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$789+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to New Zealand

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 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — AKL
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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 February 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,795
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$789
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,847
From Costa Rica to New Zealand
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($202 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($60 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 February 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 2/262:57 pmSJO - AKL
1 stop23h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/2612:20 pmAKL - SJO
1 stop19h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,795
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 5/268:45 amSJO - AKL
2 stops36h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/319:20 amAKL - SJO
2 stops63h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$1,971
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/12:42 pmSJO - AKL
3 stops27h 58mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/287:40 pmAKL - SJO
3 stops34h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$2,225
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 2/268:55 amSJO - AKL
2 stops31h 05mAir Canada
Tue 3/251:00 pmAKL - SJO
2 stops51h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 2/20$2,342
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 3/26:30 pmSJO - AKL
2 stops38h 25mIberia
Sat 3/292:40 pmAKL - SJO
2 stops43h 25mIberia
Deal found 2/20$3,832
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sun 3/28:25 amSJO - AKL
1 stop29h 30mDelta
Sat 3/291:50 pmAKL - SJO
2 stops26h 34mDelta
Deal found 2/20$5,054

Find flights from Costa Rica to New Zealand within your budget

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 February 20, 2025.

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Costa Rica

Fly to

New Zealand

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/2

2:57 pm-9:10 am

1 stop23h 13m

Auckland Intl

Thu 3/27

12:20 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$1,795

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/26

8:45 am-3:05 pm

2 stops36h 20m

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/31

9:20 am-7:15 am

2 stops63h 55m

$1,971

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/25

1:06 am-2:45 am

2 stops55h 39m

Auckland Intl

Sat 5/31

1:15 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops52h 31m

$3,142

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/2

6:30 pm-3:55 am

2 stops38h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/29

2:40 pm-3:05 pm

2 stops43h 25m

$3,832

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-10:35 pm

2 stops44h 50m

$4,367

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/2

8:25 am-8:55 am

1 stop29h 30m

Auckland Intl

Sat 3/29

1:50 pm-9:24 pm

2 stops26h 34m

$5,054

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/29

8:46 am-6:00 am

2 stops27h 14m

$789

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/12

2:20 pm-2:45 am

2 stops42h 25m

$1,873

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/30

5:30 am-5:30 am

1 stop30h 00m

$2,029

San JoséAuckland

SJO - AKL

SJOAKL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/29

7:55 am-3:05 pm

3 stops37h 10m

$2,755

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 2/19

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

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Travel insights for flights from Costa Rica to New Zealand

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

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 February 20, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,766 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,748 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Iberia
7.0
Good
2,639 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Santiago,Apr 2024

ATL - JNB

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

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?

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

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

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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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American AirlinesCheapest$1,800Average$1,909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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