Heredia City Car Hire

America Free Zone is located in the Alajuela region, near San José's metropolitan area and Juan Santamaría International Airport approximately 8 km away, roughly 15 minutes. There is 1 rental company here, making it a convenient option for business travelers in the free zone. Heredia center can be reached in approximately 12 km, about 20 minutes.

The free zone is an industrial and commercial area west of Heredia and north of San José, surrounded by highways Route 1 and Route 27. The area is primarily business-oriented but provides quick access to the entire Central Valley road network. Book your car in advance since there is only 1 rental company – availability may be limited during peak season.

Avoid rush hour traffic on Route 1 toward San José between 07:00–09:00 and 17:00–19:00. Parking is straightforward within the free zone but plan your route to downtown carefully via GPS. How close is America Free Zone to San José Airport?

Juan Santamaría International Airport is approximately 8 km to the south, about 15 minutes via Route 1. Can I pick up a car here and return it in Liberia? This depends on the rental company's policy – ask specifically about one-way rentals when booking, as an additional fee may apply.

Are there parking options at the rental location? Yes, America Free Zone has plenty of parking within the enclosed business area.

We compare prices from all major providers at America Free Zone so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.