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$166+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Tampa (TPA)

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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — TPA
Dec 23 — Dec 301
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Tampa

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Costa Rica (CR0) to Tampa (TPA). 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 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$276
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$166
(American Airlines)
From Costa Rica to Tampa
One-way flight from Costa Rica to Tampa

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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/227:05 amSJO - TPA
1 stop10h 45mDelta
Tue 12/3112:15 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop10h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/17$352
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/201:49 amSJO - TPA
1 stop7h 11mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/217:35 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/17$380
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/242:20 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop19h 26mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/29:35 amTPA - SJO
1 stop15h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$383
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/206:15 amSJO - TPA
2 stops11h 36mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/103:34 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$405
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/302:53 pmSJO - TPA
3 stops31h 54mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/167:35 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop6h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$502
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/164:08 amSJO - TPA
1 stop7h 35mCopa Airlines
Sat 1/187:08 pmTPA - SJO
2 stops14h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$551

Find flights from Costa Rica to Tampa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Tampa 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 18, 2024.

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San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/23

1:57 am-9:28 am

1 stop6h 31m

Tampa

Tue 1/28

7:35 pm-12:59 am

1 stop6h 24m

$276

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/3

6:00 am-4:44 pm

1 stop9h 44m

Tampa

Sun 3/2

3:00 pm-7:27 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$284

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/11

4:09 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Tampa

Wed 2/19

2:32 pm-7:08 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$298

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/27

1:57 am-9:28 am

1 stop6h 31m

Tampa

Thu 1/30

2:32 pm-10:01 am

1 stop20h 29m

$305

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/28

3:33 pm-12:23 am

1 stop7h 50m

Tampa

Tue 12/31

12:15 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$518

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/15

8:45 am-11:25 pm

2 stops12h 40m

Tampa

Mon 5/19

10:50 am-7:40 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$551

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/28

6:30 am-9:38 pm

1 stop14h 08m

Tampa

Wed 1/1

6:40 am-11:58 pm

1 stop18h 18m

$553

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/17

6:30 am-6:15 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$166

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/14

4:10 am-1:41 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$168

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/23

1:25 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$169

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa

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Travel insights for flights from Costa Rica to Tampa

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Costa Rica to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

When flying from Costa Rica to Tampa, 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 Tampa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tampa ranges from 1.6 - 7.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Tampa when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Tampa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tampa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Copa Airlines and American Airlines from Costa Rica to Tampa have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

7.7
Good
1,721 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

7.4
Good
3,279 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
8.0
Very good
9,554 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Things were good, crew was good. It was just the flight itself was very rough. Lots of turbulence, probably one of the shakiest flights I've been on. Kids throwing up, kids crying everywhere because of it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Tampa. 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 Tampa from Costa Rica?

    For a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa, you will be flying into Tampa. Tampa (TPA) is just 4.9 mi from the center of the city.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Costa Rica to Tampa are American Airlines ($166), Spirit Airlines ($169), and United Airlines ($199).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Tampa 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 Tampa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Costa Rica to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 6 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Tampa

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Tampa. 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 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$206Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$257Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$272Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$288Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$305Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$395Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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