$155+ Cheap flights from San Jose (SJC) 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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — SJO
Apr 29 — May 61
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Jose to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.
Most accurate provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | AranGrant 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $348 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $155 (CheapOair) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $674 |
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Costa RicaExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 5/2411:35 amSJC - SJO
1 stop10h 39mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/273:31 pmSJO - SJC
1 stop19h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Tue 9/3012:55 pmSJC - SJO
2 stops19h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/72:25 pmSJO - SJC
2 stops22h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24![American Airlines logo]()
$335
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 5/96:25 pmSJC - SJO
1 stop10h 35mDelta
Sat 5/177:25 amSJO - SJC
1 stop11h 20mDelta
Deal found 4/23![Delta logo]()
$351
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Tue 11/47:10 amSJC - SJO
1 stop11h 20mSouthwest
Sat 11/82:40 pmSJO - SJC
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/23![Southwest logo]()
$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Thu 5/2912:50 pmSJC - SJO
1 stop8h 49mUnited Airlines
Thu 6/125:30 amSJO - SJC
1 stop31h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24![United Airlines logo]()
$398
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 5/236:00 amSJC - SJO
2 stops28h 33mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/111:32 amSJO - SJC
2 stops23h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$403
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 5/96:15 amSJC - SJO
1 stop16h 37mAlaska Airlines
Fri 5/161:06 amSJO - SJC
1 stop9h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 6/1110:25 pmSJC - LIR
1 stop12h 35mDelta
Thu 6/261:25 pmLIR - SJC
1 stop10h 30mDelta
Deal found 4/22![Delta logo]()
$461
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 6/811:24 pmSJC - LIR
2 stops12h 56mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/2012:45 pmLIR - SJC
2 stops21h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/23![American Airlines logo]()
$465
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/63:30 pmSJC - LIR
2 stops19h 40mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/93:25 pmLIR - SJC
1 stop21h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23![United Airlines logo]()
$472
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sun 8/106:15 amSJC - LIR
1 stop8h 38mAlaska Airlines
Sun 8/174:58 pmLIR - SJC
1 stop17h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$475
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Sat 6/148:15 pmSJC - LIR
2 stops15h 30mSouthwest
Sat 6/282:10 pmLIR - SJC
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22![Southwest logo]()
$581
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Fly from
San Jose
Fly to
Costa Rica
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Sat 5/24
11:35 am-11:14 pm
1 stop10h 39m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 5/27
3:31 pm-9:50 am
1 stop19h 19m
$307
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Tue 9/30
12:55 pm-9:25 am
2 stops19h 30m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 10/7
2:25 pm-11:39 am
2 stops22h 14m
$335
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Fri 5/9
6:25 pm-6:00 am
1 stop10h 35m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 5/17
7:25 am-5:45 pm
1 stop11h 20m
$351
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Thu 5/29
12:50 pm-10:39 pm
1 stop8h 49m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 6/12
5:30 am-11:50 am
1 stop31h 20m
$398
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Fri 5/23
6:00 am-11:33 am
2 stops28h 33m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 6/1
11:32 am-10:05 am
2 stops23h 33m
$403
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Fri 5/9
6:15 am-11:52 pm
1 stop16h 37m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 5/16
1:06 am-9:49 am
1 stop9h 43m
$429
San JoseLiberia
SJC - LIR
SJCLIR
San Jose
Wed 6/11
10:25 pm-12:00 pm
1 stop12h 35m
Liberia
Thu 6/26
1:25 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop10h 30m
$461
San JoseLiberia
SJC - LIR
SJCLIR
San Jose
Sun 6/8
11:24 pm-1:20 pm
2 stops12h 56m
Liberia
Fri 6/20
12:45 pm-9:15 am
2 stops21h 30m
$465
San JoseLiberia
SJC - LIR
SJCLIR
San Jose
Tue 5/6
3:30 pm-12:10 pm
2 stops19h 40m
Liberia
Fri 5/9
3:25 pm-12:03 pm
1 stop21h 38m
$472
San JoseLiberia
SJC - LIR
SJCLIR
San Jose
Sun 8/10
6:15 am-3:53 pm
1 stop8h 38m
Liberia
Sun 8/17
4:58 pm-9:52 am
1 stop17h 54m
$475
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Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Costa Rica
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Jose to Costa Rica
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Costa Rica?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from San Jose 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 SJC to CR?
Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 April 24, 2025.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Jose to Costa Rica as you normally would.
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 April 24, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Jose to Costa Rica, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentCheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentCheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentCheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentCheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentCheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Boarding
8.2
Food
7.1
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentCheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$350 | Average$615 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$392 | Average$624 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$397 | Average$631 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$408 | Average$661 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$476 | Average$774 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$481 | Average$608 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |