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$113+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) to Costa Rica

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TPA — SJO
Feb 8 — Feb 151
Sat 2/8
Sat 2/15
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to Costa Rica

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) 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 February 3, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$279
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One-way from

$113
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September

Average price

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Cheapest flights from Tampa to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/118:55 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop4h 55mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/1712:50 amSJO - TPA
1 stop6h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/3$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Mon 3/36:00 amTPA - SJO
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/65:21 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop18h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$281
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/32:32 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop5h 35mCopa Airlines
Thu 3/64:09 amSJO - TPA
1 stop7h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/3$336
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 4/232:15 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop21h 05mAvianca
Sat 4/261:40 amSJO - TPA
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Deal found 2/3$375
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 amTPA - LIR
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/1112:53 pmLIR - TPA
2 stops9h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/3$426
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Mon 2/247:00 amTPA - LIR
1 stop8h 29mDelta
Wed 2/263:54 pmLIR - TPA
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Deal found 2/3$437
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/49:25 amTPA - SJO
1 stop12h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 2/118:45 amSJO - TPA
1 stop8h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/3$446
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Wed 3/1211:45 amTPA - LIR
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/267:50 amLIR - TPA
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/3$469
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Mon 3/248:55 pmTPA - LIR
1 stop18h 06mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/266:40 amLIR - TPA
3 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$559
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/2111:30 amTPA - LIR
1 stop26h 54mWestJet
Sat 6/281:25 pmLIR - TPA
1 stop19h 15mWestJet
Deal found 2/2$561
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/208:10 pmTPA - LIR
2 stops19h 00mSouthwest
Wed 4/232:05 pmLIR - TPA
2 stops16h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 2/2$772
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/68:00 amTPA - LIR
3 stops23h 40mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/126:02 pmLIR - TPA
3 stops25h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/2$786

Find flights from Tampa to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa 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 3, 2025.

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TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Tue 3/11

8:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop4h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/17

12:50 am-9:10 am

1 stop6h 20m

$279

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Mon 3/3

6:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/6

5:21 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$281

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Mon 3/3

2:32 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop5h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/6

4:09 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$336

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Wed 4/23

2:15 pm-9:20 am

1 stop21h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/26

1:40 am-12:15 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$375

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Sun 3/2

6:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Liberia

Tue 3/11

12:53 pm-12:10 am

2 stops9h 17m

$426

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Mon 2/24

7:00 am-2:29 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Liberia

Wed 2/26

3:54 pm-12:26 am

1 stop7h 32m

$437

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Wed 3/12

11:45 am-5:30 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Liberia

Wed 3/26

7:50 am-5:45 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$469

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Mon 3/24

8:55 pm-1:01 pm

1 stop18h 06m

Liberia

Wed 3/26

6:40 am-7:10 am

3 stops22h 30m

$559

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Sun 4/20

8:10 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops19h 00m

Liberia

Wed 4/23

2:05 pm-8:30 am

2 stops16h 25m

$772

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Thu 3/6

8:00 am-6:40 am

3 stops23h 40m

Liberia

Wed 3/12

6:02 pm-9:27 pm

3 stops25h 25m

$786

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Best time to book a flight from Tampa to Costa Rica

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Travel insights for flights from Tampa to Costa Rica

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa 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 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Tampa 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 February 3, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Tampa to Costa Rica, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. 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
4,564 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,564 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,564 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,564 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,427 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,564 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,605 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,564 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,889 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,564 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Tampa (TPA) if they book a flight from Tampa to Costa Rica. Tampa is conveniently located just 4.9 mi from Tampa’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $113. Delta flights start at $159 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $171 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Tampa 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 6 airlines flying from Tampa to Costa Rica

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Tampa 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$202Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$302Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$326Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$330Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$355Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$454Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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