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$193+ Cheap flights from Tempe, AZ 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 12/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SJO
Nov 9 — Nov 161
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Tempe to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tempe to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 4, 2024.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/911:54 amPHX - SJO
1 stop10h 17mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/123:31 pmSJO - PHX
1 stop20h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$396
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/28:43 pmPHX - SJO
3 stops27h 18mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/161:24 pmSJO - PHX
3 stops31h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sat 12/79:30 amPHX - SJO
1 stop10h 20mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/111:10 pmSJO - PHX
1 stop10h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$405
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Fri 12/69:35 pmPHX - SJO
1 stop8h 24mDelta
Mon 12/98:30 amSJO - PHX
1 stop13h 23mDelta
Deal found 11/3$460
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/282:20 pmPHX - SJO
2 stops20h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/48:45 amSJO - PHX
1 stop14h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$500
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1312:11 pmPHX - SJO
1 stop11h 19mJetBlue
Wed 12/181:30 amSJO - PHX
1 stop10h 55mJetBlue
Deal found 11/3$522
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/611:56 amPHX - LIR
2 stops18h 35mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/97:34 pmLIR - PHX
2 stops21h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/4$551
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/36:20 amPHX - LIR
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Tue 12/103:05 pmLIR - PHX
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/3$575
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/137:25 pmPHX - LIR
1 stop18h 11mSun Country Air
Sat 12/213:45 pmLIR - PHX
1 stop18h 37mSun Country Air
Deal found 11/4$590
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/711:56 amPHX - SJO
2 stops35h 03mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/101:24 amSJO - PHX
3 stops20h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/3$622
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/19:00 amPHX - SJO
1 stop10h 40mSouthwest
Sun 12/89:55 amSJO - PHX
1 stop12h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 11/2$666
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Wed 11/277:15 pmPHX - LIR
1 stop12h 56mWestJet
Sun 12/110:05 amLIR - PHX
2 stops28h 17mWestJet
Deal found 11/3$669

Find flights from Tempe to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Tempe 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 12/14

10:00 am-12:19 pm

2 stops25h 19m

$193

PhoenixLiberia

PHX - LIR

PHXLIR

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 12/6

10:49 pm-12:34 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$198

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 11/13

9:00 am-1:01 am

2 stops15h 01m

$198

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 3/4

6:30 am-6:16 pm

2 stops10h 46m

$211

PhoenixLiberia

PHX - LIR

PHXLIR

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 12/10

11:56 am-7:31 am

2 stops18h 35m

$232

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 11/13

5:00 am-10:59 pm

1 stop16h 59m

$236

PhoenixLiberia

PHX - LIR

PHXLIR

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 12/8

10:30 pm-2:05 pm

2 stops14h 35m

$276

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 3/6

7:59 pm-1:11 pm

2 stops16h 12m

$283

PhoenixLiberia

PHX - LIR

PHXLIR

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 12/23

7:51 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop17h 53m

$312

PhoenixLiberia

PHX - LIR

PHXLIR

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 12/5

7:15 pm-9:11 am

1 stop12h 56m

$377

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Deals found on 11/3

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Best time to book a flight from Tempe to Costa Rica

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tempe to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Tempe to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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 TM9 to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Tempe 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 4, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Tempe 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 November 4, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines and Copa Airlines from Tempe to Costa Rica have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,869 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,493 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Tempe to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Tempe to Costa Rica for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Tempe to Costa Rica for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $303, but on average you can expect to pay $573.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Tempe to Costa Rica for under $400?

    There are currently 16+ open flights from Tempe to Costa Rica within the next 7 days for less than $400.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $198 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $198 and United Airlines from $211 one-way.

  • What does PHX to SJO mean?

    PHX stands for Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport, while SJO stands for San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Liberia Airport (LIR), Limon Airport (LIO), San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport (SYQ), Tamarindo Airport (TNO), Tortuquero Airport (TTQ) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Tempe to Costa Rica that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Tempe to Costa Rica flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Tempe to Costa Rica with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Tempe to Costa Rica flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tempe 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Tempe to Costa Rica that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Tempe to Costa Rica offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Tempe to Costa Rica?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Tempe to Costa Rica flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Tempe to Costa Rica flight deals updated?

    The Tempe to Costa Rica flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tempe to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Tempe to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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 Tempe to Costa Rica

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Tempe 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$263Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$370Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$390Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$396Average$564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$396Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$421Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$463Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$555Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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