Cheap Flights to Costa Rica from $89 (2025/2026)

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Tue, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 17
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$210 Roundtrip, just found
$210
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $210 just found
Tue, Oct 21 - Fri, Oct 24
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$233 Roundtrip, just found
$233
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Tue, Oct 21 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Fri, Oct 24, priced at $233 just found
Thu, Sep 25 - Mon, Sep 29
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$238 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$238
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $238 found 1 day ago
Fri, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 14
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$248 Roundtrip, just found
$248
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $248 just found
Mon, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 21
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$250 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$250
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Copa flight, departing Mon, Jan 12 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $250 found 1 day ago
Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 17
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$253 Roundtrip, just found
$253
Roundtrip
just found
Select avianca flight, departing Mon, Sep 8 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $253 just found
Sat, Nov 15 - Mon, Nov 24
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$266 Roundtrip, just found
$266
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Mon, Nov 24, priced at $266 just found
Mon, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 14
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$294 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$294
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Daniel Oduber Intl., returning Fri, Nov 14, priced at $294 found 2 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
EWRSan JoséAugust 26 to September 17$210
EWRSan JoséAugust 26 to September 17$210
MIASan JoséSeptember 4 to September 7$226
BOSSan JoséAugust 31 to September 9$234
DENSan JoséSeptember 29 to October 2$236
YYZLiberiaOctober 30 to November 5$277
LAXLiberiaSeptember 1 to September 9$284
JFKLiberiaSeptember 20 to September 27$294
JFKLiberiaSeptember 20 to September 27$294
EWRLiberiaOctober 7 to October 11$309
SFOLiberiaSeptember 9 to September 17$346
YULLiberiaOctober 28 to November 1$350
YYZSan JoséOctober 8 to October 13$351
YULSan JoséOctober 8 to October 12$368
DENLiberiaOctober 21 to October 28$375
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
MIASan JoséAugust 15 to August 17$243
LAXSan JoséAugust 15 to August 24$345
DENSan JoséAugust 17 to August 20$354
JFKSan JoséAugust 17 to August 23$440
JFKSan JoséAugust 17 to August 23$440
LGALiberiaAugust 17 to August 27$459
EWRSan JoséAugust 17 to August 23$466
LAXLiberiaAugust 16 to September 4$474
SFOLiberiaAugust 16 to September 6$550
YULSan JoséAugust 15 to August 25$583
MIALiberiaAugust 17 to August 24$593
YULLiberiaAugust 16 to August 20$663
DENLiberiaAugust 16 to August 23$795
BOSLiberiaAugust 15 to August 17$946
JFKLiberiaAugust 15 to August 19$1,044
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Costa Rica Flight and Hotel Packages

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Ronny's Flat Manuel Antonio
3.0-star property

Ronny's Flat Manuel Antonio

Sep 16 - Sep 23

7 night stay

Dallas (DFW) to San José (SJO)

Spirit Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
per person
found 24 hours ago
Vista Suites at Parador
2.5-star property

Vista Suites at Parador

Nov 1 - Nov 7

6 night stay

Los Angeles (LAX) to San José (SJO)

Alaska Airlines • Roundtrip • Coach
per person
found 1 day ago
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
5.0-star property

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

Nov 3 - Nov 8

5 night stay

Dallas (DFW) to San José (SJO)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

San José (SJO) to Dallas (DFW)

Viva Aerobus • Non-stop • Coach
per person
found 1 day ago
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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
Stay at this 3-star 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 Plaza Real Alajuela are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (2,282 reviews)
"Perfectly fine clean hotel 1 minute from the airport in case your flight gets in past 2pm. Very decent breakfast included before you begin your journey the next morning would def stay again."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
Barceló San José

Barceló San José

4 out of 5
Autopista General Canas 3km, El Robledal - La Uruca, San José, San Jose
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in San José. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions National Stadium of Costa Rica and Sabana Park are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,652 reviews)
"Beautiful place and breakfast was delicious."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Barceló San José
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 4-star 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! (1,190 reviews)
"The staff was amazing! From the reception desk to the waiters and not to mention the bartenders. Everyone was so friendly and with a great attitude some even knew me by name. We had one problem with one of our rooms but we got the issue resolved and they moved us rooms. The shows were great and the ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica

3.5 out of 5
Sobre Autopista General Cañas, Ulloa, Heredia
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Ulloa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and National Stadium of Costa Rica are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,614 reviews)
"Amazing deal. Amazing breakfast!"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
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 $210 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?
August 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 $210. 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 $210 and $1,044. 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.

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.