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Cheap flights from California to Costa Rica from $89

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Spirit Airlines Logo
7:58 pm - 11:12 amLAX-SJO
14h 14m2 stops
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:19 pm - 8:48 amSJO-LAX
21h 29m2 stops
$226Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Aug 30 - Sat, Sep 6
American Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 6:15 pmSAN-SJO
11h 00m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:58 pmSJO-SAN
16h 58m1 stop
$236American Airlines
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Wed, Aug 27 - Wed, Sep 3
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
10:49 pm - 11:13 pmLAX-SJO
23h 24m1 stop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
5:30 am - 9:11 pmSJO-LAX
16h 41m1 stop
$260Volaris Costa Rica
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Wed, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 31
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10:50 pm - 8:19 pmLAX-SJO
19h 29m1 stop
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4:17 pm - 10:35 amSJO-LAX
20h 18m1 stop
$261
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Wed, Nov 5 - Mon, Nov 10
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
10:49 pm - 7:28 amLAX-SJO
7h 39m1 stop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
2:37 pm - 9:11 pmSJO-LAX
7h 34m1 stop
$266Volaris Costa Rica
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Fri, Aug 22 - Tue, Aug 26
Logo
5:07 pm - 11:12 amLAX-SJO
17h 05m2 stops
Logo
5:30 am - 9:11 pmSJO-LAX
16h 41m1 stop
$272
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Fri, Aug 15 - Sun, Aug 31
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:33 pm - 6:20 amLAX-LIR
5h 47mnonstop
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11:20 am - 4:12 pmLIR-LAX
5h 52mnonstop
$284Alaska Airlines
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Sun, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:53 am - 7:04 pmSJC-SJO
31h 11m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 10:46 pmSJO-SJC
17h 16m1 stop
$289Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Oct 14 - Thu, Oct 23
United Airlines Logo
7:21 pm - 7:15 amSAN-SJO
10h 54m1 stop
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1:30 pm - 9:45 pmSJO-SAN
9h 15m1 stop
$292United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 25
United Airlines Logo
6:15 am - 7:37 pmSAN-SJO
12h 22m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 9:45 pmSJO-SAN
9h 15m1 stop
$296United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 9 - Thu, Sep 25

American Airlines flights from California to Costa Rica

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American Airlines
Aug 27
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
11h 00m
1 stop
SJO6:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 3
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 58m
1 stop
SAN9:58 pmSan Diego
$236
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American Airlines
Sep 6
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
10h 42m
1 stop
SJO5:57 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 10
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 50m
2 stops
SAN7:50 pmSan Diego
$240
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American Airlines
Jan 10
SAN6:35 amSan Diego
14h 25m
1 stop
SJO11:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 18
SJO6:29 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 30m
1 stop
SAN9:59 pmSan Diego
$241
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Copa Airlines flights from California to Costa Rica

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Copa Airlines
Oct 31
SAN9:07 pmSan Diego
10h 58m
1 stop
SJO9:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 4
SJO4:08 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 55m
1 stop
SAN5:03 pmSan Diego
$372
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Copa Airlines
Aug 24
SAN9:03 pmSan Diego
9h 31m
1 stop
SJO7:34 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 31
SJO8:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 33m
1 stop
SAN5:44 pmSan Diego
$389
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Copa Airlines
Aug 22
SAN9:03 pmSan Diego
9h 31m
1 stop
SJO7:34 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 28
SJO5:54 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
24h 50m
1 stop
SAN5:44 pmSan Diego
$398
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Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

7:58 pm-11:12 am

2 stops14h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/6

12:19 pm-8:48 am

2 stops21h 29m

$226

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 8/27

6:15 am-6:15 pm

1 stop11h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-9:58 pm

1 stop16h 58m

$236

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 8/20

10:49 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop23h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/31

5:30 am-9:11 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$260

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 11/5

10:50 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop19h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/10

4:17 pm-10:35 am

1 stop20h 18m

$261

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 8/22

10:49 pm-7:28 am

1 stop7h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/26

2:37 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$266

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 8/15

5:07 pm-11:12 am

2 stops17h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/31

5:30 am-9:11 pm

1 stop16h 41m

$272

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

11:33 pm-6:20 am

Nonstop5h 47m

Liberia

Wed 9/10

11:20 am-4:12 pm

Nonstop5h 52m

$284

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Tue 10/14

10:53 am-7:04 pm

1 stop31h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/23

6:30 am-10:46 pm

1 stop17h 16m

$289

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 9/9

7:21 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/25

1:30 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$292

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 9/9

6:15 am-7:37 pm

2 stops12h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/25

1:30 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$296

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Costa Rica

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from California is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $387, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in May, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Costa Rica during August average around $392.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from California. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $485. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $550. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Costa Rica.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from California to Costa Rica when you can find flight prices for as low as $439. Flying to Costa Rica at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Costa Rica are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $541. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest California to Costa Rica flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to Liberia for the best California - Costa Rica flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Costa Rica?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $472 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from California for as low as $409 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Costa Rica flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Costa Rica flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Costa Rica flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Costa Rica.

Cheap California to Costa Rica flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from California to Costa Rica

Best Price Found

$89

Fastest flight time

5h 36m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Costa Rica

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Costa Rica from California in the past 72 hours is $89. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $226.
The fastest flight from California to Costa Rica takes 5h 36m
Direct flights go from California to Costa Rica every day.
There are 2 airports near Costa Rica: Liberia (LIR), San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Costa Rica?

    Prices for flights from California to Costa Rica are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from California to Costa Rica?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Costa Rica.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?

    The required travel and health documents for your Costa Rica trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from California to Costa Rica?

Best airlines flying from California to Costa Rica

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $87Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,049 reviews
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Volaris El SalvadorPriceFrom $112Free CancellationRating
7.4
26 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $175Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,388 reviews
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VolarisPriceFrom $184Free CancellationRating
6.6
1,164 reviews
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Volaris Costa RicaPriceFrom $195Free CancellationRating
7.8
79 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $235Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,981 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $235Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $301Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,493 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $310Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,914 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $326Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,900 reviews
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Can I find flights from California to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies on momondo?

All flight searches from California to Costa Rica on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

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