What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from Costa Rica to San Francisco on average per day?

As of November 2025, 1 flights take off from Costa Rica and land in San Francisco each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 9:00AM, with 87% of daily flights taking off at noon.

What is the most punctual flight time for Costa Rica to San Francisco flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

How many flights depart from Costa Rica to San Francisco on average per week?

The number of flights available between Costa Rica and San Francisco is 7 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

Flight times from Costa Rica to San Francisco vary, but if you’re flying out of San José and flying into San Francisco (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 6h 45m on average. Another popular route from Costa Rica to San Francisco is flying from Liberia to San Francisco, which will take roughly 11h 35m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Costa Rica to San Francisco flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

Avianca, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Costa Rica according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Costa Rica to San Francisco

How often are flights from Costa Rica to San Francisco delayed?

Historically, on average around 6% of flights between Costa Rica and San Francisco have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 296 minutes.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Costa Rica to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from Costa Rica to San Francisco Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Costa Rica to San Francisco Airport?

There are 5 operators available for flights from Costa Rica to San Francisco Airport as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Costa Rica to San Francisco Airport?

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 Costa Rica to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of October, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $469.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Costa Rica to San Francisco is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $511. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $761.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Costa Rica to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco at noon for as low as $430. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $615.

What is the cheapest Costa Rica to San Francisco flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Costa Rica when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $542 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Costa Rica for as low as $460 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Costa Rica to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Costa Rica in the past 72 hours is $171. The best round-trip flight deal from Costa Rica to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $402.

The fastest flight from Costa Rica to San Francisco takes 6h 45m

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There are 5 operators available for flights from Costa Rica to San Francisco Airport as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Costa Rica to San Francisco Airport?
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 Costa Rica to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Costa Rica to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Costa Rica and San Francisco, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 8, making up 70.35% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320-100/200 with 5.03%, Airbus A340-300 with 4.02%, and Airbus A330-200 with 4.02%.

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Avianca	PriceFrom $337	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,477 reviews	Search Avianca flights
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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of October, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $469.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Costa Rica to San Francisco is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $511. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $761.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Costa Rica to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times at noon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco at noon for as low as $430. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $615.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Costa Rica to San Francisco 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 San Francisco flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Costa Rica to San Francisco.

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

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Costa Rica to San Francisco

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

How often are flights from Costa Rica to San Francisco delayed?

Historically, on average around 6% of flights between Costa Rica and San Francisco have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 296 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Costa Rica to San Francisco flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday is statistically the day of the week which experiences the fewest number of delays on this flight route. Thursday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Costa Rica to San Francisco flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 6% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Costa Rica to San Francisco on average per day?

As of November 2025, 1 flights take off from Costa Rica and land in San Francisco each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 9:00AM, with 87% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How many flights depart from Costa Rica to San Francisco on average per week?

The number of flights available between Costa Rica and San Francisco is 7 per week as of November 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 14% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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