Is a 1½ hr layover in Nosara Beach long enough?

NOB · Nosara · Nosara Beach, Costa Rica
Probably Enough

Yes, 1½ hours is probably enough for a layover at NOB (Nosara Beach).

No operational reason this wouldn't work smoothly at such a small facility.
Concourses
1
Max Transit
3m
Avg. Security
5m
Primary Hub
Domestic → Domestic
30min
Domestic → International
999min
International → Domestic
999min
International → International
999min
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Nosara has no international flights, so all connections here are domestic-to-domestic with small turboprops.
Arrive with paper or printed tickets since check-in is informal and often handled curbside or in the open-air shed.
Luggage is weight-restricted and hand-carried across the tarmac, so pack light if connecting between two short domestic hops.
There are no shops, lounges, or real waiting areas, so plan your own food and water before arriving.
Flight schedules can shift with weather or demand, so confirm same-day connections directly with Sansa or Aerobell staff on site.
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Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
There is only one small terminal shed and one apron, so all arriving and departing flights use the same space. There is no shuttle, no train, and no security re-screening between flights since there is effectively no separate airside zone.
Is 1½ hours enough for a layover at Nosara (NOB)?

No operational reason this wouldn't work smoothly at such a small facility.

What is the minimum connection time at NOB?

Minimum connection times at Nosara: Domestic-to-Domestic is 30 minutes, International-to-International is 999 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 1½ hours connection at NOB on an international flight?

1½ hours is below the 999-minute international MCT at Nosara. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. There is only one small terminal shed and one apron, so all arriving and departing flights use the same space. There is no shuttle, no train, and no security re-screening between flights since there is effectively no separate airside zone.

How much time do I need for a layover at NOB?

We recommend at least 35 minutes for a comfortable connection at Nosara. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 5 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 3 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at NOB?

If you miss a connection, walk directly to the airline counter (Sansa or Aerobell) in the small terminal, as staff typically rebook on the next available flight the same or following day given limited daily frequencies.

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