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$135+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 3/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
Nov 23 — Nov 301
Sat 11/23
Sat 11/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Costa Rica (CR0) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 November 18, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 18, 2024.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/262:52 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop9h 48mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/312:03 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop22h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$261
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Thu 12/265:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop17h 07mVolaris
Tue 1/1412:03 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop22h 18mVolaris
Deal found 11/17$273
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Sat 12/141:24 pmSJO - LAX
2 stops19h 30mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/2411:20 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops23h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/17$292
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/215:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop17h 07mVolaris Costa Rica
Fri 2/2810:07 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 11/17$304
This Kissandfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/211:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop25h 18mVolaris El Salvador
Fri 12/67:20 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop26h 38mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 11/18$324
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Sat 12/79:35 amSJO - LAX
1 stop14h 00mAvianca
Fri 1/311:55 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 00mAvianca
Deal found 11/18$327
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/259:00 amLIR - LAX
Nonstop6h 14mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/3111:59 pmLAX - LIR
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/18$341
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Tue 12/244:00 pmLIR - LAX
1 stop9h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3111:05 pmLAX - LIR
1 stop13h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Wed 12/253:30 pmLIR - LAX
1 stop21h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/51:05 pmLAX - LIR
1 stop19h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/16$359
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Mon 11/186:10 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop19h 19mCopa Airlines
Mon 11/259:04 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop8h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/17$362
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Sun 11/246:40 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 27mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/283:33 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop17h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$370
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Wed 11/277:00 amSJO - LAX
1 stop18h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/2711:59 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop21h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/16$377

Find flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles 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 2,669,981 searches. Data last updated November 18, 2024.

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San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/29

1:06 pm-10:33 am

1 stop23h 27m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/10

12:24 am-1:57 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$235

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/5

1:31 pm-7:39 am

2 stops20h 08m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/8

11:20 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops11h 06m

$262

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/27

11:15 am-10:33 am

1 stop25h 18m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/3

12:24 am-1:57 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$270

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/19

6:10 am-11:20 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/24

2:55 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$299

LiberiaLos Angeles

LIR - LAX

LIRLAX

Liberia

Wed 12/25

9:00 am-1:14 pm

Nonstop6h 14m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/31

11:59 pm-7:33 am

Nonstop5h 34m

$341

LiberiaLos Angeles

LIR - LAX

LIRLAX

Liberia

Tue 12/24

4:00 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 56m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/31

11:05 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$356

LiberiaLos Angeles

LIR - LAX

LIRLAX

Liberia

Wed 12/25

3:30 pm-11:25 am

1 stop21h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/5

1:05 pm-10:41 am

1 stop19h 36m

$359

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/27

6:06 pm-11:30 am

1 stop19h 24m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/2

1:07 am-12:57 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$362

LiberiaLos Angeles

LIR - LAX

LIRLAX

Liberia

Tue 1/21

3:30 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop29h 47m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/27

9:27 am-5:02 pm

Nonstop5h 35m

$517

LiberiaLos Angeles

LIR - LAX

LIRLAX

Liberia

Thu 2/20

3:05 pm-7:10 am

2 stops18h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/28

9:05 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops15h 30m

$542

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles

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

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from Costa Rica to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 CR to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 18, 2024.

When flying from Costa Rica to Los Angeles, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. 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 November 18, 2024.

The most flights from CR0 to LAX are scheduled on a Saturday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated November 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Volaris and Spirit Airlines from Costa Rica to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,766 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,451 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,794 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,022 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. 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 into for flights to Los Angeles from Costa Rica?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Costa Rica. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How popular is this Costa Rica to Los Angeles flight route?

    Flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles have been viewed 15 times in the past calendar month.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Volaris, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $135. However, be on the lookout for offers from Volaris El Salvador and Volaris Costa Rica, as they are both options that can get you from Costa Rica to Los Angeles for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Costa Rica to Los Angeles?

    Consider Delta (100%), United Airlines (100%) or American Airlines (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Costa Rica to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,008 for a flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $203 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $137.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Los Angeles 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 Costa Rica to Los Angeles?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from Costa Rica to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Costa Rica to Los Angeles

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. 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 2,669,981 searches. Data last updated November 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$98Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$122Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$134Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$159Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$161Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AviancaCheapest$190Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$194Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$206Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$264Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$327Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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