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$169+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to California

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SJO — LAX
feb. 25 — mar. 41
mar. 2/25
mar. 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$239
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$169
(FlightHub)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$364

Good round-trip deal

$387 or less

Good one-way deal

$225 or less
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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 febrero 20, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
lun. 3/1712:50 amSJO - LAX
2 stops23h 10mSpirit Airlines
mar. 3/251:24 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops20h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$227
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/1811:30 amSJO - SAN
2 stops20h 46mSpirit Airlines
mar. 3/258:07 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops13h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$265
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
mié. 3/1911:30 amSJO - OAK
2 stops20h 06mSpirit Airlines
mié. 3/2612:11 pmOAK - SJO
2 stops21h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$266
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/2611:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop24h 45mVolaris El Salvador
mar. 6/311:47 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop11h 35mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 2/20$270
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mié. 3/191:08 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop23h 02mMultiple Airlines
mar. 3/251:24 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops20h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$272
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lun. 3/1711:30 amSJO - BUR
2 stops23h 59mSpirit Airlines
mar. 3/256:13 pmBUR - SJO
2 stops16h 08mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/268:45 amSJO - ONT
1 stop15h 00mUnited Airlines
dom. 6/16:00 amONT - SJO
1 stop24h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$303
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vie. 11/79:30 amSJO - RNO
1 stop16h 18mUnited Airlines
sáb. 11/154:00 pmRNO - SJO
2 stops17h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$311
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jue. 5/156:10 amSJO - LAX
1 stop8h 20mAvianca
dom. 5/181:20 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops9h 15mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$327
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jue. 3/207:25 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 33mDelta
dom. 3/3011:15 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 32mDelta
Deal found 2/19$329
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mié. 3/191:08 pmSJO - OAK
1 stop8h 53mMultiple Airlines
mié. 3/2612:11 pmOAK - SJO
2 stops21h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$330
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mar. 3/117:45 amSJO - LAX
1 stop12h 07mUnited Airlines
mar. 4/156:45 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop14h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$335

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 febrero 20, 2025.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 3/25

12:50 am-8:57 pm

2 stops21h 07m

Los Angeles

mar. 4/1

5:35 am-11:50 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$239

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 3/18

11:30 am-7:16 am

2 stops20h 46m

San Diego

mar. 3/25

8:07 pm-10:25 am

2 stops13h 18m

$265

San JoséOakland

SJO - OAK

SJOOAK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 3/19

11:30 am-6:36 am

2 stops20h 06m

Oakland

mié. 3/26

12:11 pm-10:25 am

2 stops21h 14m

$266

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 5/26

11:15 am-11:00 am

1 stop24h 45m

Los Angeles

mar. 6/3

11:47 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$270

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 3/17

11:15 am-11:10 am

1 stop24h 55m

Los Angeles

mar. 3/25

1:24 pm-10:25 am

2 stops20h 01m

$272

San JoséBurbank

SJO - BUR

SJOBUR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 3/17

11:30 am-10:29 am

2 stops23h 59m

Burbank Bob Hope

mar. 3/25

6:13 pm-11:21 am

2 stops16h 08m

$302

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 5/26

8:45 am-10:45 pm

1 stop15h 00m

Ontario

dom. 6/1

6:00 am-7:15 am

1 stop24h 15m

$303

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 5/15

6:10 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Los Angeles

dom. 5/18

1:20 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$327

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 3/20

7:25 am-12:58 pm

Nonstop6h 33m

Los Angeles

dom. 3/30

11:15 pm-5:47 am

Nonstop5h 32m

$329

San JoséOakland

SJO - OAK

SJOOAK

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 3/19

1:08 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Oakland

mié. 3/26

12:11 pm-10:25 am

2 stops21h 14m

$330

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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 febrero 20, 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 febrero 20, 2025.

The most flights from CR0 to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 febrero 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and Alaska Airlines 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
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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

    The Costa Rica to California flight path was viewed by 7 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 $169. Users have also found prices from $175 and $176 on Volaris El Salvador and Avianca, respectively.

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  • 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 febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$103Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$122Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$133Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$146Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$182Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$193Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$207Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$215Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$243Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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