Juan Santamarνa (SJO) is 17km northwest of the city. Coaches depart every 20 minutes; return pickups stop at various hotels. Buses depart to the city every 15 minutes; return is from Alajuela Station 14th Street, 1/3 Avenue, every 20 minutes (travel time – 35 minutes). Some hotels have shuttle services to the airport. Taxis are also available to the city. The airport in Liberia has been upgraded and may be used for some international flights.