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$1,528+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to New Zealand

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — AKL
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to New Zealand

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to New Zealand flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,528
(Mytrip)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,921
From Costa Rica to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($102 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to New Zealand
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to New Zealand. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 5/1012:28 pmSJO - AKL
3 stops47h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/317:20 pmAKL - SJO
2 stops32h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,528
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/206:05 amSJO - AKL
2 stops28h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/274:25 pmAKL - SJO
2 stops37h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,880
This LATAM Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 LATAM Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/15:00 pmSJO - AKL
2 stops42h 15mLATAM Airlines
Mon 6/307:10 pmAKL - SJO
2 stops38h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 3/27$2,022
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 11/39:30 amSJO - AKL
2 stops43h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/133:50 pmAKL - SJO
1 stop35h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$2,082
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:25 pmSJO - AKL
3 stops46h 00mSWISS
Tue 2/102:55 pmAKL - SJO
2 stops42h 25mSWISS
Deal found 3/27$2,710
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/238:40 pmSJO - AKL
2 stops41h 45mLufthansa
Tue 2/31:20 amAKL - SJO
2 stops60h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 3/27$2,895
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/18:00 amSJO - AKL
3 stops37h 05mAir Canada
Mon 6/307:45 pmAKL - SJO
2 stops45h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$3,740
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:35 pmSJO - AKL
2 stops47h 50mBritish Airways
Wed 2/47:30 amAKL - SJO
3 stops52h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/27$3,797
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 12/197:00 amSJO - AKL
2 stops30h 55mDelta
Fri 2/62:50 pmAKL - SJO
2 stops26h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/27$5,063

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to New Zealand 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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to New Zealand that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

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New Zealand

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/10

12:28 pm-6:00 am

3 stops47h 32m

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/31

7:20 pm-10:14 am

2 stops32h 54m

$1,528

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 4/20

6:05 am-4:55 am

2 stops28h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sun 4/27

4:25 pm-11:27 am

2 stops37h 02m

$1,880

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/1

5:00 pm-5:15 am

2 stops42h 15m

Auckland Intl

Mon 6/30

7:10 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops38h 25m

$2,022

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/7

8:45 am-7:10 am

1 stop28h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sat 6/21

9:00 am-7:15 am

2 stops64h 15m

$2,473

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/1

8:00 am-3:05 pm

3 stops37h 05m

Auckland Intl

Mon 6/30

7:45 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops45h 05m

$3,740

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/30

8:45 am-6:00 am

1 stop27h 15m

$2,024

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 3/27

Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to New Zealand

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Zealand from Costa Rica with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to New Zealand

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Costa Rica to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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.

Rainfall in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 2.8 - 5.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in New Zealand by month

Plan your trip to New Zealand by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Zealand. 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 New Zealand. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,750 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

ATL - MSP

Late flight, just one person at the gate. He managed to solve problems and get everybody on the plane at the same time smoothly and with great professionalism. Left on time and arrived early to MSP
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,750 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,750 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

ATL - MSP

Late flight, just one person at the gate. He managed to solve problems and get everybody on the plane at the same time smoothly and with great professionalism. Left on time and arrived early to MSP
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,750 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

ATL - MSP

Late flight, just one person at the gate. He managed to solve problems and get everybody on the plane at the same time smoothly and with great professionalism. Left on time and arrived early to MSP
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,750 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

ATL - MSP

Late flight, just one person at the gate. He managed to solve problems and get everybody on the plane at the same time smoothly and with great professionalism. Left on time and arrived early to MSP
Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,986 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,750 reviews

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.5

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

ATL - MSP

Late flight, just one person at the gate. He managed to solve problems and get everybody on the plane at the same time smoothly and with great professionalism. Left on time and arrived early to MSP

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to New Zealand 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 New Zealand?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to New Zealand (average of $1,021). Flying from Costa Rica to New Zealand in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,511). 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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