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 49% 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.

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

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

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As of September 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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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

$362Air Canada

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 14

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

$362Air Canada

Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 14

1:00 pm - 8:21 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 21m1 stop Miami

6:00 am - 12:37 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

16h 37m1 stop Miami

$378American Airlines

Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 30

6:00 am - 1:46 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 46m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

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

7h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$378American Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18

6:45 am - 1:22 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 37m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:15 am - 10:59 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

8h 44m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$378United Airlines

Mon, Feb 1 - Mon, Feb 8

10:59 am - 7:39 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

2:15 pm - 11:42 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

8h 27m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$378United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7

6:00 am - 1:12 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 12m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

2:37 pm - 12:30 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

8h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$378Delta

Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17

5:30 am - 12:20 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 50m1 stop Houston Hobby

1:20 pm - 9:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

7h 35m1 stop Orlando

$452Southwest

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8

5:30 am - 12:20 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 50m1 stop Houston Hobby

1:20 pm - 9:55 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

7h 35m1 stop Orlando

$452Southwest

Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10

3:04 pm - 10:15 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:00 am - 10:30 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

14h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$468Delta

Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Dec 4

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6:16 am - 11:29 amCMH Columbus-LIR Liberia

7h 13m1 stop Miami

2:47 pm - 2:31 pmLIR Liberia-CMH Columbus

21h 44m2 stops Miami Dallas/Fort Worth

$527American Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 9

7:55 pm - 1:38 pmCMH Columbus-LIR Liberia

19h 43m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

2:47 pm - 12:35 pmLIR Liberia-CMH Columbus

19h 48m2 stops Miami Chicago O'Hare Intl

$527American Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 9

6:00 am - 9:48 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 48m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Panama City Tocumen Intl

2:48 pm - 9:29 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

16h 41m2 stops Panama City Tocumen Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$621Copa Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9

6:16 am - 11:29 amCMH Columbus-LIR Liberia

7h 13m1 stop Miami

2:47 pm - 1:37 pmLIR Liberia-CMH Columbus

20h 50m1 stop Miami

$637American Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Wed, Sep 9

7:20 am - 7:37 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:25 pm - 11:44 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

8h 19m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$733United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9

11:59 am - 12:21 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

26h 22m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

1:25 pm - 11:44 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

8h 19m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$841United Airlines

Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9

7:59 pm - 8:30 amCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

14h 31m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Guatemala City La Aurora

7:45 pm - 2:18 pmSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

16h 33m2 stops San Salvador El Salvador Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$933Avianca

Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7

11:59 am - 7:37 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

7:55 am - 9:29 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

23h 34m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,024Azul

Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7

7:00 am - 1:52 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:03 pm - 9:47 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

18h 44m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Charlotte Douglas

$1,039GOL

Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7

2:06 pm - 7:53 pmCMH Columbus-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 47m1 stop Miami

1:03 pm - 10:40 amSJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl-CMH Columbus

19h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,057GOL

Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7

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Oct 31

CMH6:15 amColumbus

8h 07m

1 stop

SJO12:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 7

SJO1:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 49m

1 stop

CMH11:44 pmColumbus

$378

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Oct 22

CMH6:30 amColumbus

15h 07m

1 stop

SJO7:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 28

SJO1:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 31m

1 stop

CMH11:56 pmColumbus

$403

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Oct 23

CMH6:30 amColumbus

15h 07m

1 stop

SJO7:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 30

SJO1:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 19m

1 stop

CMH11:44 pmColumbus

$406

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Nov 4

CMH5:30 amColumbus

7h 50m

1 stop

SJO12:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 10

SJO1:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 35m

1 stop

CMH9:55 pmColumbus

$452

Southwest

Oct 22

CMH6:15 amColumbus

15h 25m

2 stops

SJO7:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 28

SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 55m

1 stop

CMH9:55 pmColumbus

$456

Southwest

Oct 23

CMH6:15 amColumbus

15h 25m

2 stops

SJO7:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 30

SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 35m

2 stops

CMH10:05 amColumbus

$476

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CMH Columbus - LIR Liberia

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Columbus

Sat 12/5

9:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop29h 40m

Liberia

Mon 12/14

3:10 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop29h 02m

$362

ColumbusLiberia

CMH Columbus - LIR Liberia

CMHLIR

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Sat 12/5

9:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop29h 40m

Liberia

Mon 12/14

3:10 pm-9:12 pm

1 stop29h 02m

$362

ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 10/23

1:00 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop9h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/30

6:00 am-12:37 am

1 stop16h 37m

$378

ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Tue 11/10

6:00 am-1:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/18

2:07 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$378

ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Mon 2/1

6:45 am-1:22 pm

1 stop7h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/8

1:15 am-10:59 am

1 stop8h 44m

$378

ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Sat 10/31

10:59 am-7:39 pm

2 stops10h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/7

2:15 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$378

ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 11/13

6:00 am-1:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/17

2:37 pm-12:30 am

1 stop8h 53m

$378

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ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Tue 12/1

5:30 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/8

1:20 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$452

ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Wed 11/4

5:30 am-12:20 pm

1 stop7h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/10

1:20 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$452

ColumbusSan José

CMH Columbus - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

CMHSJO

Columbus

Mon 11/23

3:04 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/4

7:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$468

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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 September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $474, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in September, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Columbus to Costa Rica during February average around $479.

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 $560 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 $444 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$168
Fastest flight time	7h 35m
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The best one-way flight to Costa Rica from Columbus in the past 72 hours is $168. The best round-trip flight deal from Columbus to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $362.

The fastest flight from Columbus to Costa Rica takes 7h 35m

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.
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As of September 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 8,547 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $353	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,158 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $390	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 12,026 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $437	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,196 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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