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$168+ 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SAN
huhti 6 — huhti 131
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated huhtikuu 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$324
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$168
(FlightHub)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$578
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-San Diego flight deals.
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From Costa Rica to San Diego
One-way flight from Costa Rica to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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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 huhtikuu 1, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
pe 5/212:55 amSJO - SAN
2 stops24h 47mSpirit Airlines
su 5/116:15 amSAN - SJO
2 stops28h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$324
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
ke 5/2812:28 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
la 5/316:15 amSAN - SJO
3 stops26h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$401
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
ke 5/217:55 amSJO - SAN
1 stop9h 32mUnited Airlines
ke 6/113:25 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop17h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$415
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
pe 9/51:08 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop10h 38mDelta
ma 9/159:40 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop13h 13mDelta
Deal found 3/31$448
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
ke 5/141:06 amSJO - SAN
2 stops23h 53mAlaska Airlines
to 5/229:07 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops25h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31$457
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
pe 9/511:35 amSJO - SAN
2 stops12h 57mAmerican Airlines
ma 9/157:56 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops14h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$472
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
to 5/221:25 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops25h 05mAeromexico
to 6/263:59 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops19h 08mAeromexico
Deal found 3/30$474
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
ma 5/1911:20 amLIR - SAN
2 stops22h 42mAlaska Airlines
la 5/2410:15 pmSAN - LIR
2 stops31h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31$496
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
to 5/13:25 pmLIR - SAN
1 stop26h 02mUnited Airlines
ke 5/77:40 pmSAN - LIR
2 stops17h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$511
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
to 4/171:10 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop10h 10mSouthwest
pe 4/188:40 amSAN - SJO
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/1$670
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
pe 5/161:25 pmLIR - SAN
3 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
to 5/226:15 amSAN - LIR
3 stops29h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$755
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
su 6/86:07 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops30h 34mCopa Airlines
su 6/299:06 pmSAN - SJO
3 stops18h 41mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/31$821

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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 huhtikuu 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to San Diego that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

pe 5/2

12:55 am-12:42 am

2 stops24h 47m

San Diego

su 5/11

6:15 am-11:33 am

2 stops28h 18m

$324

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ke 5/28

12:28 pm-7:13 am

2 stops19h 45m

San Diego

la 5/31

6:15 am-10:14 am

3 stops26h 59m

$401

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ke 5/21

7:55 am-11:05 pm

2 stops16h 10m

San Diego

ke 6/11

3:25 pm-10:11 am

1 stop17h 46m

$415

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

pe 9/5

1:08 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop10h 38m

San Diego

ma 9/15

9:40 pm-11:53 am

1 stop13h 13m

$448

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ke 5/14

1:06 am-11:59 pm

2 stops23h 53m

San Diego

to 5/22

9:07 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops25h 39m

$457

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

pe 9/5

11:35 am-11:32 pm

2 stops12h 57m

San Diego

ma 9/15

7:56 pm-11:20 am

2 stops14h 24m

$472

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

to 5/22

1:25 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops25h 05m

San Diego

to 6/26

3:59 pm-12:07 pm

2 stops19h 08m

$474

LiberiaSan Diego

LIR - SAN

LIRSAN

Liberia

ma 5/19

11:20 am-9:02 am

2 stops22h 42m

San Diego

la 5/24

10:15 pm-6:20 am

2 stops31h 05m

$496

LiberiaSan Diego

LIR - SAN

LIRSAN

Liberia

to 5/1

3:25 pm-4:27 pm

1 stop26h 02m

San Diego

ke 5/7

7:40 pm-2:23 pm

2 stops17h 43m

$511

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

to 4/17

1:10 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop10h 10m

San Diego

pe 4/18

8:40 am-7:40 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$670

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Costa Rica with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to San Diego

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 huhtikuu 1, 2025.

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 huhtikuu 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta 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.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

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?

    $168 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, 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$354Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$393Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$398Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$498Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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