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$140+ Cheap flights from Mexico City (MEX) 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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Mexico City to Costa Rica

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$221
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$140
(OneTravel)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$262

Good round-trip deal

$240 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Cheapest flights from Mexico City to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico City to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/210:55 amMEX - SJO
Nonstop3h 02mVolaris Costa Rica
Sun 5/182:48 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop2h 57mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 2/19$221
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.
Fri 2/285:00 amMEX - SJO
1 stop9h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/32:43 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop3h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$259
This Aeromexico 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/68:40 amMEX - SJO
Nonstop3h 08mAeromexico
Sun 6/157:46 amSJO - MEX
Nonstop3h 24mAeromexico
Deal found 2/20$267
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/181:20 amMEX - SJO
1 stop6h 14mCopa Airlines
Thu 3/276:06 pmSJO - MEX
1 stop6h 09mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/20$271
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Thu 3/1312:55 pmMEX - SJO
Nonstop2h 55mAvianca
Sun 3/1612:20 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop3h 05mAvianca
Deal found 2/20$287

Find flights from Mexico City to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Mexico City 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 20, 2025.

Fly from

Mexico City

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 5/2

10:55 am-1:57 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/18

2:48 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 57m

$221

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 2/28

5:00 am-2:19 pm

1 stop9h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/3

2:43 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$259

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 4/9

8:30 pm-11:39 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/23

8:06 am-11:20 am

Nonstop3h 14m

$268

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/18

1:20 am-7:34 am

1 stop6h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/27

6:06 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 09m

$271

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 3/13

12:55 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/16

12:20 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$287

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 3/12

11:15 pm-1:24 pm

1 stop14h 09m

$140

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/18

7:00 pm-11:17 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$148

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 4/7

4:55 am-2:05 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$149

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 2/28

11:15 pm-11:25 am

1 stop12h 10m

$180

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 3/4

2:00 am-8:07 am

1 stop6h 07m

$277

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Best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica

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Travel insights for flights from Mexico City to Costa Rica

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Mexico City 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Mexico City to Costa Rica at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Mexico City to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Mexico City to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Mexico City to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Mexico City to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from Mexico City 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 20, 2025.

The most flights from MEX to CR0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, Aeromexico and United Airlines from Mexico City to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.9

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
1,510 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.9

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.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,771 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.9

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
8,766 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.9

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
1,510 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.9

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Costa Rica?

    For a flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Benito Juarez. Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) is just 5.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this Mexico City to Costa Rica flight route?

    The Mexico City Benito Juarez to Costa Rica flight path was viewed by 3 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 Mexico City to Costa Rica one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $148 on Volaris Costa Rica. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $149 and Volaris from $180 one-way.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Mexico City to Costa Rica are Avianca (95%), Avianca Costa Rica (95%) and Air France (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Costa Rica?

    On average you can expect to pay $329 for a flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica. The cheapest flight overall is $139 while the most popular route, (Mexico City Benito Juarez - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $227.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Mexico City 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 5 airlines flying from Mexico City to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Mexico City 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
VolarisCheapest$96Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$116Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$180Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$182Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AeromexicoCheapest$193Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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