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$191+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to San Diego (SAN)

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 2/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SAN
Dec 28 — Jan 41
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Costa Rica (CR0) to San Diego (SAN). 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 December 23, 2024.

Round-trip from

$325
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$191
(Alaska Airlines)
From Costa Rica to San Diego
One-way flight from Costa Rica to San Diego

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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 23, 2024.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/237:50 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops29h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/66:06 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$570
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Wed 12/2512:35 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops13h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/171:45 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop21h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$626
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/256:29 amSJO - SAN
1 stop11h 47mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/307:23 amSAN - SJO
1 stop10h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$658
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/251:49 amSJO - SAN
2 stops22h 23mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/144:21 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops16h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$721
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sun 12/224:08 amSJO - SAN
2 stops20h 21mCopa Airlines
Sun 1/57:13 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops21h 55mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/22$809
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/231:18 amSJO - SAN
2 stops36h 36mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/158:55 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops49h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/22$847
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Mon 12/239:55 amSJO - SAN
2 stops14h 10mSouthwest
Thu 1/26:45 amSAN - SJO
2 stops11h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/22$874

Find flights from Costa Rica to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to San Diego 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 December 23, 2024.

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San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/31

1:57 am-12:55 pm

2 stops12h 58m

San Diego

Wed 2/5

4:21 pm-11:18 am

2 stops16h 57m

$325

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/31

1:57 am-11:52 pm

2 stops23h 55m

San Diego

Wed 2/5

7:26 pm-12:59 am

3 stops51h 33m

$372

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/19

6:40 am-11:58 pm

1 stop19h 18m

San Diego

Sun 1/26

7:43 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops22h 56m

$481

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/3

6:00 am-7:22 pm

1 stop15h 22m

San Diego

Mon 2/10

6:15 am-8:50 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$490

LiberiaSan Diego

LIR - SAN

LIRSAN

Liberia

Tue 1/21

6:40 pm-3:17 pm

2 stops22h 37m

San Diego

Sun 1/26

9:19 pm-5:02 pm

2 stops17h 43m

$502

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/2

1:12 am-8:19 pm

2 stops21h 07m

San Diego

Mon 2/10

9:19 pm-11:57 pm

3 stops24h 38m

$562

LiberiaSan Diego

LIR - SAN

LIRSAN

Liberia

Sun 1/19

8:50 am-10:00 pm

1 stop15h 10m

San Diego

Sun 1/26

12:40 pm-1:08 pm

2 stops22h 28m

$566

LiberiaSan Diego

LIR - SAN

LIRSAN

Liberia

Tue 1/21

2:55 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop24h 10m

San Diego

Sun 1/26

2:05 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop23h 55m

$602

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/26

8:25 am-5:01 pm

1 stop10h 36m

San Diego

Thu 3/6

6:15 am-10:12 pm

1 stop13h 57m

$618

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/14

9:55 am-8:40 pm

2 stops12h 45m

San Diego

Thu 3/6

6:45 am-8:40 pm

1 stop11h 55m

$741

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Costa Rica to San Diego

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Costa Rica to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 23, 2024.

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

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 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 San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated December 23, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Costa Rica to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,549 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,588 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.7
Good
1,710 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
1,913 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,780 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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 San Diego. 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 San Diego from Costa Rica?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Costa Rica to San Diego. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city center.

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

    $191 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $201 and $261, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Costa Rica to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 4 airlines flying from Costa Rica to San Diego

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to San Diego. 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 December 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$193Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$354Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$393Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$398Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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