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Cheap flights from Costa Rica to California from $158

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Volaris Costa Rica Logo
2:39 pm - 9:34 pm
SJO
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LAX
7h 55m1 stop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
11:04 pm - 11:13 pm
LAX
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SJO
23h 09m1 stop
$251Volaris Costa Rica
Fri, May 15 - Wed, May 20
Volaris Logo
2:39 pm - 8:34 pm
SJO
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LAX
7h 55mnonstop
Volaris Logo
10:04 pm - 11:13 pm
LAX
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SJO
23h 09m1 stop
$252Volaris
Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4
Avianca Logo
9:35 am - 8:55 pm
SJO
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ONT
13h 20m1 stop
Avianca Logo
10:30 pm - 11:25 am
ONT
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SJO
10h 55m1 stop
$261Avianca
Thu, Feb 19 - Thu, Feb 26
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 10:53 pm
SJO
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ONT
16h 08m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:53 pm - 8:32 am
ONT
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SJO
16h 39m1 stop
$268United Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 28
Avianca Logo
3:05 pm - 9:55 pm
SJO
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ONT
7h 50m1 stop
Avianca Logo
11:25 pm - 11:15 am
ONT
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SJO
10h 50m1 stop
$276Avianca
Thu, Apr 23 - Sat, May 9
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 10:52 pm
SJO
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ONT
15h 07m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 7:15 am
ONT
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SJO
19h 10m1 stop
$279United Airlines
Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 9
American Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 1:54 pm
SJO
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ONT
23h 59m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 2:53 pm
ONT
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SJO
12h 54m1 stop
$286American Airlines
Wed, Feb 25 - Sun, Mar 1
American Airlines Logo
2:25 pm - 9:27 am
SJO
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ONT
20h 02m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
8:05 pm - 1:10 pm
ONT
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SJO
16h 05m2 stops
$297American Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, May 5
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:08 pm - 11:28 pm
LIR
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LAX
6h 20mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 5:58 pm
LAX
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LIR
5h 38mnonstop
$317Alaska Airlines
Fri, Feb 13 - Mon, Feb 23
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:20 am - 3:28 pm
LIR
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LAX
6h 08mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 6:01 pm
LAX
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LIR
5h 36mnonstop
$373Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 5

Volaris flights from Costa Rica to California

Our best Volaris deals on Costa Rica to California flight tickets
Volaris
Feb 25
SJO2:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 55m
LAX8:34 pmLos Angeles
Mar 4
LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles
23h 09m
1 stop
SJO11:13 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$252
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Volaris
Feb 11
SJO2:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 55m
LAX8:34 pmLos Angeles
Mar 4
LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles
7h 13m
SJO7:17 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$255
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Volaris
Feb 6
SJO5:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 04m
1 stop
LAX8:34 pmLos Angeles
Feb 22
LAX11:51 pmLos Angeles
11h 59m
1 stop
SJO1:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$256
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Volaris Costa Rica flights from Costa Rica to California

Our best Volaris Costa Rica deals on Costa Rica to California flight tickets
Volaris Costa Rica
Jan 30
SJO2:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 55m
LAX8:34 pmLos Angeles
Feb 2
LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles
7h 13m
SJO7:17 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$253
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Volaris Costa Rica
Jan 22
SJO2:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 55m
1 stop
LAX8:34 pmLos Angeles
Jan 28
LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles
7h 13m
1 stop
SJO7:17 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$265
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Volaris Costa Rica
Feb 2
SJO5:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 04m
1 stop
LAX8:34 pmLos Angeles
Feb 7
LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles
23h 09m
1 stop
SJO11:13 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$270
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to California 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 December 23, 2025.
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Price

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/15

2:39 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 5/20

11:04 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop23h 09m

$251

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/25

2:39 pm-8:34 pm

Nonstop7h 55m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

10:04 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop23h 09m

$252

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

9:35 am-8:55 pm

1 stop13h 20m

Ontario

Thu 2/26

10:30 pm-11:25 am

1 stop10h 55m

$261

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

8:45 am-10:53 pm

2 stops16h 08m

Ontario

Wed 1/28

1:53 pm-8:32 am

1 stop16h 39m

$268

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

3:05 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Ontario

Sat 5/9

11:25 pm-11:15 am

1 stop10h 50m

$276

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

8:45 am-10:52 pm

1 stop15h 07m

Ontario

Sat 5/9

11:05 am-7:15 am

1 stop19h 10m

$279

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/25

3:55 pm-1:54 pm

2 stops23h 59m

Ontario

Sun 3/1

11:59 pm-2:53 pm

1 stop12h 54m

$286

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

2:25 pm-9:27 am

2 stops20h 02m

Ontario

Tue 5/5

8:05 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops16h 05m

$297

LiberiaLos Angeles

LIR - LAX

LIRLAX

Liberia

Fri 2/13

7:08 pm-11:28 pm

Nonstop6h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/23

10:20 am-5:58 pm

Nonstop5h 38m

$317

LiberiaLos Angeles

LIR - LAX

LIRLAX

Liberia

Thu 1/29

11:20 am-3:28 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/5

10:25 am-6:01 pm

Nonstop5h 36m

$373

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of October is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Costa Rica averaging around $356.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Costa Rica to California is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $429. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Monday is $517.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $301. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $516 on average. Flights to California from Costa Rica in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Costa Rica to California flight route?

Fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to San Francisco for the best Costa Rica - California flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Costa Rica when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $405 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Costa Rica for as low as $355 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Costa Rica to California 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 Costa Rica to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 20% on your flight if you consider stops on a Costa Rica to California flight.

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Best Price Found

$210

Fastest flight time

5h 56m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

418 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Costa Rica in the past 72 hours is $210. The best round-trip flight deal from Costa Rica to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $298.
The fastest flight from Costa Rica to California takes 5h 56m
Direct flights go from Costa Rica to California every day.
There are 418 airports in California. From Costa Rica there are direct flights to Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO).
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Costa Rica to California?

    Prices for flights from Costa Rica to California are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Costa Rica to California?

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

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Costa Rica to California.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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

Best airlines flying from Costa Rica to California

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Volaris El SalvadorPriceFrom $114Free CancellationRating
7.4
26 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $174Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,557 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $185Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,015 reviews
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Volaris Costa RicaPriceFrom $192Free CancellationRating
7.8
80 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,109 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $225Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,491 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $233Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,050 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $277Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,517 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $369Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,898 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $489Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,256 reviews
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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to California from Costa Rica which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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