XQP → SJO

Talamanca Mountains

Breathtaking views of Costa Rica's highest mountain range, often draped in mist and dense cloud forest.

Cerro Turrubares

A prominent peak standing as a gateway between the coastal heat and the temperate Central Valley.

Greater Metropolitan Area

A panoramic view of the San José urban sprawl, highlighting the contrast between city life and the surrounding green mountains.

Highland Coffee Farms

Intricate patterns of coffee plantations carved into the steep hillsides of the Heredia and San José provinces.

Manuel Antonio Coastline

Immediate views of the turquoise waters and white sand beaches of the national park right after takeoff.

Nicoya Peninsula

On very clear days, the distant silhouette of the Nicoya Peninsula can be seen across the Gulf of Nicoya to the northwest.

Poás Volcano

The massive crater and rising steam of Poás Volcano are often visible to the north as the plane enters the Central Valley.

Orotina Plains

Lush agricultural flatlands that transition into the steep volcanic foothills of the interior.