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$191+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Costa Rica

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SFO — SJO
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Costa Rica

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Salinas (S9N) 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 21, 2024.

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This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/33:18 pmSFO - SJO
2 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/61:49 amSJO - SFO
3 stops37h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$452
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/1512:25 amSFO - LIR
1 stop10h 31mDelta
Mon 12/232:19 pmLIR - SFO
1 stop11h 36mDelta
Deal found 11/21$493
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2412:33 amSFO - SJO
1 stop29h 02mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/45:20 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop26h 08mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/20$497
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 12/136:05 pmSFO - LIR
1 stop18h 31mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/206:18 pmLIR - SFO
1 stop17h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$504
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/711:44 amSFO - SJO
1 stop10h 46mJetBlue
Mon 12/161:12 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop13h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 11/20$509
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Sat 12/71:20 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop8h 00mAvianca
Sat 12/149:35 amSJO - SFO
1 stop15h 30mAvianca
Deal found 11/20$514
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Mon 12/911:59 pmSFO - LIR
1 stop12h 11mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/133:10 pmLIR - SFO
1 stop20h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$524
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/126:00 amSFO - LIR
1 stop10h 24mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/167:34 pmLIR - SFO
1 stop18h 06mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$525
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 11/286:00 amSFO - SJO
1 stop10h 25mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/41:24 amSJO - SFO
1 stop14h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/21$621
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/87:25 amSFO - SJO
2 stops11h 15mSouthwest
Fri 12/139:55 amSJO - SFO
2 stops15h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$647
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Fri 12/132:40 pmSFO - LIR
2 stops19h 55mSouthwest
Sun 12/223:00 pmLIR - SFO
2 stops18h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 11/21$648
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Fri 12/136:05 pmSFO - LIR
1 stop18h 31mSun Country Air
Tue 12/243:45 pmLIR - SFO
1 stop21h 01mSun Country Air
Deal found 11/21$670

Find flights from Salinas to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

9:44 pm-11:59 am

1 stop12h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/11

1:04 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$448

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 12/3

3:18 pm-12:53 am

2 stops31h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/6

1:49 am-12:50 pm

3 stops37h 01m

$452

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

7:13 pm-7:35 am

1 stop10h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/27

4:09 am-5:33 pm

1 stop15h 24m

$460

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Sat 3/1

6:59 pm-5:52 pm

2 stops20h 53m

Liberia

Sat 3/8

7:02 pm-6:25 am

1 stop13h 23m

$475

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Sun 12/15

12:25 am-12:56 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Liberia

Mon 12/23

2:19 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$493

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

4:18 pm-2:34 pm

2 stops20h 16m

Liberia

Wed 1/29

2:59 pm-9:27 am

1 stop20h 28m

$496

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 1/21

1:35 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/31

5:05 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$498

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Fri 12/13

6:05 pm-2:36 pm

1 stop18h 31m

Liberia

Fri 12/20

6:18 pm-9:51 am

1 stop17h 33m

$504

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

7:00 am-11:57 pm

1 stop14h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/28

1:12 am-2:19 pm

1 stop15h 07m

$526

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Fri 1/31

6:35 am-8:40 pm

2 stops12h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/9

9:55 am-10:35 pm

2 stops14h 40m

$588

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Salinas with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Salinas to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Salinas to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $531). 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 S9N to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 21, 2024.

When flying from Salinas 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 November 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with JetBlue, Copa Airlines and Avianca from Salinas 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,779 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

SWISS
7.6
Good
1,636 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

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 Salinas 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 Salinas to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Salinas to Costa Rica are Alaska Airlines ($195), American Airlines ($200), and JetBlue ($205).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $950 for a flight from Salinas to Costa Rica. The cheapest flight overall is $561 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $397.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Salinas to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $531). 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 Salinas to Costa Rica

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$235Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$269Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$329Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$342Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$344Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$383Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$392Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$419Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$423Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AeromexicoCheapest$552Average$747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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