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$121+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Costa Rica

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LAX — SJO
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Irvine (IR9) to Costa Rica (CR0). 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 November 20, 2024.

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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/2512:24 amLAX - SJO
1 stop11h 33mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/2911:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop25h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$284
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/3010:44 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 41mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 12/811:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop13h 02mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/20$316
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/310:41 amLAX - SJO
2 stops23h 38mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/291:57 amSJO - LAX
2 stops17h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$350
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1010:50 amLAX - LIR
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/157:34 pmLIR - LAX
Nonstop6h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/115:20 pmLAX - LIR
1 stop17h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/188:50 amLIR - LAX
1 stop11h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sat 11/3010:44 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 41mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/68:45 amSJO - LAX
1 stop17h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$361
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2712:54 amLAX - SJO
1 stop11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/93:35 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop20h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$370
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1011:30 pmLAX - LIR
1 stop12h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/143:55 pmLIR - LAX
1 stop18h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$379
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Mon 12/212:24 amLAX - SJO
1 stop11h 33mVolaris
Tue 12/103:32 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop9h 45mVolaris
Deal found 11/20$416
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Sat 11/3010:44 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 41mAir Canada
Sun 12/82:05 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop21h 53mAir Canada
Deal found 11/19$441
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Sun 12/111:15 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 42mDelta
Sat 12/78:30 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/19$456
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Tue 11/1912:58 amLAX - SJO
1 stop28h 37mCopa Airlines
Mon 2/176:06 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop19h 24mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/18$483

Find flights from Irvine to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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LAX - SJO

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Mon 2/3

10:07 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop23h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/10

5:30 am-8:37 pm

1 stop17h 07m

$282

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 2/5

9:20 am-12:59 am

2 stops13h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/11

1:31 pm-12:24 pm

2 stops24h 53m

$283

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

11:47 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop10h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/12

1:06 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$284

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 3/22

12:47 am-10:16 am

1 stop8h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/30

9:51 am-10:56 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$285

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 2/23

12:24 am-1:57 pm

1 stop11h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/3

11:15 am-10:33 am

1 stop25h 18m

$287

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 1/29

1:55 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/5

4:50 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$306

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

10:16 am-5:52 pm

Nonstop5h 36m

Liberia

Fri 2/28

7:02 pm-11:27 pm

Nonstop6h 25m

$354

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

3:00 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop6h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/26

1:26 am-7:00 am

Nonstop6h 34m

$362

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Tue 12/10

12:51 am-5:57 pm

1 stop15h 06m

Liberia

Wed 12/18

8:50 am-8:07 pm

1 stop13h 17m

$376

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

1:21 am-1:12 pm

1 stop9h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/12

4:09 am-10:40 pm

1 stop20h 31m

$379

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Costa Rica

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Travel insights for flights from Irvine to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Irvine to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 IR9 to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 November 20, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from IR9 to CR0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (5 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 November 20, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Volaris, United Airlines and American Airlines from Irvine to Costa Rica have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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5,014 reviews

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8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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7.2

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.8
Good
1,785 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine to Costa Rica. 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 Irvine to Costa Rica flight route?

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

    $128 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Volaris and Avianca, with prices starting from $134 and $139, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Irvine to Costa Rica?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Irvine to Costa Rica on time: KLM (100%), Delta (100%), Alaska Airlines (98%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Costa Rica?

    The cheapest flight price from Irvine to Costa Rica is $164. On average you can expect to pay $1,142. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $186.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Irvine to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 Irvine to Costa Rica

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$106Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$144Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$145Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$157Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$162Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$173Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
VolarisCheapest$201Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$211Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$260Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$286Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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