Cheap Flights to Costa Rica from $138 (2026/2027)

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Wed, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 10
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$257 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Arajet flight, departing Wed, Jun 3 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Jun 10, priced at $257 found 1 day ago
Tue, Apr 14 - Mon, Apr 20
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$270 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$270
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 14 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Mon, Apr 20, priced at $270 found 23 hours ago
Thu, Apr 9 - Mon, May 11
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$302 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$302
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Apr 9 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Mon, May 11, priced at $302 found 11 hours ago
Fri, May 8 - Sat, May 16
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$303 Roundtrip, just found
$303
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, May 8 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sat, May 16, priced at $303 just found
Wed, Jul 22 - Sun, Jul 26
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$323 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$323
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jul 22 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sun, Jul 26, priced at $323 found 14 hours ago
Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, May 12
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$324 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$324
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Apr 27 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Tue, May 12, priced at $324 found 1 day ago
Tue, May 26 - Thu, Jun 4
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$326 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$326
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 26 from Los Angeles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Thu, Jun 4, priced at $326 found 6 days ago
Tue, Apr 21 - Mon, Apr 27
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$327 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$327
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Copa flight, departing Tue, Apr 21 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Mon, Apr 27, priced at $327 found 6 hours ago
Mon, May 25 - Fri, May 29
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$342 Roundtrip, just found
$342
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, May 25 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Daniel Oduber Intl., returning Fri, May 29, priced at $342 just found
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
YYZLiberiaJune 7 to June 17$266
MIASan JoséMay 7 to May 11$296
EWRSan JoséJune 10 to June 17$298
EWRSan JoséJune 10 to June 17$298
SFOSan JoséMay 24 to May 30$305
YULLiberiaJune 7 to June 14$334
JFKLiberiaApril 26 to May 5$342
EWRLiberiaJune 2 to June 6$344
YULSan JoséMay 22 to May 29$376
BOSLiberiaJune 5 to June 13$378
MIALiberiaApril 19 to April 23$392
LAXSan JoséMay 26 to June 1$397
DENLiberiaApril 25 to May 15$422
SFOLiberiaApril 27 to May 6$446
LAXLiberiaApril 21 to April 29$452
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BOSSan JoséApril 3 to April 10$388
BOSLiberiaApril 5 to April 14$429
JFKSan JoséApril 4 to April 12$591
YULSan JoséApril 4 to April 18$634
LAXSan JoséApril 5 to April 10$642
LAXLiberiaApril 4 to April 19$688
EWRSan JoséApril 3 to April 12$702
JFKLiberiaApril 4 to April 9$716
JFKLiberiaApril 4 to April 9$716
DENSan JoséApril 4 to April 11$719
SFOSan JoséApril 5 to April 7$763
SFOLiberiaApril 5 to April 15$832
EWRLiberiaApril 4 to April 8$895
YULLiberiaApril 4 to April 18$919
DENLiberiaApril 4 to April 11$951
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Costa Rica Flight and Hotel Packages

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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
4.0-star property

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Apr 13 - Apr 18

5 night stay

Dallas (DFW) to Liberia (LIR)

JetBlue Airways • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $2,713, price is now $1,465 per person
$1,465
per person
found 1 day ago
Suitree Experience Hotel
4.0-star property

Suitree Experience Hotel

May 4 - May 9

5 night stay

Dallas (DFW) to Liberia (LIR)

American Airlines • Coach

Liberia (LIR) to Dallas (DFW)

JetBlue Airways • Coach
Price was $2,911, price is now $1,531 per person
$1,531
per person
found 1 day ago
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
5.0-star property

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

Apr 24 - Apr 28

4 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San José (SJO)

Copa • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $2,791, price is now $1,508 per person
$1,508
per person
found 11 hours ago
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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach are located nearby.
8.2/10 Very Good! (228 reviews)
The lunch and dinner meal was not what I expected.. rice wasn’t cooked fully and stake house let me down as a restaurant.

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026

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Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

Wyndham San Jose Herradura Hotel & Convention Center

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas La Asunción Heredia
Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Asunción. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National Stadium of Costa Rica are located nearby.
7.6/10 Good! (2,044 reviews)
El hotel en general necesita una actualización y mejorar áreas como la piscina para q sean atractivas al ojo del huésped. Durante mi estadia no hubo agua caliente. No hay nevera en la habitación. Por otro lado, el personal es excelente, amables y respetuosos, le doy un 10. El desayuno es muy ...

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026

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Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

3 out of 5
Hwy 1 Airport Blvd Rio Segundo
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Casino Fiesta are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,454 reviews)
We stayed on 4th floor for one night ahead of a flight. Good room, soundproofed, spacious enough, good bathroom. I used the small gym which was adequate. We had the buffet breakfast, which was fine. We ate out for dinner at restaurant in the park where hotel is located. 5 car rental companies are ...

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2026

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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal Sardinal Guanacaste
Book a stay at this beach property in Sardinal. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Coco Beach and Ocotal Beach are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (1,469 reviews)
Love it

Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Costa Rica?
Travelers picked up a roundtrip flight to Costa Rica for as little as $257 within the last seven days. If you spot a bargain, act fast. Cheap deals don't wait around forever! This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Costa Rica departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Which airlines fly to Costa Rica?
Put together your itinerary and then jet away with any of the 16 airlines that operate flights to Costa Rica. Secure a seat with favorite air carrier, Costa Rica Green Airways. It operates approximately 242 flights a month to San Jose, Costa Rica's gateway city, so finding your perfect fare should be a breeze.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?
June is the cheapest month to make your way to Costa Rica based on Travelocity's direct return flight demand from January to December last year. We can help you lock in an amazing deal so you can start preparing your vacation today.
How can I check my flight status to Costa Rica?
Make the most of our customer portal, Trips. You'll find all things related to your flight to Costa Rica here, including information about flight delays, gate changes and more. You'll see Trips at the top of the Travelocity homepage. Sign in to your free account and find what you need. You can also look up your itinerary while you're on the move and get itinerary updates with the Travelocity app. All your itineraries are in one place, making it easy to share details with any members of your family flying with you.
How do I find the best deals on flights to Costa Rica?
Being flexible with your dates will help you score an incredible deal. Travelocity makes it a piece of cake to find your perfect fare through the "Flexible dates" feature. Search for your flight to Costa Rica, then compare the cheapest prices for surrounding days by clicking the Flexible dates dropdown box above. Booking ahead of schedule and traveling outside of peak periods will also help you save. In the last seven days, the best price for a roundtrip flight to Costa Rica was $257. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Why should I book my flight to Costa Rica with Travelocity?
Where to begin! With our cheap flights to Costa Rica, rental cars, hotels, activities and more, you'll discover everything you need for the perfect getaway with Travelocity. Reserve your cheap family flights and make use of our round-the-clock social media support and free cancellations on select airlines if necessary. Our aim is to offer hassle-free travel when you book with us so that you can spend less time on the nitty-gritty and more time building memories with your travel crew.
What are the most popular flight routes to Costa Rica?
As a much-loved tourist destination, it's easy to find flights to Costa Rica. Here are some of the popular routes:

  • Tambor (TMU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 1,274 flights a month.
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 1,061 flights a month.
  • Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 853 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Costa Rica on average?
Based on prices found over the last seven days, roundtrip flights to Costa Rica were between $257 and $951. Whenever you're ready to take off, Travelocity will help you find a fare to fit your budget. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to Costa Rica?
Here you'll find a few popular direct flights to Costa Rica with their average journey times:

  • Tambor (TMU) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 25 minutes
  • Panama City (PTY-Tocumen Intl.) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 1 hour and 19 minutes
  • Miami, FL (MIA-Miami Intl.) to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 2 hours and 53 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Costa Rica?
The length of your flight and whether you choose a full-service or low-cost airline will mostly determine this. If you're searching for long-haul flights to Costa Rica, entertainment, food and drinks will come standard. Wondering about cheap flights for family vacations? Check out the deals from budget carriers. Normally, these airlines don't come with as many inclusions, so be prepared to pay for food and drinks.