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Cheap flights from Costa Rica to California from $133

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United Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 10:15 pmSJO-SMF
9h 55m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 6:25 amSMF-SJO
22h 20m1 stop
$238United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 14
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 10:15 pmSJO-SMF
15h 30m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:26 pm - 11:25 amSMF-SJO
18h 59m2 stops
$251United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 14
Avianca Logo
3:05 pm - 9:55 pmSJO-ONT
7h 50m1 stop
Avianca Logo
11:25 pm - 11:15 amONT-SJO
10h 50m1 stop
$262Avianca
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Tue, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 2:53 pmLIR-LAX
5h 53mnonstop
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11:33 pm - 6:20 amLAX-LIR
5h 47mnonstop
$296Alaska Airlines
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Tue, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 28
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 11:27 pmLIR-LAX
5h 42mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 6:35 pmLAX-LIR
5h 45mnonstop
$298Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 25
Avianca Logo
3:05 pm - 11:10 pmSJO-LAX
9h 05m1 stop
Avianca Logo
1:25 pm - 11:40 pmLAX-SJO
9h 15m2 stops
$304Avianca
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Wed, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 31
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
2:37 pm - 9:16 pmSJO-LAX
7h 39mnonstop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
10:04 pm - 7:19 amLAX-SJO
7h 15mnonstop
$314Volaris Costa Rica
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Fri, Oct 31 - Sun, Nov 2
Delta Logo
2:15 pm - 10:56 pmSJO-SMF
10h 41m1 stop
Delta Logo
6:45 am - 10:07 pmSMF-SJO
13h 22m1 stop
$332Delta
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Thu, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 13
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
2:37 pm - 9:16 pmSJO-LAX
7h 39mnonstop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
10:49 pm - 7:28 amLAX-SJO
7h 39mnonstop
$340Volaris Costa Rica
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Thu, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 19
Delta Logo
8:30 am - 6:36 pmSJO-SJC
12h 06m1 stop
Delta Logo
3:22 pm - 7:05 amSJC-SJO
13h 43m1 stop
$474Delta
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Tue, Dec 23 - Sun, Jan 4

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
Oct 31
SJO2:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 39m
LAX9:16 pmLos Angeles
Nov 2
LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles
7h 15m
SJO7:19 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$314
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Volaris Costa Rica
Oct 16
SJO2:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 39m
LAX9:16 pmLos Angeles
Oct 19
LAX10:49 pmLos Angeles
7h 39m
SJO7:28 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$340
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Volaris Costa Rica
Sep 22
SJO5:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 46m
1 stop
LAX9:16 pmLos Angeles
Oct 3
LAX10:49 pmLos Angeles
7h 39m
SJO7:28 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$342
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Copa Airlines flights from Costa Rica to California

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Copa Airlines
Oct 10
SJO10:08 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 49m
1 stop
SAN5:57 pmSan Diego
Oct 12
SAN9:12 pmSan Diego
11h 46m
1 stop
SJO9:58 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$294
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Copa Airlines
Oct 1
SJO4:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 51m
1 stop
LAX11:02 pmLos Angeles
Oct 5
LAX1:46 amLos Angeles
14h 06m
2 stops
SJO4:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$299
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Copa Airlines
Sep 23
SJO4:10 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 20m
1 stop
LAX12:30 pmLos Angeles
Oct 2
LAX12:06 pmLos Angeles
18h 24m
1 stop
SJO7:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$315
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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 September 19, 2025.
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San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

2:20 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop9h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/14

6:05 am-6:25 am

1 stop22h 20m

$238

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

8:45 am-10:15 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/14

2:26 pm-11:25 am

2 stops18h 59m

$251

San JoséOntario

SJO - ONT

SJOONT

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/7

3:05 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Ontario

Tue 10/14

11:25 pm-11:15 am

1 stop10h 50m

$262

LiberiaLos Angeles

LIR - LAX

LIRLAX

Liberia

Tue 10/21

10:00 am-2:53 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/28

11:33 pm-6:20 am

Nonstop5h 47m

$296

LiberiaLos Angeles

LIR - LAX

LIRLAX

Liberia

Thu 1/22

7:45 pm-11:27 pm

Nonstop5h 42m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/25

10:50 am-6:35 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

$298

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

3:05 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 10/31

1:25 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$304

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/31

2:37 pm-9:16 pm

Nonstop7h 39m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/2

10:04 pm-7:19 am

Nonstop7h 15m

$314

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

2:15 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop10h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 11/13

6:45 am-10:07 pm

1 stop13h 22m

$332

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/16

2:37 pm-9:16 pm

Nonstop7h 39m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/19

10:49 pm-7:28 am

Nonstop7h 39m

$340

San JoséSan Jose

SJO - SJC

SJOSJC

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/23

8:30 am-6:36 pm

1 stop12h 06m

San Jose

Sun 1/4

3:22 pm-7:05 am

1 stop13h 43m

$474

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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 February is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Costa Rica averaging around $366.

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 $476. 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 $530.

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 $297. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are $568 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 Los Angeles 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 $418 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 $357 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 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Costa Rica to California flight.

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Best Price Found

$195

Fastest flight time

5h 42m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

1 airport
The best one-way flight to California from Costa Rica in the past 72 hours is $195. The best round-trip flight deal from Costa Rica to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $364.
The fastest flight from Costa Rica to California takes 5h 42m
Direct flights go from Costa Rica to California every day.
There is 1 airport near California: Los Angeles (LAX)
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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.

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  • 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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Free Cancellation
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Volaris El SalvadorPriceFrom $110Free CancellationRating
7.4
26 reviews
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Volaris Costa RicaPriceFrom $187Free CancellationRating
7.8
79 reviews
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VolarisPriceFrom $201Free CancellationRating
6.6
1,154 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $204Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,030 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $204Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,531 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $215Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,926 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $221Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,432 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $230Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,964 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $277Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $297Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 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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