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$229+ Cheap flights from Dayton (DAY) to Costa Rica

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DAY — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Tue 3/4
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Round-trip from

$500
(Delta)

One-way from

$229
(Avianca)

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October

Average price

$692
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Cheapest flights from Dayton to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dayton to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/16:00 amDAY - LIR
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Tue 4/81:06 pmLIR - DAY
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Deal found 2/20$500
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 3/186:56 pmDAY - LIR
2 stops18h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/12:11 pmLIR - DAY
2 stops17h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$541
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/53:09 pmDAY - SJO
1 stop8h 03mDelta
Wed 3/197:00 amSJO - DAY
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Deal found 2/20$590
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 3/186:00 amDAY - LIR
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/23:25 pmLIR - DAY
2 stops17h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$613
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Mon 3/177:21 amDAY - SJO
2 stops13h 18mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/2411:59 pmSJO - DAY
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/18$613
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Mon 6/95:50 pmDAY - SJO
2 stops18h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/205:30 amSJO - DAY
2 stops27h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/18$634
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/52:53 pmDAY - SJO
2 stops18h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/127:45 pmSJO - DAY
2 stops12h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$660
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/510:10 amDAY - SJO
2 stops14h 10mAvianca
Tue 3/182:15 amSJO - DAY
2 stops14h 52mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$902
This AranGrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 AranGrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/310:26 amDAY - SJO
2 stops13h 27mCopa Airlines
Mon 12/154:13 amSJO - DAY
2 stops13h 28mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/19$3,708
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/612:00 pmDAY - LIR
2 stops20h 04mWestJet
Sat 12/132:55 pmLIR - DAY
2 stops25h 56mWestJet
Deal found 2/19$3,718

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Dayton

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DaytonLiberia

DAY - LIR

DAYLIR

Dayton

Tue 4/1

6:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop7h 41m

Liberia

Tue 4/8

1:06 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$500

DaytonLiberia

DAY - LIR

DAYLIR

Dayton

Tue 3/18

6:56 pm-11:13 am

2 stops18h 17m

Liberia

Tue 4/1

2:11 pm-9:15 am

2 stops17h 04m

$541

DaytonSan José

DAY - SJO

DAYSJO

Dayton

Wed 3/5

3:09 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop8h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/19

7:00 am-6:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$590

DaytonLiberia

DAY - LIR

DAYLIR

Dayton

Tue 3/18

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 55m

Liberia

Wed 4/2

3:25 pm-11:05 am

2 stops17h 40m

$613

DaytonSan José

DAY - SJO

DAYSJO

Dayton

Mon 3/17

7:21 am-6:39 pm

2 stops13h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/24

11:59 pm-11:33 am

1 stop9h 34m

$613

DaytonSan José

DAY - SJO

DAYSJO

Dayton

Sat 4/5

2:53 pm-7:40 am

2 stops18h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/12

7:45 pm-9:52 am

2 stops12h 07m

$660

DaytonSan José

DAY - SJO

DAYSJO

Dayton

Sun 4/13

6:02 pm-10:11 am

2 stops18h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/18

7:55 am-1:19 pm

2 stops27h 24m

$724

DaytonSan José

DAY - SJO

DAYSJO

Dayton

Wed 3/5

10:10 am-11:20 pm

2 stops14h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/18

2:15 am-7:07 pm

2 stops14h 52m

$902

DaytonSan José

DAY - SJO

DAYSJO

Dayton

Mon 3/31

7:39 pm-7:40 am

2 stops14h 01m

$229

DaytonSan José

DAY - SJO

DAYSJO

Dayton

Mon 3/31

6:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop7h 56m

$231

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Deals found on 2/19

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Travel insights for flights from Dayton to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Dayton 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 DAY to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Dayton 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 February 20, 2025.

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

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 February 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Dayton to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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
8,219 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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.

Avianca
6.8
Okay
2,435 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

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

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Dayton to Costa Rica?

    For a flight from Dayton to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Dayton. Dayton (DAY) is just 10.0 mi from the center of the city.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Dayton 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 2 airlines flying from Dayton to Costa Rica

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Dayton 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$461Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$476Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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