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$228+ 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 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SAN
ene. 26 — feb. 21
dom. 1/26
dom. 2/2
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 enero 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$425
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$228
(Kiwi.com)
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 enero 21, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
lun. 2/2411:15 amSJO - SAN
3 stops37h 41mMultiple Airlines
vie. 2/287:41 pmSAN - SJO
3 stops38h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$425
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mié. 4/212:26 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops20h 04mSpirit Airlines
mié. 4/93:10 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops19h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$432
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
vie. 9/198:37 amSJO - SAN
1 stop24h 53mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/307:15 amSAN - SJO
1 stop23h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$472
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
jue. 10/167:46 amSJO - SAN
2 stops32h 05mAeromexico
lun. 10/2011:00 amSAN - SJO
2 stops23h 48mAeromexico
Deal found 1/21$478
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mié. 4/26:05 amSJO - SAN
1 stop18h 03mAmerican Airlines
mié. 4/97:02 amSAN - SJO
1 stop14h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$490
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mar. 4/221:10 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops19h 40mSouthwest
dom. 4/278:05 amSAN - SJO
2 stops10h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 1/21$542
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 1/283:30 pmLIR - SAN
1 stop22h 33mAir Canada
jue. 2/64:00 pmSAN - LIR
2 stops25h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 1/20$567
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
sáb. 2/18:50 amLIR - SAN
2 stops13h 08mUnited Airlines
mié. 2/56:30 pmSAN - LIR
2 stops21h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/20$582
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
mar. 1/283:30 pmLIR - SAN
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
jue. 2/69:53 amSAN - LIR
3 stops31h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$652
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
mié. 11/52:26 amSJO - SAN
3 stops16h 34mAlaska Airlines
lun. 11/108:05 amSAN - SJO
2 stops12h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$680
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
mar. 1/216:40 pmLIR - SAN
2 stops40h 37mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 1/254:27 pmSAN - LIR
2 stops22h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$738
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 11/68:30 pmSJO - SAN
3 stops23h 19mAvianca
lun. 11/108:50 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops32h 45mAvianca
Deal found 1/20$789

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 enero 21, 2025.

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San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 2/24

11:15 am-10:56 pm

3 stops37h 41m

San Diego

vie. 2/28

7:41 pm-12:20 pm

3 stops38h 39m

$425

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 4/2

12:26 pm-7:30 am

2 stops20h 04m

San Diego

mié. 4/9

3:10 pm-11:33 am

2 stops19h 23m

$432

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 5/28

8:45 am-10:37 pm

1 stop14h 52m

San Diego

dom. 6/1

6:41 pm-10:11 am

1 stop14h 30m

$481

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 4/2

6:05 am-11:08 pm

1 stop18h 03m

San Diego

mié. 4/9

7:02 am-10:05 pm

1 stop14h 03m

$490

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 4/22

1:10 pm-7:50 am

2 stops19h 40m

San Diego

dom. 4/27

8:05 am-7:40 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$542

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 2/18

1:08 pm-5:01 pm

2 stops29h 53m

San Diego

mar. 2/25

10:58 am-11:36 pm

2 stops34h 38m

$544

LiberiaSan Diego

LIR - SAN

LIRSAN

Liberia

sáb. 2/1

8:50 am-11:07 am

1 stop28h 17m

San Diego

mié. 2/5

8:01 am-5:57 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$582

LiberiaSan Diego

LIR - SAN

LIRSAN

Liberia

sáb. 2/1

2:45 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops23h 18m

San Diego

mié. 2/5

6:15 am-1:45 pm

3 stops29h 30m

$675

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 5/27

12:56 am-5:08 pm

2 stops17h 12m

San Diego

sáb. 5/31

3:57 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops30h 49m

$697

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 3/20

8:30 pm-11:43 pm

3 stops28h 13m

San Diego

dom. 3/23

10:00 am-11:20 pm

3 stops12h 20m

$1,158

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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 enero 21, 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 enero 21, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Copa Airlines
7.7
Good
1,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,849 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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?

    $228 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $254 and $268, 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 enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$193Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$354Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$393Average$594FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$398Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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