Costa Rica

$161+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to Costa Rica

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LAX — SJO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Riverside to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$230
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$161
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$403
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Riverside to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Riverside to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($99 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

Find flight deals from Riverside to Costa Rica

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

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/1011:49 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop9h 25mVolaris El Salvador
Sun 5/2511:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop11h 59mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 2/20$230
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/261:24 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops20h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/13:31 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop16h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$233
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1311:00 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops12h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2012:23 pmSJO - LAX
2 stops13h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$261
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/911:15 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 32mDelta
Thu 3/207:25 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 33mDelta
Deal found 2/20$315
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/132:50 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 25mAvianca
Thu 9/257:45 pmSJO - LAX
2 stops17h 15mAvianca
Deal found 2/19$327
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/26:00 amLAX - SJO
1 stop15h 19mAmerican Airlines
Thu 3/612:59 amSJO - LAX
1 stop9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 2/2212:50 amLAX - SJO
1 stop15h 26mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/265:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop9h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/18$369
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Mon 3/179:30 pmLAX - LIR
1 stop14h 41mBritish Airways
Tue 3/2512:13 pmLIR - LAX
1 stop21h 37mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/18$436
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/2911:56 pmLAX - LIR
Nonstop5h 40mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/96:06 pmLIR - LAX
Nonstop6h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$438
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2112:59 amLAX - LIR
1 stop10h 55mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/273:45 pmLIR - LAX
1 stop11h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$439
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/1912:56 amLAX - LIR
1 stop10h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/244:00 pmLIR - LAX
Nonstop5h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$443
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/78:00 pmLAX - LIR
2 stops16h 10mSouthwest
Wed 4/162:05 pmLIR - LAX
1 stop10h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$458

Find flights from Riverside to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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.

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Riverside

Fly to

Costa Rica

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Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

11:49 pm-10:14 am

1 stop9h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/25

11:15 am-10:14 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$230

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 3/26

1:24 pm-10:25 am

2 stops20h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/1

3:31 pm-7:19 am

1 stop16h 48m

$233

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

11:00 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops12h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/20

12:23 pm-12:25 am

2 stops13h 02m

$261

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 3/9

11:55 pm-8:40 am

1 stop7h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/13

8:30 pm-11:40 am

2 stops16h 10m

$309

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 3/9

11:15 pm-5:47 am

Nonstop5h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/20

7:25 am-12:58 pm

Nonstop6h 33m

$315

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 3/2

6:00 am-11:19 pm

1 stop15h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/6

12:59 am-8:48 am

1 stop9h 49m

$330

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Mon 3/17

9:30 pm-1:11 pm

1 stop14h 41m

Liberia

Tue 3/25

12:13 pm-8:50 am

1 stop21h 37m

$436

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Sat 3/29

11:56 pm-6:36 am

Nonstop5h 40m

Liberia

Wed 4/9

6:06 pm-11:22 pm

Nonstop6h 16m

$438

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Sun 3/2

12:59 am-2:15 pm

1 stop11h 16m

Liberia

Mon 3/10

2:11 pm-12:46 am

1 stop11h 35m

$439

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Mon 5/19

12:56 am-12:10 pm

1 stop10h 14m

Liberia

Sat 5/24

4:00 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop5h 56m

$443

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Costa Rica

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Travel insights for flights from Riverside to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Riverside 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 R1V to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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.

When flying from Riverside 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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Riverside to Costa Rica?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Riverside to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from Riverside 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 R1V to CR0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and Alaska Airlines from Riverside to Costa Rica. 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.

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Arlene,May 2024

SAN - OAK

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

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  • How popular is this Riverside to Costa Rica flight route?

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Riverside to Costa Rica are Avianca ($163), American Airlines ($164), and Spirit Airlines ($165).

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Riverside to Costa Rica are United Airlines (83%), KLM (77%) and Delta (77%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Riverside to Costa Rica? While on average our users pay $1,169, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $175. The most popular route (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $208.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Riverside 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 10 airlines flying from Riverside to Costa Rica

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$109Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$116Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$116Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$144Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$169Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$174Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$184Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$246Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$254Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$346Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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