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$118+ Cheap flights from San Salvador (SAL) 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 3/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAL — SJO
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Salvador to Costa Rica

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Salvador (SAL) 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 January 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$182
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$118
(FlightHub)
From San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flights from San Salvador to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Salvador to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/187:36 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 16mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 4/219:51 amSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 17mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 1/20$182
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/78:30 amSAL - SJO
1 stop4h 26mCopa Airlines
Sun 3/98:45 amSJO - SAL
1 stop11h 38mCopa Airlines
Deal found 1/21$222
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/16:50 amSAL - SJO
1 stop16h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/89:51 amSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$232
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2010:15 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 10mAvianca
Mon 3/247:50 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
Deal found 1/20$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/146:55 amSAL - LIR
1 stop11h 02mUnited Airlines
Mon 2/178:50 amLIR - SAL
1 stop12h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$865

Find flights from San Salvador to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Salvador 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 January 21, 2025.

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San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 4/18

7:36 am-8:52 am

Nonstop1h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/21

9:51 am-11:08 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$182

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 3/7

8:30 am-12:56 pm

1 stop4h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/9

8:45 am-8:23 pm

1 stop11h 38m

$222

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 4/18

6:50 am-12:03 am

1 stop17h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/21

9:51 am-11:08 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$236

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Thu 3/20

10:15 am-11:25 am

Nonstop1h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/24

7:50 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$286

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 2/9

2:37 pm-11:41 am

1 stop21h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/15

6:18 am-1:34 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$822

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 4/25

2:00 am-5:30 am

1 stop27h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/29

11:13 am-8:17 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$864

San SalvadorLiberia

SAL - LIR

SALLIR

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 2/14

6:55 am-5:57 pm

1 stop11h 02m

Liberia

Mon 2/17

8:50 am-9:19 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$865

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 3/7

9:00 am-10:17 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$118

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Fri 3/28

9:00 am-10:14 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$119

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

Sun 3/2

5:01 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 59m

$121

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Best time to book a flight from San Salvador to Costa Rica

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

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Salvador 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 January 21, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Salvador to Costa Rica is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 32% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from San Salvador to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from San Salvador 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 January 21, 2025.

The most flights from SAL to CR0 are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 January 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Volaris El Salvador, Copa Airlines and United Airlines from San Salvador to Costa Rica have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Lots of leg room, and I was in a regular seat! Food was good.

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Lots of leg room, and I was in a regular seat! Food was good.

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Lots of leg room, and I was in a regular seat! Food was good.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,984 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Lots of leg room, and I was in a regular seat! Food was good.

Avianca
6.9
Okay
2,579 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews

Food

7.0

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Lots of leg room, and I was in a regular seat! Food was good.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Salvador 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 San Salvador to Costa Rica?

    For a flight from San Salvador to Costa Rica, you will be flying from El Salvador Intl. San Salvador El Salvador Intl (SAL) is just 20.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this San Salvador to Costa Rica flight route?

    Within the past month, 15 users have taken a look at flights from San Salvador El Salvador Intl to Costa Rica.

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

    $118 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Volaris Costa Rica. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Volaris El Salvador and Copa Airlines, with prices starting from $119 and $121, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Salvador to Costa Rica are Avianca Costa Rica (81%), Avianca (81%) and Iberia (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Salvador to Costa Rica?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $96. While the most popular route (San Salvador El Salvador Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $174 on average our data indicates $199 when flying from San Salvador to Costa Rica.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Salvador 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 San Salvador to Costa Rica?

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Salvador 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$128Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$132Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$154Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$158Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$190Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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