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$139+ Cheap flights from Louisville (SDF) 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 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — SJO
Nov 9 — Nov 161
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Cheapest flights from Louisville to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Thu 12/55:33 amSDF - SJO
1 stop16h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/107:00 amSJO - SDF
1 stop15h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$411
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/75:45 pmSDF - SJO
1 stop20h 11mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/206:30 amSJO - SDF
2 stops14h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$417
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/116:13 pmSDF - SJO
1 stop7h 48mSpirit Airlines
Sun 11/171:31 pmSJO - SDF
1 stop26h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$460
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Thu 12/510:09 amSDF - SJO
2 stops22h 30mCopa Airlines
Mon 12/94:08 amSJO - SDF
2 stops14h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/3$609
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Thu 11/218:23 pmSDF - LIR
2 stops18h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/261:50 pmLIR - SDF
1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$782
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Mon 12/236:44 pmSDF - SJO
3 stops41h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/292:42 pmSJO - SDF
2 stops26h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$942
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/33:20 pmSDF - LIR
1 stop25h 48mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/108:50 amLIR - SDF
1 stop12h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$964
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/35:55 pmSDF - LIR
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/103:30 pmLIR - SDF
2 stops20h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$2,451

Find flights from Louisville to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Thu 2/6

10:56 am-11:09 pm

1 stop13h 13m

$139

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Mon 12/9

9:53 pm-12:19 pm

1 stop15h 26m

$147

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Mon 12/9

5:28 pm-12:53 am

1 stop8h 25m

$153

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Sat 12/7

5:45 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop20h 11m

$196

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Wed 12/11

11:10 am-7:39 am

2 stops21h 29m

$279

LouisvilleLiberia

SDF - LIR

SDFLIR

Louisville Intl

Sun 12/8

6:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$381

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Thu 2/6

10:56 am-11:09 pm

1 stop13h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/11

3:14 pm-12:19 am

1 stop8h 05m

$316

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Thu 2/6

7:20 pm-12:59 am

1 stop6h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/9

1:57 am-6:25 pm

1 stop15h 28m

$377

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Mon 1/20

5:34 pm-12:59 am

1 stop8h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/26

1:57 am-6:25 pm

1 stop15h 28m

$395

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Sat 12/7

5:45 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop20h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/20

6:30 am-10:16 pm

2 stops14h 46m

$417

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Travel insights for flights from Louisville to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Louisville to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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 SDF to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 4, 2024.

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

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 4, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines from Louisville to Costa Rica have to say. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,869 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,226 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,829 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,187 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Louisville 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 Louisville to Costa Rica?

    For a flight from Louisville to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Louisville Intl. Louisville Intl (SDF) is just 5.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • Can I find flights from Louisville to Costa Rica for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Louisville to Costa Rica for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $316, but on average you can expect to pay $674.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Louisville to Costa Rica for under $500?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Louisville to Costa Rica within the next 7 days for less than $500.

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

    $139 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $147 and $196, respectively.

  • What does SDF to SJO mean?

    SDF and SJO are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SDF to SJO refers to a flight route from Louisville Intl Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Liberia Airport (LIR), Limon Airport (LIO), San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport (SYQ), Tamarindo Airport (TNO), Tortuquero Airport (TTQ).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Louisville to Costa Rica that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Louisville to Costa Rica flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Louisville to Costa Rica with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Louisville to Costa Rica flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Louisville 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Louisville to Costa Rica that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Louisville to Costa Rica offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Louisville to Costa Rica?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Louisville to Costa Rica flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Louisville to Costa Rica flight deals updated?

    The Louisville to Costa Rica flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/3.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Louisville to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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 Louisville to Costa Rica

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Louisville 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$237Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$291Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$294Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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