What is the cheapest airline that flies from Columbus to Costa Rica?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Columbus to Costa Rica

What airlines fly to Costa Rica?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica from Columbus according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Costa Rica on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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As of October 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Columbus to Costa Rica.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Columbus to Costa Rica.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Costa Rica can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Costa Rica. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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8:56 pm - 2:16 pmCMH Columbus-LIR Liberia

18h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Miami

3:16 pm - 11:04 amLIR Liberia-CMH Columbus

18h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$389American Airlines

Sun, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 26

6:00 am - 2:16 pmCMH Columbus-LIR Liberia

9h 16m1 stop Miami

3:16 pm - 11:04 amLIR Liberia-CMH Columbus

18h 48m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Chicago O'Hare Intl

$389American Airlines

Sun, Jan 17 - Tue, Jan 26

5:05 am - 7:07 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 02m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Miami

11:35 pm - 2:06 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

12h 31m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth New York LaGuardia

$424GOL

Wed, Apr 14 - Thu, Apr 22

9:30 am - 2:10 pmCMH Columbus-LIR Liberia

29h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

3:10 pm - 9:12 pmLIR Liberia-CMH Columbus

29h 02m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$426Air Canada

Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18

6:15 am - 1:22 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 07m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:15 am - 11:02 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

8h 47m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$439United Airlines

Mon, Jan 18 - Sat, Jan 30

6:45 am - 12:21 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 36m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

11:13 am - 9:50 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

8h 37m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$439United Airlines

Wed, Apr 14 - Thu, Apr 22

11:08 am - 9:49 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:23 pm - 12:29 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

9h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$439Delta

Thu, Jan 21 - Wed, Feb 3

11:08 am - 9:49 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:00 am - 10:25 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

14h 25m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$439Delta

Thu, Jan 21 - Tue, Feb 2

5:35 am - 12:50 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 15m1 stop Orlando

1:50 pm - 10:10 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

7h 20m1 stop Orlando

$522Southwest

Fri, Feb 5 - Wed, Feb 10

5:35 am - 12:50 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 15m1 stop Orlando

1:05 pm - 10:05 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

8h 00m1 stop Houston Hobby

$532Southwest

Fri, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 1

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9:30 am - 2:10 pmCMH Columbus-LIR Liberia

29h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

3:10 pm - 9:12 pmLIR Liberia-CMH Columbus

29h 02m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$376Air Canada

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 13

9:30 am - 2:10 pmCMH Columbus-LIR Liberia

29h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

3:10 pm - 9:12 pmLIR Liberia-CMH Columbus

29h 02m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$376Air Canada

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 6

9:30 am - 2:20 pmCMH Columbus-LIR Liberia

29h 50m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

3:10 pm - 9:12 pmLIR Liberia-CMH Columbus

29h 02m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

$380Air Canada

Mon, Nov 2 - Fri, Nov 13

7:50 pm - 1:46 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:46 pm - 10:49 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

19h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$488American Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8

6:00 am - 2:00 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 00m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:07 pm - 10:56 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

7h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$489American Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

6:15 am - 1:22 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 07m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:25 pm - 11:44 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

8h 19m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$489United Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8

6:00 am - 12:00 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:25 pm - 11:30 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

8h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$489Delta

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

6:42 pm - 1:01 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 19m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Miami

3:54 pm - 8:34 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

15h 40m2 stops Miami Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

$492American Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8

6:15 am - 1:22 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 07m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

11:28 pm - 1:10 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

12h 42m2 stops Newark Chicago O'Hare Intl

$493United Airlines

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 8

6:00 am - 12:00 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 00m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:25 pm - 11:30 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

8h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$495Delta

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 4

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Nov 6

CMH7:45 amColumbus

13h 08m

1 stop

SJO7:53 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 8

SJO2:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 19m

1 stop

CMH11:44 pmColumbus

$483

United Airlines

Nov 2

CMH6:15 amColumbus

8h 07m

1 stop

SJO1:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 8

SJO2:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 19m

1 stop

CMH11:44 pmColumbus

$489

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Nov 2

CMH6:15 amColumbus

8h 07m

1 stop

SJO1:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 8

SJO11:28 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

12h 42m

2 stops

CMH1:10 pmColumbus

$493

American Airlines flights from Columbus to Costa Rica

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American Airlines

Jan 17

CMH8:56 pmColumbus

18h 20m

2 stops

LIR2:16 pmLiberia

Jan 26

LIR3:16 pmLiberia

18h 48m

2 stops

CMH11:04 amColumbus

$389

American Airlines

Jan 17

CMH6:00 amColumbus

7h 39m

1 stop

LIR12:39 pmLiberia

Jan 26

LIR3:16 pmLiberia

23h 08m

1 stop

CMH3:24 pmColumbus

$393

American Airlines

Feb 17

CMH6:06 amColumbus

7h 23m

1 stop

LIR12:29 pmLiberia

Feb 23

LIR3:16 pmLiberia

18h 53m

2 stops

CMH11:09 amColumbus

$394

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CMH Columbus - LIR Liberia

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Columbus

Sun 1/17

8:56 pm-2:16 pm

2 stops18h 20m

Liberia

Tue 1/26

3:16 pm-11:04 am

2 stops18h 48m

$389

ColumbusLiberia

CMH Columbus - LIR Liberia

CMHLIR

Columbus

Sun 1/17

6:00 am-2:16 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Liberia

Tue 1/26

3:16 pm-11:04 am

2 stops18h 48m

$389

ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Wed 4/14

5:05 am-7:07 pm

2 stops16h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/22

11:35 pm-2:06 pm

2 stops12h 31m

$424

ColumbusLiberia

CMH Columbus - LIR Liberia

CMHLIR

Columbus

Mon 11/16

9:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop29h 40m

Liberia

Wed 11/18

3:10 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop29h 02m

$426

ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Mon 1/18

6:15 am-1:22 pm

1 stop8h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/30

1:15 am-11:02 am

1 stop8h 47m

$439

ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Wed 4/14

6:45 am-12:21 pm

1 stop7h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/22

11:13 am-9:50 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$439

ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Thu 1/21

11:08 am-9:49 pm

1 stop11h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/3

2:23 pm-12:29 am

1 stop9h 06m

$439

ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Thu 1/21

11:08 am-9:49 pm

1 stop11h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/2

7:00 am-10:25 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$439

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ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 2/5

5:35 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/10

1:50 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$522

ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 2/26

5:35 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/1

1:05 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$532

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Columbus is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $476, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in February, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Columbus to Costa Rica during September average around $478.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from Columbus when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $586 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from Columbus for as low as $497 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$198
Fastest flight time	6h 40m
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The best one-way flight to Costa Rica from Columbus in the past 72 hours is $198. The best round-trip flight deal from Columbus to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $389.

The fastest flight from Columbus to Costa Rica takes 6h 40m

There are no direct flights from Columbus to Costa Rica. There are no popular flight routes from Columbus to Costa Rica.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus to Costa Rica?
Prices for flights from Columbus to Costa Rica refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus to Costa Rica?
As of October 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Columbus to Costa Rica.
How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus to Costa Rica?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Columbus to Costa Rica.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Costa Rica can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Costa Rica. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Delta	PriceFrom $221	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,692 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $327	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,451 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $398	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,210 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $538	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,217 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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