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 6 days ago
$358
Roundtrip
found 6 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 6 days ago
Wed, Oct 28 - Thu, Nov 5
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$363 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$363
Roundtrip
found 6 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 6 days ago
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$394 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$394
Roundtrip
found 4 days 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 4 days ago
Tue, Jun 30 - Thu, Jul 9
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$398 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$398
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Jun 30 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Daniel Oduber Intl., returning Thu, Jul 9, priced at $398 found 20 hours ago
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$406 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$406
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Sep 16 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Sep 23, priced at $406 found 5 hours ago
Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$410 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$410
Roundtrip
found 5 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 5 days ago
Wed, Aug 26 - Sat, Sep 26
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$433 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$433
Roundtrip
found 5 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 5 days ago
Thu, Feb 11 - Fri, Feb 19
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$446 Roundtrip, just found
$446
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Thu, Feb 11 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Fri, Feb 19, priced at $446 just found
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
EWRSan JoséSeptember 2 to September 8$314
EWRSan JoséSeptember 2 to September 8$314
BOSSan JoséSeptember 23 to September 30$344
DENSan JoséAugust 23 to August 29$368
EWRLiberiaSeptember 27 to October 2$405
EWRLiberiaSeptember 27 to October 2$405
JFKSan JoséSeptember 16 to September 23$406
JFKLiberiaAugust 28 to September 2$410
YULSan JoséAugust 28 to September 11$431
LAXSan JoséSeptember 6 to September 26$435
YULLiberiaSeptember 2 to September 6$458
LAXLiberiaAugust 27 to September 5$489
SFOLiberiaAugust 24 to September 2$513
MIALiberiaSeptember 4 to September 6$527
SFOSan JoséSeptember 23 to September 27$540
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
EWRSan JoséJune 21 to June 28$458
EWRSan JoséJune 21 to June 28$458
DENSan JoséJune 20 to July 18$494
YYZSan JoséJune 19 to June 30$552
JFKSan JoséJune 20 to June 23$658
LAXSan JoséJune 21 to June 30$660
BOSSan JoséJune 20 to June 25$664
SFOSan JoséJune 19 to June 25$811
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Costa Rica Flight and Hotel Packages

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.
Cielo Lodge
3.0-star property

Cielo Lodge

Sep 5 - Sep 11

6 night stay

New York (NYC) to San José (SJO)

United • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,263, price is now $1,016 per person
$1,016
per person
found 1 day ago
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
4.0-star property

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Jun 28 - Jul 5

7 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Liberia (LIR)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

Liberia (LIR) to Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $3,587, price is now $1,739 per person
$1,739
per person
found 1 day ago
Tifakara by the Waterfall
4.5-star property

Tifakara by the Waterfall

Aug 23 - Aug 30

7 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)

Delta • Coach

San José (SJO) to Atlanta (ATL)

Southwest Airlines • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $2,133, price is now $1,108 per person
$1,108
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! (487 reviews)
"I would not stay here again. They did a horrible job with out room after reports of ants infestation and no English channels on the television. They waited 2 days to change my room. Staff was not helpful at all. The food was horrible. The steakhouse was not good. I would not recommend this place ..."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 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 Parque Viva and Multiplaza Mall Escazu are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,522 reviews)
"The rooms were so clean and the staff was awesome. When it came to breakfast every morning there was always something different to eat. The pool was very nice and well maintained."

Reviewed on Jun 14, 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 Parque Viva 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 Parque Viva and Multiplaza Mall Escazu are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,166 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Jun 14, 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 $811. 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.