Cheap Flights to Costa Rica from $199 (2026/2027)

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Sun, Jul 26 - Thu, Jul 30
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$440 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$440
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sun, Jul 26 from Los Angeles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Thu, Jul 30, priced at $440 found 5 days ago
Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$486 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$486
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 8 from Los Angeles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sat, Aug 15, priced at $486 found 7 hours ago
Mon, Jun 8 - Sat, Jun 13
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$495 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$495
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Viva flight, departing Mon, Jun 8 from Los Angeles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sat, Jun 13, priced at $495 found 3 days ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Tue, Nov 24
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$502 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$502
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Los Angeles Intl. to Daniel Oduber Intl., returning Tue, Nov 24, priced at $502 found 19 hours ago
Mon, Jan 18 - Tue, Jan 19
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$508 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$508
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Mon, Jan 18 from Los Angeles Intl. to Daniel Oduber Intl., returning Tue, Jan 19, priced at $508 found 10 hours ago
Sat, Dec 12 - Mon, Dec 21
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$526 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$526
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Dec 12 from Los Angeles Intl. to Daniel Oduber Intl., returning Mon, Dec 21, priced at $526 found 6 days ago
Sun, Jul 5 - Sun, Jul 12
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$926 Roundtrip, just found
$926
Roundtrip
just found
Select Aeromexico flight, departing Sun, Jul 5 from Los Angeles Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sun, Jul 12, priced at $926 just found
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
MIASan JoséSeptember 1 to September 23$342
BOSSan JoséJune 3 to June 7$350
JFKLiberiaJune 8 to June 16$376
JFKLiberiaJune 8 to June 16$376
EWRSan JoséAugust 5 to August 19$421
EWRSan JoséAugust 5 to August 19$421
EWRLiberiaAugust 24 to August 29$427
YULSan JoséAugust 28 to September 4$428
JFKSan JoséJune 21 to June 25$434
BOSLiberiaJune 6 to June 12$464
YULLiberiaJune 14 to June 21$466
LAXSan JoséAugust 8 to August 15$473
LAXLiberiaAugust 24 to November 24$502
SFOSan JoséAugust 22 to August 29$531
SFOLiberiaAugust 10 to August 19$553
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
BOSSan JoséMay 24 to June 6$429
BOSLiberiaMay 23 to May 30$494
LGALiberiaMay 24 to June 1$522
YULLiberiaMay 22 to May 27$556
LAXSan JoséMay 24 to May 29$562
YYZLiberiaMay 23 to May 30$566
EWRLiberiaMay 24 to May 28$642
LAXLiberiaMay 22 to May 29$678
SFOSan JoséMay 23 to May 30$769
EWRSan JoséMay 23 to May 26$772
SFOLiberiaMay 23 to May 31$843
MIALiberiaMay 22 to May 25$878
DENLiberiaMay 24 to May 30$883
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Costa Rica Flight and Hotel Packages

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Cielo Lodge
3.0-star property

Cielo Lodge

Jun 24 - Jun 29

5 night stay

New York (JFK) to San José (SJO)

Copa • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,986, price is now $1,045 per person
$1,045
per person
found 1 day ago
Suitree Experience Hotel
4.0-star property

Suitree Experience Hotel

Jul 5 - Jul 10

5 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Liberia (LIR)

JetBlue Airways • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $2,467, price is now $1,171 per person
$1,171
per person
found 1 day ago
Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge
3.5-star property

Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge

Aug 16 - Aug 22

6 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)

Delta • Coach

San José (SJO) to Atlanta (ATL)

Frontier Airlines • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $2,234, price is now $1,190 per person
$1,190
per person
found 19 hours ago
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Travelers ❤️ These Costa Rica 🏨

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! (394 reviews)
"excellente"

Reviewed on May 19, 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 Playa Potrero are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (1,534 reviews)
"Clean"

Reviewed on May 19, 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! (2,510 reviews)
"The hotel staff were excellent and I particularly appreciate the man who let me know I could leave my rental car keys in a drop box instead of driving it to a return location. The proximity to the airport was important to us but food in the restaurant was not particularly inspiring, lacking the charm ..."

Reviewed on May 19, 2026

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Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

3.5 out of 5
6 km oeste del Parque Central La Fortuna
Book a stay at this spa hotel in La Fortuna. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions Arenal Volcano National Park and Los Lagos Hot Springs are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,447 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at Los Lagos! The staff were friendly, and then complimentary breakfast was great. The hot springs are very well maintained, as is the rest of the property. Make sure to check out the trails and the viewpoint! Our only comment is that the walls are quite thin so you can easily ..."

Reviewed on May 18, 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 $342 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 14 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?
July 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 $342. 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 $342 and $926. 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.