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$261+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to San Francisco (SFO)

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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SFO
Apr 6 — Apr 131
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to San Francisco

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

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$411
(Vliegwinkel)

One-way from

$261
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$536

Good round-trip deal

$529 or less

Good one-way deal

$283 or less
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From Costa Rica to San Francisco
One-way flight from Costa Rica to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Costa Rica to San Francisco.
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This Vliegwinkel 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/34:52 pmLIR - SFO
Nonstop7h 08mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/105:35 pmSFO - LIR
1 stop11h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31$411
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.
Wed 5/211:06 amSJO - SFO
1 stop31h 25mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/276:08 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop28h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31$424
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2511:35 amSJO - SFO
1 stop26h 44mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/22:18 pmSFO - SJO
2 stops32h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$435
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/203:05 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop8h 40mAvianca
Sun 5/2512:05 amSFO - SJO
1 stop10h 10mAvianca
Deal found 3/31$459
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/21:00 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop12h 08mJetBlue
Fri 5/910:59 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop11h 56mJetBlue
Deal found 3/31$467
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/103:05 pmLIR - SFO
1 stop31h 40mAir Canada
Fri 4/188:20 amSFO - LIR
1 stop29h 25mAir Canada
Deal found 3/31$628
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/31:25 pmLIR - SFO
1 stop9h 55mSouthwest
Sat 5/107:45 pmSFO - LIR
2 stops16h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$701
This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/34:52 pmLIR - SFO
Nonstop7h 08mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/912:05 amSFO - LIR
2 stops12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$713
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/412:45 pmLIR - SFO
1 stop11h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/2712:59 amSFO - LIR
1 stop11h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/1$720
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.
Thu 5/153:25 pmLIR - SFO
1 stop16h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/2112:43 amSFO - LIR
1 stop12h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$816
This WestJet 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/151:25 pmLIR - SFO
2 stops33h 00mWestJet
Thu 5/227:30 amSFO - LIR
1 stop21h 36mWestJet
Deal found 3/31$1,443

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to San Francisco 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 April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LiberiaSan Francisco

LIR - SFO

LIRSFO

Liberia

Sat 5/3

4:52 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop7h 08m

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

5:35 pm-6:20 am

1 stop11h 45m

$411

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

1:06 am-7:31 am

1 stop31h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 5/27

6:08 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop28h 38m

$424

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/25

11:35 am-1:19 pm

1 stop26h 44m

San Francisco

Fri 5/2

2:18 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops32h 17m

$435

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/20

3:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop8h 40m

San Francisco

Sun 5/25

12:05 am-11:15 am

1 stop10h 10m

$459

San JoséSan Francisco

SJO - SFO

SJOSFO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/2

1:00 pm-12:08 am

1 stop12h 08m

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

10:59 pm-11:55 am

1 stop11h 56m

$467

LiberiaSan Francisco

LIR - SFO

LIRSFO

Liberia

Sat 5/3

1:25 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop9h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 5/10

7:45 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops16h 25m

$701

LiberiaSan Francisco

LIR - SFO

LIRSFO

Liberia

Sat 5/3

4:52 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop7h 08m

San Francisco

Fri 5/9

12:05 am-1:10 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$713

LiberiaSan Francisco

LIR - SFO

LIRSFO

Liberia

Wed 6/4

12:45 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop11h 07m

San Francisco

Sun 7/27

12:59 am-1:00 pm

1 stop11h 01m

$720

LiberiaSan Francisco

LIR - SFO

LIRSFO

Liberia

Thu 5/15

3:25 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop24h 39m

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

11:59 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop11h 11m

$816

LiberiaSan Francisco

LIR - SFO

LIRSFO

Liberia

Fri 4/11

3:05 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop31h 40m

San Francisco

Fri 4/18

8:20 am-2:45 pm

1 stop29h 25m

$1,159

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco 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 Francisco

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Costa Rica to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2025.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Costa Rica to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Costa Rica to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated April 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines from Costa Rica to San Francisco have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

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 Francisco. 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 Francisco from Costa Rica?

    San Francisco (SFO), located 11.8 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Costa Rica to San Francisco.

  • How popular is this Costa Rica to San Francisco flight route?

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

    $261 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and JetBlue, with prices starting from $271 and $322, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Costa Rica to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Costa Rica to San Francisco is $176. On average you can expect to pay $777. The most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $377.

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

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

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

    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 Francisco.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Costa Rica to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 7 airlines flying from Costa Rica to San Francisco

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to San Francisco. 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 April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$254Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$301Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$316Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$337Average$730FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$373Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$398Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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