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$164+ Cheap flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) 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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SLC — SJO
abr. 2 — abr. 91
mié. 4/2
mié. 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salt Lake City to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated marzo 28, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$409
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$164
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

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August

Average price

$696
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Cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salt Lake City to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on marzo 28, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
mié. 9/35:41 amSLC - LIR
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
jue. 9/112:05 pmLIR - SLC
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$405
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
mar. 7/2912:18 amSLC - SJO
2 stops12h 55mAmerican Airlines
mié. 8/62:00 pmSJO - SLC
1 stop10h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$425
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
sáb. 7/267:00 amSLC - SJO
2 stops29h 26mUnited Airlines
mié. 8/65:30 amSJO - SLC
1 stop13h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$426
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
dom. 5/42:36 pmSLC - SJO
3 stops43h 48mMultiple Airlines
dom. 5/1112:28 pmSJO - SLC
3 stops30h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$430
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mié. 5/78:14 pmSLC - SJO
3 stops39h 19mSpirit Airlines
mié. 5/2812:28 pmSJO - SLC
2 stops30h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$448
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
mar. 5/138:45 amSLC - SJO
2 stops15h 07mAlaska Airlines
mar. 5/201:06 amSJO - SLC
2 stops19h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$483
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
lun. 7/286:30 amSLC - LIR
1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines
jue. 8/711:05 amLIR - SLC
1 stop11h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$495
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
vie. 5/21:55 pmSLC - LIR
1 stop25h 47mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 5/104:52 pmLIR - SLC
1 stop23h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$509
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vie. 5/22:36 pmSLC - LIR
3 stops45h 48mMultiple Airlines
vie. 5/91:25 pmLIR - SLC
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$956

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salt Lake 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 marzo 28, 2025.
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Salt Lake CityLiberia

SLC - LIR

SLCLIR

Salt Lake City

sáb. 5/3

11:59 pm-1:16 pm

2 stops13h 17m

Liberia

vie. 5/9

2:26 pm-11:16 am

2 stops20h 50m

$409

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

mar. 7/29

12:18 am-1:13 pm

2 stops12h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 8/6

2:00 pm-12:12 am

1 stop10h 12m

$425

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

sáb. 7/26

7:00 am-12:26 pm

2 stops29h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 8/6

5:30 am-6:56 pm

1 stop13h 26m

$426

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

dom. 5/4

2:36 pm-10:24 am

3 stops43h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 5/11

12:28 pm-7:19 pm

3 stops30h 51m

$430

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

mié. 5/7

8:14 pm-11:33 am

3 stops39h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 5/28

12:28 pm-7:19 pm

2 stops30h 51m

$448

Salt Lake CityLiberia

SLC - LIR

SLCLIR

Salt Lake City

vie. 4/11

4:05 pm-11:53 am

1 stop19h 48m

Liberia

jue. 4/17

11:49 am-10:15 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$471

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

mar. 5/13

8:45 am-11:52 pm

2 stops15h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 5/20

1:06 am-8:28 pm

2 stops19h 22m

$483

Salt Lake CityLiberia

SLC - LIR

SLCLIR

Salt Lake City

vie. 5/2

1:55 pm-3:42 pm

1 stop25h 47m

Liberia

sáb. 5/10

4:52 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop23h 08m

$509

Salt Lake CitySan José

SLC - SJO

SLCSJO

Salt Lake City

vie. 6/13

8:55 pm-5:48 am

1 stop8h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 6/25

1:25 pm-12:49 am

1 stop11h 24m

$616

Salt Lake CityLiberia

SLC - LIR

SLCLIR

Salt Lake City

vie. 5/2

2:36 pm-12:24 pm

3 stops45h 48m

Liberia

vie. 5/9

1:25 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops26h 45m

$956

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Best time to book a flight from Salt Lake City to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salt Lake City to Costa Rica

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Salt Lake 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 marzo 28, 2025.

When flying from Salt Lake City 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 marzo 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Salt Lake City to Costa Rica. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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

    Salt Lake City (SLC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Salt Lake City to Costa Rica. It is only a 5.7 mi journey to Salt Lake City (SLC) from Salt Lake City’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salt Lake City to Costa Rica one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $164. United Airlines flights start at $182 while deals on Southwest start at $199 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salt Lake 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 Salt Lake City to Costa Rica.

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salt Lake City to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Salt Lake 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 8 airlines flying from Salt Lake City to Costa Rica

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Salt Lake 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 marzo 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$253Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$264Average$1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$321Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$370Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$418Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$488Average$720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$519Average$772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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