Not every itinerary fits a commercial timetable. Charter flights with Costa Rica Green Airways (CRGA) unlock secluded beaches, volcano lodges and conservation sites far from the main domestic airports—on the exact day and at the exact hour you need. Whether you’re surfing two coasts in a single weekend, relocating film gear to a remote set, or whisking wedding guests straight to a private villa, a charter puts the calendar in your hands.
Why Choose a Charter Flight?
Scheduled services excel at predictable point‑to‑point trips; charters shine when life, weather or business turns unpredictable. When you charter, the aircraft waits for you—not the other way around. Want to leave San José at dawn, land on our exclusive Cóbano strip for sunrise surf at Santa Teresa, and hop to Drake Bay after lunch? Done. Prefer to depart from Liberia after clearing customs and head directly to Nosara? Also possible. CRGA’s dispatch team maps fuel stops, runway lengths and weather windows so you can focus on the adventure ahead.
Charter vs. Scheduled—Key Differences
- Set your own departure time and routing, including multi‑stop itineraries.
- Check‑in in as little as 20 minutes before wheels‑up.
- Load surfboards, pets, drones or medical equipment without standard cabin limits.
- Land at remote airstrips such as Cóbano, Manzanillo, Samara or private ranch runways unavailable on fixed schedules.
The CRGA Charter Fleet
Our charter catalogue spans five aircraft types, allowing us to match payload, runway length and budget to your mission.
| Aircraft | Seats | Specialty |
|---|---|---|
| Cessna Grand Caravan EX | Up to 14 | Versatile workhorse; large cargo door for bikes & surfboards |
| Daher Kodiak 100 | 9 | STOL legend for grass or gravel runways |
| Britten‑Norman Islander | 9 | Twin‑engine confidence over open water |
| Piper Seneca V | 5 | Pressurised comfort for executive hops & aerial photography |
| King Air F90 | 7 | Fast, pressurised twin for longer cross‑country legs |
Cabins convert from commuter seating to cargo in under thirty minutes, letting filmmakers haul RED cameras one day and conservation teams move rescue crates the next. For tech enthusiasts, every aircraft features Garmin or Collins glass cockpits and IFR capability—ideal for Costa Rica’s rapidly changing coastal weather.
Safety first: All charter types operate under the same ARGUS Gold–audited safety management system and in‑house maintenance programme detailed on The Experience page.
Popular Charter Use‑Cases
Surf Safari Double‑Coast
Dawn patrol at Avellanas, lunchtime barrels at Santa Teresa, sunset ceviche in Nosara—no ferry queues, no six‑hour drives.
Conservation & Wildlife Rescue
Our crews fly injured sloths, toucans and monkeys free‑of‑charge to Rescue Center Costa Rica and transport Waterkeepers scientists for water‑sampling missions in Nicoya.
Wedding & Retreat Transfers
Land guests beside Nantipa, Blue Mist or a private yoga retreat in Nosara, skipping lengthy shuttles and maximizing ceremony time.
Corporate & Site Visits
Investors can tour a Guanacaste solar farm, inspect a Puntarenas aquaculture project and be back in San José for dinner—impossible by car.
How Charter Pricing Works
Costs depend on flight time, aircraft type, landing fees and wait time. Our reservations team produces a guaranteed quote that includes crew, fuel, basic catering and Green Fee. For groups, per‑person pricing often rivals commercial tickets once you factor in ground transfers, lodging and time saved.
Booking Your Charter in Three Steps
- Plan & Quote – Email customer@costaricagreenair.com or call +506 4000‑2030 with dates, passenger count and gear list.
- Confirm & Customise – Select departure windows, in‑flight refreshments, and optional ground transfers.
- Fly & Enjoy – Arrive 20 minutes before wheels‑up; our crew handles luggage while you sip locally roasted coffee.
Full details live on our Charter Page.
Sustainability: Your Charter, Their Future
Every charter hour includes the same mandatory Green Fee as our commercial tickets. That contribution:
- Funds wildlife air‑ambulance flights to Rescue Center CR and supports rehabilitation.
- Provides supplies and field‑trip flights for Manzanillo Beach public schools.
- Underwrites Waterkeepers river‑health monitoring and watershed restoration in Santa Teresa.
- Grants aviation wishes to children facing cancer through Fundación Sumando Sonrisas.
- Fuels country‑wide beach and urban clean‑ups with Operation Rich Coast.
Because our turboprops burn up to 25 % less fuel per seat than light jets, flights begin with a smaller carbon footprint. Passengers keen to double down can add an optional top‑up at checkout to direct extra funds toward the cause they love most.
Tips for First‑Time Charter Flyers
- Submit passenger names at least 24 hours ahead for streamlined flight plans.
- Pack soft‑sided duffels—easier to load in small baggage holds.
- Surfboards must be padded and no longer than 7 ft 6 in / 2.3 m (Kodiak and Caravan).
- Pets ≤ 8 kg travel in the cabin; larger pets ride in a ventilated baggage bay.
- Bring sunscreen—no jet bridge means instant tropical sunshine when you walk to the plane.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we combine multiple destinations on one charter?
Absolutely. Multi‑leg itineraries cost only the incremental flight time and minimal landing fees.
What if weather changes?
Our dispatch team tracks real‑time radar and can adjust routing, departure time or alternate strips with no change penalties.
Is Wi‑Fi available?
Inflight satellite connectivity trials begin later this year on one Grand Caravan EX. All destination terminals currently provide free Wi‑Fi.
Ready to Own the Schedule?
Swap rigid timetables for pura vida on your own clock. Request a charter quote at costaricagreenair.com/en/charter or email customercare@costaricagreenair.com—your custom Costa Rica adventure is a phone call away.