Cheap Flights to Costa Rica from $71 (2024/2025)

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Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 10
EWR
Liberty Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$191 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 28 from Liberty Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Tue, Sep 10, priced at $191 found 2 hours ago
Fri, Sep 20 - Thu, Sep 26
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$202 Roundtrip, just found
$202
Roundtrip
just found
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Sep 20 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Thu, Sep 26, priced at $202 just found
Wed, Sep 11 - Wed, Sep 18
EWR
Liberty Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$202 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 11 from Liberty Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Sep 18, priced at $202 found 1 hour ago
Fri, Sep 20 - Wed, Sep 25
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$218 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$218
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 20 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Sep 25, priced at $218 found 2 days ago
Wed, Aug 28 - Wed, Sep 4
EWR
Liberty Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$218 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$218
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 28 from Liberty Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Sep 4, priced at $218 found 9 hours ago
Sat, Aug 24 - Tue, Sep 3
EWR
Liberty Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$219 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$219
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 24 from Liberty Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Tue, Sep 3, priced at $219 found 9 hours ago
Fri, Jun 7 - Wed, Jun 12
EWR
Liberty Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$242 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$242
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jun 7 from Liberty Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Wed, Jun 12, priced at $242 found 6 hours ago
Tue, Nov 19 - Mon, Nov 25
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$244 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select avianca flight, departing Tue, Nov 19 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Mon, Nov 25, priced at $244 found 3 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
EWRSan JoséAugust 28 to September 10$191
JFKSan JoséAugust 11 to August 20$223
MIASan JoséAugust 16 to August 26$252
YYZLiberiaJune 7 to June 13$262
JFKLiberiaJune 11 to June 12$288
MIALiberiaAugust 19 to August 29$297
EWRLiberiaJune 7 to June 14$319
LAXLiberiaAugust 7 to August 15$321
DENSan JoséJune 30 to July 5$334
SFOSan JoséAugust 23 to September 21$368
YYZSan JoséJune 12 to June 15$377
YULSan JoséJune 11 to June 18$389
BOSLiberiaJune 8 to June 12$402
YULLiberiaJune 11 to June 18$453
SFOLiberiaAugust 7 to August 13$463
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
LAXSan JoséMay 26 to June 3$392
JFKLiberiaMay 26 to June 8$402
JFKLiberiaMay 26 to June 8$402
YYZSan JoséMay 26 to June 1$415
LAXLiberiaMay 25 to June 1$419
JFKSan JoséMay 26 to June 4$488
BOSSan JoséMay 26 to May 28$495
DENSan JoséMay 26 to May 29$508
BOSLiberiaMay 26 to June 1$566
YYZLiberiaMay 25 to June 1$578
SFOLiberiaMay 25 to June 1$586
MIALiberiaMay 25 to May 31$600
SFOSan JoséMay 26 to June 27$719
EWRLiberiaMay 26 to June 1$841
DENLiberiaMay 25 to June 1$887
*Prices include taxes and fees

Best Costa Rica Flight and Hotel Packages

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Casa Lamia
3.5-star property

Casa Lamia

Jun 7 - Jun 13

6 night stay

Houston (IAH) to San José (SJO)

Spirit Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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per person
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Suitree Experience Hotel
4.0-star property

Suitree Experience Hotel

Jul 30 - Aug 5

6 night stay

Newark (EWR) to Liberia (LIR)

United • Coach

Liberia (LIR) to Newark (EWR)

American Airlines • Coach
per person
found 3 hours ago
Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
4.0-star property

Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Jun 14 - Jun 18

4 night stay

Newark (EWR) to Liberia (LIR)

United • Coach

Liberia (LIR) to Newark (EWR)

Spirit Airlines • Coach
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per person
found 1 day ago
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Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Stay at this 3.5-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 Ocotal Beach are located nearby.
7.6/10 Good! (1,228 reviews)
"Amazing hotel. Very friendly staff, the food was great, the views are amazing, the beach was clean and although the rooms are somewhat outdated, it was still an amazing time."

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall

3.5 out of 5
Francisco J. Orlich Road, Alajuela, Alajuela
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Alajuela. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions Multiplaza Mall Escazu and City Mall are located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (448 reviews)
Great Airport Hotel
"Perfect for the airport. Very clean, convenient and modern hotel. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on May 20, 2024

Hilton Garden Inn San Jose Airport City Mall
Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

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 Ocotal Beach are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (1,031 reviews)
"The food options were all excellent and the people were nice. My complain was the bathroom had a sewer smell that was strong the glass shower cubes were cracked. The property needs to update it as some areas and room are very outdated!. The entertainment was excellent."

Reviewed on May 19, 2024

Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
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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! (1,471 reviews)
"Excellent property!! I will return!!"

Reviewed on May 22, 2024

Barceló San José
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

Can I fly to Costa Rica right now?
Before you go ahead and book, read through our Covid-19 Travel Advisor. Enter your destination, travel dates and vaccination status to check if any additional rules or restrictions apply, like quarantine or testing. Make sure you also reconfirm the advice with official government websites as well as your travel insurance provider.
How much is the cheapest flight to Costa Rica?
Travelers picked up a roundtrip flight to Costa Rica for as little as $191 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 $191. 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 $191 and $887. 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.