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$123+ Cheap flights from California to Costa Rica

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated April 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$235
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$123
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$446

Good round-trip deal

$412 or less

Good one-way deal

$180 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/612:37 amLAX - SJO
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/125:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop16h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$235
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/311:49 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop9h 25mVolaris El Salvador
Fri 5/911:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop24h 45mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/31$239
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2910:50 pmOAK - SJO
1 stop20h 29mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/54:13 pmSJO - OAK
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$263
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/3111:30 amSJC - SJO
1 stop11h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/124:13 pmSJO - SJC
1 stop18h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$270
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Mon 4/285:30 amLAX - SJO
2 stops17h 20mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/612:23 pmSJO - LAX
2 stops23h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$288
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/121:09 amONT - SJO
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/173:31 pmSJO - ONT
1 stop8h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$290
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/96:25 pmSJC - SJO
1 stop10h 35mDelta
Sat 5/247:25 amSJO - SJC
1 stop11h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/1$313
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/289:21 pmBUR - SJO
2 stops12h 57mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/512:23 pmSJO - BUR
2 stops24h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$327
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/3011:07 amSJC - SJO
2 stops11h 43mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/711:32 amSJO - SJC
2 stops26h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/177:28 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops14h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/712:50 pmSJO - SJC
2 stops22h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$340
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/295:15 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 37mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/281:06 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31$353
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/286:29 pmOAK - SJO
2 stops15h 49mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/512:23 pmSJO - OAK
2 stops21h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/30$353

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Costa Rica 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 April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 8/6

12:37 am-1:57 pm

1 stop12h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/12

5:30 am-9:14 pm

1 stop16h 44m

$235

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 5/3

11:49 pm-10:14 am

1 stop9h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/9

11:15 am-11:00 am

1 stop24h 45m

$239

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Sun 8/31

11:30 am-11:52 pm

1 stop11h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/12

4:13 pm-9:50 am

1 stop18h 37m

$270

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 4/28

5:30 am-11:50 pm

2 stops17h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/6

12:23 pm-10:37 am

2 stops23h 14m

$288

OntarioSan José

ONT - SJO

ONTSJO

Ontario

Mon 5/12

1:09 am-11:14 pm

1 stop21h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/17

3:31 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$290

OaklandSan José

OAK - SJO

OAKSJO

Oakland

Mon 6/2

10:10 pm-1:57 pm

1 stop14h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/10

5:30 am-8:24 pm

2 stops15h 54m

$296

BurbankSan José

BUR - SJO

BURSJO

Burbank Bob Hope

Mon 4/28

9:21 pm-11:18 am

2 stops12h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

12:23 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$327

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Wed 4/30

11:07 am-11:50 pm

2 stops11h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/7

11:32 am-12:33 pm

2 stops26h 01m

$330

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Sun 8/17

7:28 pm-11:15 am

2 stops14h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/7

12:50 pm-9:52 am

2 stops22h 02m

$340

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Thu 5/29

6:15 am-11:46 pm

1 stop16h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/4

1:06 am-9:49 am

1 stop9h 43m

$346

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Best time to book a flight from California to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Costa Rica

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from California to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 CA to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Costa Rica as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from California to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Costa Rica. 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 April 1, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to CR0 are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated April 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Costa Rica, such as Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,277 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    The California to Costa Rica flight path was viewed by 44 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 California to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $123. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from California to Costa Rica for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Costa Rica 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 California to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from California to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 California to Costa Rica

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Costa Rica. 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 April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$112Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$144Average$673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$169Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$182Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$185Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$240Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$252Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$331Average$645FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$337Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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