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$92+ Cheap flights from El Salvador 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 3/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — SJO
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from El Salvador to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for El Salvador to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated February 22, 2025.

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$173
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$92
(OneTravel)

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$196 or less

Good one-way deal

$104 or less
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Cheapest flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from El Salvador to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 4/289:00 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Fri 5/911:15 amSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 2/21$173
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/27:05 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/54:17 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$201
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/78:30 amSAL - SJO
1 stop4h 26mCopa Airlines
Mon 3/104:09 amSJO - SAL
1 stop5h 05mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$207
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/810:05 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Sun 3/910:15 amSJO - SAL
1 stop10h 44mAvianca
Deal found 2/21$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/75:01 amSAL - LIR
2 stops8h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/106:40 amLIR - SAL
1 stop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$641
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 4/252:00 amSAL - LIR
1 stop12h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/303:25 pmLIR - SAL
1 stop28h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$1,589

Find flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from El Salvador 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 February 22, 2025.

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Price

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Mon 4/28

9:00 am-10:14 am

Nonstop1h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/9

11:15 am-12:34 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$173

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 3/7

8:30 am-12:56 pm

1 stop4h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/10

4:09 am-9:14 am

1 stop5h 05m

$207

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 5/16

6:52 am-12:03 am

1 stop17h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/30

11:15 am-12:34 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$236

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 3/8

10:05 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/9

10:15 am-8:59 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$294

San SalvadorLiberia

SAL - LIR

SALLIR

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 3/7

5:01 am-1:10 pm

2 stops8h 09m

Liberia

Mon 3/10

6:40 am-10:50 am

1 stop4h 10m

$641

San SalvadorLiberia

SAL - LIR

SALLIR

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 4/25

2:00 am-2:52 pm

1 stop12h 52m

Liberia

Wed 4/30

3:25 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop28h 52m

$1,589

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 3/28

9:00 am-10:14 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$92

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 3/28

6:52 am-12:03 am

1 stop17h 11m

$100

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 3/2

8:30 am-1:11 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$121

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sat 5/3

10:25 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$169

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Best time to book a flight from El Salvador to Costa Rica

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Travel insights for flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from El Salvador 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 22, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from El Salvador to Costa Rica in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from El Salvador to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from El Salvador to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on June 23, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their El Salvador to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from El Salvador to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from El Salvador 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 February 22, 2025.

The most flights from SV0 to CR0 are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, 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 February 22, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from El Salvador to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,502 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,502 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,502 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,754 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,502 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,502 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Avianca
6.8
Okay
2,425 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,502 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,012 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,502 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.6

Food

6.9

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Jan 2025

PTY - ORD

Our first flight was good. The return flight is a different story. I picked and paid for seat 11D and then checked in with that same seat assignment. When I boarded the plain I somehow had lost that seat and was stuck in a middle seat that I was not happy with for a 5 hour flight. The food was terrible - I could not even eat the chicken and "cheese" sandwich it was so bad. The difference in the two flights was amazing - the one from the Chicago to Panama City was great - seating and food. The return flight was very different.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Volaris El Salvador, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $92. Copa Airlines flights start at $121 while deals on Avianca start at $169 one-way.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from El Salvador 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 El Salvador to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Salvador to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from El Salvador 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 4 airlines flying from El Salvador to Costa Rica

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from El Salvador 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 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$128Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$132Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$158Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$190Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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