Airport
Palmar Sur Airport (PMZ)
Palmar Sur Airport is a small domestic gateway to the Osa Peninsula and Costa Rica's southern Pacific region. From here, travelers continue to Sierpe, Drake Bay, Corcovado National Park, and nearby coastal areas by taxi, shuttle, or rental car.
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About Palmar Sur Airport
Palmar Sur Airport is a small domestic airport serving the towns of Palmar Norte and Palmar Sur in Osa Canton, Puntarenas Province, on Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast. It is a key air gateway to the Osa Peninsula.
The airport links the region with San José through daily Sansa Airlines flights, making it a practical alternative to the roughly six-hour road journey. After a renovation completed in 2019, the airport gained a modern terminal building and a reconstructed paved runway.
Located essentially within Palmar Sur, the airport is about 15 minutes by road from Sierpe, the main departure point for boat transfers to Drake Bay and Corcovado National Park. Taxis, shuttles, and rental cars are available.
Despite its small size, the terminal offers a waiting lounge with charging points, restrooms, and car rental coordination, supporting travelers heading to the region's beaches, wetlands, and national parks.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Palmar Sur Airport operates through a single passenger terminal. The terminal handles domestic flights, with Sansa Airlines providing scheduled connections to San José.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Palmar Sur Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Palmar Sur Airport to hotels, the town of Sierpe, boat departure points for Drake Bay, and other destinations across the Osa Peninsula.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport to nearby beaches, nature reserves, business meetings, or scenic routes around southern Costa Rica.
Car Rental
Rent a car at Palmar Sur Airport for independent travel around the Osa Peninsula and onward journeys along Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups traveling between Palmar Sur Airport, hotels, Sierpe, event venues, and other regional destinations.
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