior. An AeroRide private charter covers it in 39 min, gate to gate, on the schedule you choose rather than a fixed timetable.
The whole aircraft is $2,066 — that price already includes the round-trip positioning of the aircraft, FBO access at both ends, meet-and-greet coordination and all luggage handling. With 5 aboard that is about $413 each. No commercial queues, no check-in counters, no gate lines.
Upala Airport (UPL) — departure
Upala Airport sits in Northern Plains, 40 min to Río Celeste. The runway is 1200m of asphalt and the airport operates 6am-5pm.
Cóbano Airport (ACO) — arrival
Cóbano Airport serves Nicoya Peninsula. 20 min to Santa Teresa / Mal País. The runway is 900m of grass, and the airport operates 6am-5pm.
On arrival, AeroRide passengers clear the FBO in minutes — no baggage carousel, no commercial crowd. Ground transfers are arranged in advance through the same WhatsApp line.
Upala to Cóbano — frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Upala to Cóbano?
About 39 min, direct. The private charter flies gate to gate with no connections — a fraction of the overland time.
How much does a private flight from Upala to Cóbano cost?
$2,066 for the whole aircraft (up to 5 passengers) — about $413 per person with 5 aboard. Includes the round-trip ferry from the base.
How many passengers can fly?
Up to 5 passengers with luggage. For larger groups we coordinate a second aircraft — ask on WhatsApp.
What does the price include?
The whole aircraft, the round-trip positioning ferry, FBO access at UPL and ACO, meet-and-greet and all luggage handling. No hidden fees.
How do I book Upala to Cóbano?
Message AeroRide on WhatsApp at +1 786 982 6354 or request a quote on this page. Quotes are returned in minutes.
Attractions near Cóbano
Santa Teresa Beach
Beach & Surf
Premium Surf — Santa Teresa & Mal País
Surf & Sport
Luxury Villas — Nicoya Peninsula
Luxury Accommodation
Yoga & Wellness — Santa Teresa
Wellness & Yoga
Maritime Charter — Nicoya Coast
Sailing & Marine