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$188 Cheap flights to Costa Rica

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Costa Rica departing on 9/16. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Recent flights found to popular cities in Costa Rica

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Flights to San José, San José Province

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Multiple Airlines
Sep 16
JFK
9h 57m
1 stop
SJO
Sep 24
SJO
10h 18m
1 stop
JFK
Volaris El Salvador
Sep 30
JFK
9h 57m
1 stop
SJO
Oct 8
SJO
11h 08m
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Volaris El Salvador
Sep 9
IAD
22h 16m
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SJO
23h 19m
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IAD
Volaris El Salvador
Nov 14
IAD
20h 53m
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SJO
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SJO
12h 06m
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IAD
Spirit Airlines
Sep 17
LGA
7h 05m
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SJO
Sep 24
SJO
8h 28m
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LGA
Spirit Airlines
Sep 17
LGA
7h 05m
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SJO
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Volaris El Salvador
Sep 26
JFK
9h 57m
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SJO
Oct 1
SJO
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Volaris El Salvador
Oct 17
IAD
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SJO
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Volaris El Salvador
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IAD
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SJO
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Sep 17
LGA
7h 05m
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SJO
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Spirit Airlines
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LGA
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SJO
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Volaris El Salvador
Oct 10
JFK
9h 57m
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SJO
Oct 15
SJO
11h 08m
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JFK
American Airlines
Sep 9
BWI
7h 40m
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LIR
Sep 12
LIR
9h 19m
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BWI
United Airlines
Nov 2
IAD
16h 39m
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LIR
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LIR
12h 38m
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Oct 26
JFK
5h 15m
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LIR
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American Airlines
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BWI
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LIR
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BWI
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LIR
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United Airlines
Feb 3
IAD
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LIR
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LIR
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Oct 26
JFK
5h 15m
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LIR
5h 07m
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Delta
Jan 20
BWI
9h 19m
1 stop
LIR
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LIR
7h 15m
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American Airlines
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IAD
21h 05m
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LIR
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IAD
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LIR
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BWI
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LIR
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IAD
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LIR
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Volaris Costa Rica
Aug 25
LAX10:12 pmLos Angeles
23h 55m
1 stop
SJO11:07 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 29
SJO5:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 12m
1 stop
LAX8:42 pmLos Angeles
American Airlines
Aug 26
IAD6:52 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 33m
1 stop
SJO1:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 28
SJO7:01 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 43m
2 stops
IAD8:44 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
JetBlue
Aug 26
JFK6:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 18m
SJO9:58 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 26
SJO10:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
5h 08m
JFK5:08 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Spirit Airlines
Aug 28
LGA11:55 amNew York LaGuardia
14h 10m
1 stop
SJO12:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 11
SJO12:32 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 28m
1 stop
LGA11:00 pmNew York LaGuardia
Copa Airlines
Aug 27
JFK3:18 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
8h 46m
1 stop
SJO10:04 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 26
SJO5:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 27m
1 stop
JFK3:49 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Multiple Airlines
Aug 29
IAD1:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 30m
SJO3:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 3
SJO11:01 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 09m
1 stop
IAD12:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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JetBlue
Sep 27
JFK5:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
5h 28m
SJO8:48 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 4
SJO9:56 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
5h 08m
JFK5:04 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Avianca
Jan 18
IAD11:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4h 50m
SJO3:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 21
SJO5:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
4h 35m
IAD10:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines
Sep 28
EWR7:41 amNewark
5h 03m
LIR10:44 amLiberia
Oct 5
LIR4:35 pmLiberia
5h 04m
EWR11:39 pmNewark
Alaska Airlines
Nov 25
LAX4:23 pmLos Angeles
5h 36m
SJO11:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 3
SJO1:24 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 36m
LAX6:00 amLos Angeles
Delta
Nov 16
LAX11:15 pmLos Angeles
5h 42m
SJO6:57 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 25
SJO8:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 19m
LAX12:49 pmLos Angeles
Volaris
Oct 17
LAX10:12 pmLos Angeles
7h 23m
SJO6:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 28
SJO2:41 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 30m
LAX9:11 pmLos Angeles

Costa Rica flights insights and trends

Explore insights for your Costa Rica flight to craft the best travel plan

What is the cheapest flight to Costa Rica?

The best prices found on momondo for flights to Costa Rica are:
$66 per person with Volaris
$74 per person with Copa Airlines
$76 per person with Wingo
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What are the most popular cities to visit in Costa Rica?

Some of the world’s most well-traveled cities are in Costa Rica. The most popular city to travel to in Costa Rica is San José, San José Province, which momondo users choose as their landing destination 85% more often than other cities. The next most popular cities in Costa Rica are Liberia and Limon.

How long is the flight from United States to Costa Rica?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in United States you fly out of and what airport in Costa Rica you fly into. For example, flying from Los Angeles to San José Juan Santamaria Intl takes 5h 40m on average. On the other hand, flying from Miami to San José Juan Santamaria Intl takes 2h 50m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What airlines fly to Costa Rica?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Avianca are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 15 different airlines that fly to Costa Rica on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Cheapest flights to cities in Costa Rica

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San José
San José

Cheap Costa Rica flight deals and tips

Summary info about Costa Rica flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

$85

Best Round-Trip Price

$188

Fastest flight time

5h 18m

Operated By

7 airlines
The best one-way flight price to Costa Rica from United States in the last 72 hours is $85 (New York LaGuardia to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
The best round-trip flight price to Costa Rica from United States in the last 72 hours is $188 (New York John F Kennedy Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
The fastest flight to Costa Rica from United States takes 5h 18m (New York John F Kennedy Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl).
There are 7 airlines operating flights to Costa Rica, including American Airlines, JetBlue and Spirit Airlines.

Frequently asked questions about flying to Costa Rica

What popular landmarks are in Costa Rica?

What is the best airport to land at to visit Playas del Coco?

When visiting Playas del Coco in Coco, the closest airport is Liberia Airport.

What is the most popular airport in Costa Rica to fly to?

How much are flights to Costa Rica?

The cost to fly to Costa Rica varies based on a variety of factors, but you can expect to find prices as low as $68 or as high as $6,419. Based on recent airfare data, we’ve found that a ticket to Costa Rica for $522 or less is a good deal, whereas $630 is the average cost.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Costa Rica?

Flying to Costa Rica on a Tuesday or Monday is your best option since this is when flight prices tend to be at their lowest for the week. The most expensive day of the week to fly to Costa Rica is on a Friday.

Where is it cheapest to fly into Costa Rica?

When traveling to Costa Rica, San José Juan Santamaria Intl airport in San José offers the cheapest overall flights with an average airfare of $68, while the second most affordable option is Liberia airport with an average airfare of $125 for Liberia.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Costa Rica?

Prices for flights to Costa Rica are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Costa Rica?

How old do you have to be to fly to Costa Rica?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Costa Rica.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Costa Rica may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Costa Rica?

Finding the right flight to Costa Rica is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Costa Rica quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Costa Rica on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

How can momondo help me find flights to Costa Rica?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Costa Rica by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Costa Rica right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Price alerts on flights to Costa Rica are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.


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Cheapest flight routes to Costa Rica

These routes have the cheapest flights to Costa Rica found by momondo users in United States
DepartingDestinationBest TimeBest Price
HoustonSan José3h 30m$162
New YorkSan José6h 48m$183
Washington, D.C.San José4h 50m$189
Fort LauderdaleSan José2h 40m$193
OrlandoSan José3h 13m$209
Los AngelesSan José5h 40m$213
DallasSan José4h 04m$217
MiamiSan José2h 50m$221
ChicagoSan José5h 21m$228
AtlantaSan José3h 56m$230
NewarkSan José5h 15m$233
HartfordSan José7h 20m$236
OaklandSan José14h 50m$247
BaltimoreSan José5h 00m$253
PhoenixSan José7h 31m$253
BostonSan José7h 25m$254