Flying from Tulsa International Airport (TUL) to Liberia Airport (LIR): what you need to know
Tulsa and Liberia follow the same timezone, UTC-6.
Your TUL to LIR flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Handy information about Tulsa International Airport (TUL)
You'll find TUL at 7777 E. Apache.
Tulsa International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from TUL arrive at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Tulsa International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Tulsa. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near TUL? If you're catching an early flight from Tulsa International Airport to Liberia Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Liberia Airport (LIR)
Book a hotel close to LIR if you're catching a late Tulsa International Airport to Liberia Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Liberia Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or NU Car Rentals and explore beyond Liberia's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Liberia Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Liberia Airport (LIR) to central Liberia
Liberia Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Liberia. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Liberia Airport (LIR)
The quietest month for a flight from Tulsa International Airport to Liberia Airport is September, while April is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Liberia based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Tulsa International Airport to Liberia Airport for April if you'd like to go to Liberia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TUL to LIR in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Costa Rica
San Jose is just one of the many places in Costa Rica waiting to be explored after you've experienced Liberia. Around 161 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including National Park (Parque Nacional), Central Park (Parque Central) and Precolumbian Gold Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another side of Costa Rica, head for Limon, about 274 kilometres east of Liberia. Veragua Rainforest Park, Playa Bonita and Playa Los Baños are highlights.