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$144+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to California

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SJO — LAX
Jan 8 — Jan 151
Wed 1/8
Wed 1/15
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Costa Rica (CR0) to California (USCA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 3, 2025.

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$256
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$144
(FlightHub)
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 3, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/41:57 amSJO - LAX
2 stops13h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sun 2/911:20 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops23h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/2$256
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Wed 2/51:46 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop22h 47mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 2/911:47 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop8h 30mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/2$260
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Thu 3/135:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop16h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/1612:47 amLAX - SJO
1 stop8h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1$266
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Sun 9/79:51 amSJO - OAK
1 stop11h 57mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 9/1410:50 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop9h 02mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/2$290
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Thu 5/12:41 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop7h 30mVolaris Costa Rica
Mon 5/511:06 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop23h 02mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/2$291
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Tue 2/41:57 amSJO - BUR
2 stops18h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sun 2/97:22 pmBUR - SJO
2 stops15h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/2$292
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Mon 1/271:57 amSJO - SMF
2 stops20h 08mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/54:41 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops16h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/3$299
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Sat 9/203:32 pmSJO - OAK
1 stop21h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/510:50 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop9h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2$303
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Thu 1/301:57 amSJO - SAN
2 stops16h 09mSpirit Airlines
Sun 2/95:01 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops17h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/2$321
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Tue 2/46:00 amSJO - SMF
2 stops14h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/312:18 amSMF - SJO
1 stop11h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/3$327
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Sat 2/112:25 pmSJO - LAS
1 stop10h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sat 2/812:31 pmLAS - SJO
1 stop10h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/2$327
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Wed 1/296:30 amSJO - ONT
2 stops29h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/26:00 amONT - SJO
1 stop12h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/1$330

Find flights from Costa Rica to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 3, 2025.

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San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/4

1:57 am-1:13 pm

2 stops13h 16m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/9

11:20 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops11h 06m

$256

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/5

1:46 pm-10:33 am

1 stop22h 47m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/9

11:47 pm-10:17 am

1 stop8h 30m

$260

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/13

5:30 am-9:12 pm

1 stop16h 42m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/16

12:47 am-10:16 am

1 stop8h 29m

$266

San JoséBurbank

SJO - BUR

SJOBUR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/4

1:57 am-6:27 pm

2 stops18h 30m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sun 2/9

7:22 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops15h 04m

$292

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/13

5:30 am-9:12 pm

1 stop16h 42m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/17

11:07 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop23h 01m

$296

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/27

1:57 am-8:05 pm

2 stops20h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/5

4:41 pm-11:18 am

2 stops16h 37m

$299

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/30

1:57 am-4:06 pm

2 stops16h 09m

San Diego

Sun 2/9

5:01 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops17h 25m

$321

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/4

6:00 am-6:56 pm

2 stops14h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/3

12:18 am-1:47 pm

1 stop11h 29m

$327

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/29

6:30 am-9:51 am

2 stops29h 21m

Ontario

Sun 2/2

6:00 am-8:39 pm

1 stop12h 39m

$330

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/4

3:32 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop10h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 3/7

1:07 am-11:12 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$334

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to California

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Travel insights for flights from Costa Rica to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Costa Rica to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to California (average of $246). Flying from Costa Rica to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CR to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 3, 2025.

When flying from Costa Rica to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 3, 2025.

The most flights from CR0 to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated January 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, Volaris El Salvador and Volaris Costa Rica from Costa Rica to California. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,694 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,694 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,694 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,536 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,694 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,602 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,694 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,340 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,694 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Costa Rica to California flight route?

    The Costa Rica to California flight path was viewed by 14 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Costa Rica to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $144. Users have also found prices from $167 and $203 on American Airlines and Copa Airlines, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Costa Rica to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Costa Rica to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to California (average of $246). Flying from Costa Rica to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Costa Rica to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$101Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$122Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$134Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$146Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$161Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$193Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$206Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$211Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$254Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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