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$82+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 3/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Thu 3/13
Thu 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from USA to Costa Rica

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$175
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$82
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$464

Good round-trip deal

$234 or less

Good one-way deal

$100 or less
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Cheapest flights from USA to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 8, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2510:56 pmFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/812:26 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/6$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 4/146:11 pmFLL - SJO
1 stop17h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/2112:55 amSJO - FLL
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$226
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Sat 4/266:11 pmFLL - SJO
1 stop16h 10mCopa Airlines
Mon 4/284:10 amSJO - FLL
1 stop10h 04mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/7$242
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 4/2610:15 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 56mJetBlue
Wed 4/301:00 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 03mJetBlue
Deal found 3/5$244
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Mon 3/315:35 amLAX - SJO
2 stops28h 46mSpirit Airlines
Fri 4/412:26 pmSJO - LAX
2 stops19h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/7$244
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/19:40 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop3h 00mAvianca
Tue 4/88:25 amSJO - MIA
Nonstop2h 50mAvianca
Deal found 3/7$245
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 4/11:24 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops20h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/83:31 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop19h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/19:53 pmATL - SJO
1 stop14h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/712:50 amSJO - ATL
2 stops10h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 3/268:05 amATL - SJO
1 stop28h 20mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/211:55 amSJO - ATL
1 stop17h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/7$250
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Thu 4/106:20 amMIA - SJO
1 stop5h 40mCopa Airlines
Sat 5/106:07 pmSJO - MIA
1 stop5h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/6$250
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Thu 5/112:35 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop20h 39mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 5/511:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop24h 45mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 3/6$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 4/299:40 pmMIA - SJO
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/92:53 pmSJO - MIA
1 stop5h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7$271

Find flights from USA to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 March 8, 2025.

Fly from

USA

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 3/25

10:56 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

12:50 am-5:50 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$175

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 4/8

6:11 pm-8:21 am

1 stop16h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/23

8:09 am-4:14 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$220

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 4/14

6:11 pm-10:00 am

1 stop17h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/21

12:55 am-5:50 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$226

Fort LauderdaleSan José

FLL - SJO

FLLSJO

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 4/26

10:15 am-11:11 am

Nonstop2h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/30

1:00 pm-6:03 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

$244

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 3/31

5:35 am-11:21 am

2 stops28h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/4

12:26 pm-7:03 am

2 stops19h 37m

$244

MiamiSan José

MIA - SJO

MIASJO

Miami

Tue 4/1

9:40 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/8

8:25 am-1:15 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

$245

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

1:24 pm-10:50 am

2 stops20h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/8

3:31 pm-10:09 am

1 stop19h 38m

$247

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 4/1

9:53 pm-10:50 am

1 stop14h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

12:50 am-1:48 pm

2 stops10h 58m

$249

MiamiSan José

MIA - SJO

MIASJO

Miami

Thu 4/10

6:20 am-6:49 pm

1 stop14h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/16

8:46 am-10:37 pm

1 stop11h 51m

$250

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 3/26

8:05 am-10:25 am

1 stop28h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/2

11:55 am-7:05 am

1 stop17h 10m

$250

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Costa Rica

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Travel insights for flights from USA to Costa Rica

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 March 8, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA 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 March 8, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from USA to Costa Rica, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Delta and Alaska Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
4,314 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,024 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
9,716 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,448 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,314 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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 USA to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this USA to Costa Rica flight route?

    Within the past month, 44 users have taken a look at flights from United States to Costa Rica.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from USA 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 $82. Copa Airlines flights start at $103 while deals on JetBlue start at $109 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from USA 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 10 airlines flying from USA to Costa Rica

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 March 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$112Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$116Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$116Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$154Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air CanadaCheapest$166Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$167Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$174Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$181Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
VolarisCheapest$182Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
AviancaCheapest$211Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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