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$105+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SJO
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated March 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$251
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One-way from

$105
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$725
From Columbus to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/279:33 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop15h 45mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/212:23 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop9h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/30$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 9/76:03 pmCMH - SJO
2 stops17h 22mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/112:20 pmSJO - CMH
2 stops17h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$404
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 6/16:00 amCMH - SJO
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Tue 6/101:25 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop9h 04mDelta
Deal found 3/30$412
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 5/225:25 amCMH - SJO
2 stops15h 34mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/2712:28 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop18h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$418
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 9/118:13 pmCMH - LIR
2 stops17h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/1612:55 pmLIR - CMH
2 stops19h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$476
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/1410:39 amCMH - SJO
1 stop18h 56mAvianca
Sat 6/215:10 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop14h 22mAvianca
Deal found 3/30$491
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 6/116:30 amCMH - SJO
1 stop18h 09mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/215:30 amSJO - CMH
1 stop16h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$498
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/136:30 amCMH - LIR
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/201:20 pmLIR - CMH
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$505
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 7/1810:33 amCMH - SJO
2 stops13h 20mCopa Airlines
Mon 7/286:07 pmSJO - CMH
2 stops13h 46mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/31$614
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 4/18:19 amCMH - LIR
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Wed 4/92:45 pmLIR - CMH
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Deal found 3/30$635
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 4/136:00 amCMH - LIR
2 stops14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/201:20 pmLIR - CMH
3 stops33h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$698
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 11/224:20 pmCMH - LIR
1 stop22h 35mAir Canada
Sun 11/302:55 pmLIR - CMH
1 stop23h 41mAir Canada
Deal found 3/30$1,185

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Sun 4/27

9:33 pm-11:18 am

1 stop15h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/2

12:23 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$251

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Sun 9/7

6:03 pm-9:25 am

2 stops17h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/11

2:20 pm-9:55 am

2 stops17h 35m

$404

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Sun 6/1

6:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/10

1:25 pm-12:29 am

1 stop9h 04m

$412

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Thu 5/22

5:25 am-6:59 pm

2 stops15h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/27

12:28 pm-8:50 am

1 stop18h 22m

$418

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Thu 9/11

8:13 pm-11:15 am

2 stops17h 02m

Liberia

Tue 9/16

12:55 pm-10:35 am

2 stops19h 40m

$476

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Sat 6/14

10:39 am-3:35 am

1 stop18h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/21

5:10 pm-9:32 am

1 stop14h 22m

$491

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Wed 6/11

6:30 am-10:39 pm

1 stop18h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/21

5:30 am-11:59 pm

1 stop16h 29m

$498

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Tue 5/13

6:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Liberia

Tue 5/20

1:20 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$505

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 7/18

10:33 am-9:53 pm

2 stops13h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/28

6:07 pm-9:53 am

2 stops13h 46m

$614

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Sun 4/13

6:00 am-6:30 pm

2 stops14h 30m

Liberia

Sun 4/20

1:20 pm-12:59 am

3 stops33h 39m

$698

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 3/30

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 March 31, 2025.

When flying from Columbus Airport 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 March 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Copa Airlines from Columbus 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica are Spirit Airlines ($105), American Airlines ($181), and United Airlines ($216).

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Costa Rica?

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$265Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$301Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$311Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$353Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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