Cheap Flights to Costa Rica from $97 (2025/2026)

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Tue, May 27 - Fri, May 30
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$233 Roundtrip, just found
$233
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 27 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Fri, May 30, priced at $233 just found
Mon, Jun 2 - Tue, Jun 3
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$242 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$242
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jun 2 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Tue, Jun 3, priced at $242 found 3 days ago
Tue, May 27 - Fri, May 30
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$244 Roundtrip, just found
$244
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 27 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Fri, May 30, priced at $244 just found
Thu, May 15 - Sun, Jun 1
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$271 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$271
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Thu, May 15 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sun, Jun 1, priced at $271 found 6 days ago
Wed, Aug 13 - Tue, Aug 26
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$273 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$273
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Daniel Oduber Intl., returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $273 found 1 hour ago
Sat, Jun 14 - Sat, Jul 5
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$275 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$275
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sat, Jun 14 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sat, Jul 5, priced at $275 found 6 days ago
Tue, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 30
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$279 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $279 found 6 days ago
Fri, May 9 - Sat, May 17
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$290 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$290
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, May 9 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sat, May 17, priced at $290 found 1 hour ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
EWRSan JoséMay 27 to May 30$233
EWRSan JoséMay 27 to May 30$233
DENSan JoséMay 28 to June 5$246
YYZLiberiaJune 6 to June 14$247
BOSSan JoséMay 30 to June 3$268
EWRLiberiaAugust 13 to August 26$273
EWRLiberiaAugust 13 to August 26$273
JFKLiberiaMay 26 to June 3$290
LAXSan JoséMay 29 to June 4$306
DENLiberiaJuly 29 to August 21$345
YYZSan JoséMay 25 to June 7$349
YULLiberiaJune 11 to June 18$358
SFOSan JoséMay 28 to June 3$372
LAXLiberiaAugust 6 to August 12$384
SFOLiberiaMay 27 to June 3$487
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
DENSan JoséMay 9 to May 14$238
JFKSan JoséMay 9 to May 17$290
JFKSan JoséMay 9 to May 17$290
JFKLiberiaMay 9 to May 29$366
JFKLiberiaMay 9 to May 29$366
BOSSan JoséMay 11 to May 17$384
EWRLiberiaMay 10 to May 14$427
EWRSan JoséMay 9 to May 16$440
MIALiberiaMay 10 to May 12$485
SFOSan JoséMay 9 to May 12$487
LAXSan JoséMay 10 to May 13$489
LAXLiberiaMay 11 to May 21$536
YULSan JoséMay 9 to May 16$562
DENLiberiaMay 11 to June 28$641
YULLiberiaMay 9 to May 14$722
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Costa Rica Flight and Hotel Packages

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Palo Alto Glamping Hotel
4.5-star property

Palo Alto Glamping Hotel

Jun 9 - Jun 14

5 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)

Spirit Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
per person
found 19 hours ago
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
4.0-star property

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Jul 15 - Jul 22

7 night stay

Atlanta (ATL) to Liberia (LIR)

Spirit Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
per person
found 1 day ago
House of Nomad - Adults only
2.0-star property

House of Nomad - Adults only

May 9 - May 12

3 night stay

Dallas (DFW) to Liberia (LIR)

Delta • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
per person
found 2 days ago
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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! (2,341 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on May 3, 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Aeropuerto, Costa Rica
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! (1,121 reviews)
"Cons: The property needed to be update. All furnitures in the room are old and damaged. No lounge chairs, no services of any kind from the resort at the beach. AC was not running well and broke down so the whole resort has no AC at all at the last day. Not much activities going on at nighttime. If ..."

Reviewed on May 3, 2025

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
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! (2,264 reviews)
"Very convenient to the airport and the major roads. A nice hotel very new and modern. Spacious room with TV kitchen area, desk, couch and king size bed."

Reviewed on May 2, 2025

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
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Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

Radisson San Jose-Costa Rica

4 out of 5
Calle Central y Tercera Av. 15, Calle Blancos, San Francisco, San Jose
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Sabana Park and National Stadium of Costa Rica are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Nothing else to add."

Reviewed on May 2, 2025

Radisson San Jose-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 $233 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?
May 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 $233. 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 $233 and $722. 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.