Cheap Flights to Costa Rica from $182 (2026/2027)

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Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$358 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$358
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Oct 28 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Daniel Oduber Intl., returning Thu, Nov 5, priced at $358 found 4 days ago
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$363 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$363
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Wed, Oct 28 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Daniel Oduber Intl., returning Thu, Nov 5, priced at $363 found 4 days ago
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$394 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$394
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Copa flight, departing Thu, Oct 29 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Tue, Nov 3, priced at $394 found 1 day ago
Thu, Jan 28 - Sat, Feb 6
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$402 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$402
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, Jan 28 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sat, Feb 6, priced at $402 found 7 hours ago
Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$410 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$410
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 9 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Daniel Oduber Intl., returning Mon, Sep 14, priced at $410 found 3 days ago
Wed, Aug 26 - Sat, Sep 26
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$433 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$433
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 26 from Los Angeles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sat, Sep 26, priced at $433 found 2 days ago
Sat, Feb 13 - Sun, Feb 21
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$446 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$446
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select avianca flight, departing Sat, Feb 13 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sun, Feb 21, priced at $446 found 11 hours ago
Fri, Sep 11 - Thu, Sep 17
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$452 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$452
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 11 from Los Angeles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Thu, Sep 17, priced at $452 found 3 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
EWRSan JoséSeptember 2 to October 7$314
EWRSan JoséSeptember 2 to October 7$314
YULLiberiaSeptember 12 to September 19$340
BOSSan JoséSeptember 6 to September 11$380
JFKSan JoséAugust 28 to September 4$402
EWRLiberiaJuly 21 to July 27$410
EWRLiberiaJuly 21 to July 27$410
JFKLiberiaAugust 28 to September 2$410
YULSan JoséAugust 28 to September 11$431
LAXSan JoséSeptember 6 to September 15$441
BOSLiberiaSeptember 12 to September 24$446
LAXLiberiaAugust 30 to October 27$462
SFOLiberiaAugust 13 to September 3$513
MIALiberiaJuly 9 to July 11$536
SFOSan JoséSeptember 23 to September 27$540
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
MIASan JoséJune 20 to July 24$410
EWRSan JoséJune 20 to July 25$477
EWRSan JoséJune 20 to July 25$477
JFKLiberiaJune 21 to June 26$488
BOSLiberiaJune 20 to June 25$513
LAXLiberiaJune 21 to June 28$616
YULSan JoséJune 19 to June 29$627
MIALiberiaJune 20 to June 21$646
JFKSan JoséJune 21 to June 28$655
BOSSan JoséJune 21 to June 25$665
LAXSan JoséJune 20 to June 25$672
EWRLiberiaJune 20 to June 27$696
SFOLiberiaJune 21 to June 27$724
SFOSan JoséJune 19 to June 22$818
YULLiberiaJune 20 to June 24$1,028
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Costa Rica Flight and Hotel Packages

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Casa Lamia
3.5-star property

Casa Lamia

Aug 15 - Aug 22

7 night stay

Dallas (DFW) to San José (SJO)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $2,140, price is now $1,030 per person
$1,030
per person
found 1 day ago
Suitree Experience Hotel
4.0-star property

Suitree Experience Hotel

Jul 22 - Jul 27

5 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Liberia (LIR)

JetBlue Airways • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $2,782, price is now $1,417 per person
$1,417
per person
found 18 hours ago
Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge
3.5-star property

Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge

Aug 15 - Aug 22

7 night stay

Dallas (DFW) to San José (SJO)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $2,633, price is now $1,443 per person
$1,443
per person
found 1 day 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 Playa Potrero are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (478 reviews)
"Easy beach access, lovely grounds"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 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! (2,517 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and courteous. Room was updated and clean. Great location near the airport."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026

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Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

4.5 out of 5
700 meters West from Bridgestone/Firest La Asunción Heredia
Book a stay at this luxury resort in La Asunción. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National Stadium of Costa Rica are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Wonderful place ! Staff helpful, rooms clean!"

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2026

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Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

Fairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela

3.5 out of 5
Radial Francisco J. Orlich Rio Segundo Alajuela
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rio Segundo. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and City Mall are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,164 reviews)
"Staff was courteous and helpful."

Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026

Opens in a new windowFairfield by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela
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 $314 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 15 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?
October 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 $314. 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 $314 and $1,028. 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.