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Cheap flights from California to Costa Rica from $138

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Spirit Airlines Logo
4:37 pm - 12:22 pm
SNA
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SJO
17h 45m
2 stops
Spirit Airlines Logo
12:31 pm - 9:53 am
SJO
-
SNA
22h 22m
2 stops
$251Spirit Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Mar 11
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
10:04 pm - 7:17 am
LAX
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SJO
7h 13m
1 stop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
5:30 am - 8:34 pm
SJO
-
LAX
17h 04m
1 stop
$295Volaris Costa Rica
Sun, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 12:07 am
LAX
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SJO
10h 57m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 8:34 pm
SJO
-
LAX
17h 04m
1 stop
$296Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Thu, Mar 5
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 am - 12:07 am
LAX
-
SJO
10h 57m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 8:34 pm
SJO
-
LAX
17h 04m
1 stop
$300Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Wed, Feb 25
Copa Airlines Logo
8:18 pm - 7:05 am
SAN
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SJO
8h 47m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
8:11 am - 6:14 pm
SJO
-
SAN
11h 03m
1 stop
$315Copa Airlines
Sun, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 9
Copa Airlines Logo
8:18 pm - 4:46 pm
SAN
-
SJO
18h 28m
3 stops
Copa Airlines Logo
10:08 am - 6:14 pm
SJO
-
SAN
9h 06m
1 stop
$320Copa Airlines
Sun, Mar 1 - Sun, Mar 8
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 8:32 am
SAN
-
SJO
10h 42m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 6:33 pm
SJO
-
SAN
11h 48m
1 stop
$327United Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Tue, Mar 10
United Airlines Logo
10:30 am - 8:39 pm
SAN
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SJO
8h 09m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:40 am - 7:48 pm
SJO
-
SAN
15h 08m
1 stop
$338United Airlines
Wed, Mar 4 - Sat, Mar 14
American Airlines Logo
9:45 pm - 11:25 am
SAN
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SJO
12h 40m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:08 pm - 8:38 am
SJO
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SAN
19h 30m
2 stops
$343American Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 12
American Airlines Logo
12:30 am - 12:23 pm
LAX
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LIR
9h 53m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:21 pm - 10:54 pm
LIR
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LAX
11h 33m
1 stop
$347American Airlines
Sun, Mar 1 - Wed, Mar 11

Spirit Airlines flights from California to Costa Rica

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on California to Costa Rica flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Mar 4
SNA4:37 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
17h 45m
2 stops
SJO12:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 11
SJO12:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
22h 22m
2 stops
SNA9:53 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty
$251
Spirit Airlines
Feb 18
LAX7:18 pmLos Angeles
15h 04m
2 stops
SJO12:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 23
SJO1:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 44m
2 stops
LAX8:15 amLos Angeles
$297
Spirit Airlines
Feb 26
LAX7:18 pmLos Angeles
15h 04m
2 stops
SJO12:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 9
SJO12:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 44m
2 stops
LAX8:15 amLos Angeles
$329

Volaris Costa Rica flights from California to Costa Rica

Our best Volaris Costa Rica deals on California to Costa Rica flight tickets
Volaris Costa Rica
Mar 1
LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles
7h 13m
1 stop
SJO7:17 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 12
SJO5:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 57m
1 stop
LAX9:27 pmLos Angeles
$295
Volaris Costa Rica
Mar 1
LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles
7h 13m
SJO7:17 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 5
SJO2:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 55m
LAX8:34 pmLos Angeles
$298
Volaris Costa Rica
Feb 24
LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles
7h 13m
SJO7:17 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 3
SJO2:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 55m
LAX8:34 pmLos Angeles
$299

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Costa Rica that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated February 3, 2026.
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Santa AnaSan José

SNA - SJO

SNASJO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/4

4:37 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops17h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

12:31 pm-9:53 am

2 stops22h 22m

$251

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 3/1

10:04 pm-7:17 am

1 stop7h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

5:30 am-8:34 pm

1 stop17h 04m

$295

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 2/20

11:10 am-12:07 am

1 stop10h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

5:30 am-8:34 pm

1 stop17h 04m

$296

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 2/20

11:10 am-12:07 am

1 stop10h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/25

5:30 am-8:34 pm

1 stop17h 04m

$300

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sun 3/1

8:18 pm-7:05 am

1 stop8h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

8:11 am-6:14 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$315

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sun 3/1

8:18 pm-4:46 pm

3 stops18h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/8

10:08 am-6:14 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$320

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 3/4

7:50 pm-8:32 am

1 stop10h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

7:45 am-6:33 pm

1 stop11h 48m

$327

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 3/4

10:30 am-8:39 pm

1 stop8h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/14

5:40 am-7:48 pm

1 stop15h 08m

$338

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 4/28

9:45 pm-11:25 am

1 stop12h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/12

2:08 pm-8:38 am

2 stops19h 30m

$343

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Sun 3/1

12:30 am-12:23 pm

1 stop9h 53m

Liberia

Wed 3/11

12:21 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$347

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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 October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $352, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Costa Rica during September average around $363.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from California. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $447. 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 Saturday because tickets tend to average around $500. 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 $258. 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 $529. 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?

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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 $455 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 $379 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?

You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Costa Rica flight.

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

Best Price Found

$189

Fastest flight time

5h 33m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Costa Rica

40 airports
The best one-way flight to Costa Rica from California in the past 72 hours is $189. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $377.
The fastest flight from California to Costa Rica takes 5h 33m
Direct flights go from California to Costa Rica every day.
There are 40 airports in Costa Rica. From California there are direct flights to 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 $81Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,407 reviews
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Volaris El SalvadorPriceFrom $116Free CancellationRating
7.4
29 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $147Free CancellationRating
6.5
2,498 reviews
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Volaris Costa RicaPriceFrom $165Free CancellationRating
7.8
79 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $180Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,138 reviews
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VivaPriceFrom $193Free CancellationRating
7.0
815 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $220Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,893 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $221Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,236 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $223Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,558 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $313Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,833 reviews
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Can I find flights from California to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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