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$160+ 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 12/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SAN
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 20, 2024.

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This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/61:49 amSJO - SAN
2 stops19h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/76:15 amSAN - SJO
2 stops16h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$354
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sat 12/71:24 pmSJO - SAN
3 stops44h 49mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/73:51 pmSAN - SJO
3 stops31h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$451
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/2412:35 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop10h 51mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/136:15 amSAN - SJO
2 stops29h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$481
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 12/246:15 amSJO - SAN
1 stop16h 53mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/1310:30 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop19h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$490
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/182:14 pmLIR - SAN
1 stop9h 33mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/295:22 pmSAN - LIR
1 stop16h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$539
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/97:34 pmLIR - SAN
2 stops22h 02mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/139:19 pmSAN - LIR
2 stops17h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$547
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/281:15 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops11h 45mSouthwest
Tue 1/147:25 amSAN - SJO
1 stop11h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/18$610
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/258:15 amSJO - SAN
1 stop9h 11mDelta
Tue 12/314:06 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop12h 38mDelta
Deal found 11/19$671
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Mon 12/91:20 pmLIR - SAN
3 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/127:26 pmSAN - LIR
3 stops19h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$726
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Tue 11/194:08 amSJO - SAN
2 stops20h 19mCopa Airlines
Wed 11/274:10 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops13h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/19$739

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/4

1:57 am-1:05 pm

2 stops13h 08m

San Diego

Tue 2/11

6:15 am-12:59 am

2 stops16h 44m

$315

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/14

5:00 pm-11:03 am

1 stop20h 03m

San Diego

Mon 1/27

1:29 pm-7:35 am

2 stops16h 06m

$437

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/14

6:00 am-10:41 pm

1 stop18h 41m

San Diego

Tue 2/11

6:15 am-8:50 pm

1 stop12h 35m

$467

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/24

12:35 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop10h 51m

San Diego

Mon 1/13

6:15 am-1:17 pm

2 stops29h 02m

$481

LiberiaSan Diego

LIR - SAN

LIRSAN

Liberia

Wed 12/18

2:14 pm-9:47 pm

1 stop9h 33m

San Diego

Sun 12/29

5:22 pm-11:24 am

1 stop16h 02m

$539

LiberiaSan Diego

LIR - SAN

LIRSAN

Liberia

Mon 12/9

7:34 pm-3:36 pm

2 stops22h 02m

San Diego

Mon 1/13

9:19 pm-5:02 pm

2 stops17h 43m

$547

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/20

4:09 am-10:40 pm

2 stops20h 31m

San Diego

Sun 2/23

8:49 pm-1:12 pm

2 stops14h 23m

$592

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/28

1:15 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops11h 45m

San Diego

Tue 1/14

7:25 am-8:40 pm

1 stop11h 15m

$610

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/25

8:15 am-3:26 pm

1 stop9h 11m

San Diego

Tue 12/31

4:06 pm-6:44 am

1 stop12h 38m

$671

LiberiaSan Diego

LIR - SAN

LIRSAN

Liberia

Mon 12/9

1:20 pm-7:35 pm

3 stops32h 15m

San Diego

Sun 1/12

7:26 pm-5:10 pm

3 stops19h 44m

$726

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Costa Rica to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 November 20, 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 November 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Spirit 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,785 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

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?

    $160 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $231 and $235, 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to San Diego (average of $266). Flying from Costa Rica to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $339). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$193Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$354Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$393Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$398Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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