What airlines fly to Costa Rica?

American Airlines, JetBlue and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica from Fort Lauderdale according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Costa Rica on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica on average per day?

The number of flights available between Fort Lauderdale and Costa Rica is 1 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 11:00AM, with 100% of daily flights leaving at noon.

What is the most punctual flight time for Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica flights?

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

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

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

How many flights depart from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica on average per week?

13 flights are operational weekly from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica as of February 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 23% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

Spirit Airlines, Southwest, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica flights?

According to our data, JetBlue have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How often are flights from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica delayed?

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between Fort Lauderdale and Costa Rica have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 115 minutes.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Costa Rica?

Prices for flights from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Costa Rica are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Costa Rica?

There are 5 operators available for flights from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Costa Rica as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Costa Rica?

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 Fort Lauderdale Airport 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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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Fort Lauderdale is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $185, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica during September average around $190.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from Fort Lauderdale. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was $256. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around $281. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Costa Rica.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica when you can find flight prices for as low as $265. Flying to Costa Rica in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Costa Rica are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $373. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from Fort Lauderdale when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $262 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from Fort Lauderdale for as low as $236 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica 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 Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica flights?

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Best Price Found	$104
Fastest flight time	2h 44m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Costa Rica	40 airports

The best one-way flight to Costa Rica from Fort Lauderdale in the past 72 hours is $104. The best round-trip flight deal from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $233.

The fastest flight from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica takes 2h 44m

Direct flights go from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica every day.

There are 40 airports in Costa Rica. From Fort Lauderdale there are direct flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Costa Rica?
Prices for flights from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Costa Rica are refreshed on a daily basis.
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There are 5 operators available for flights from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Costa Rica as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Costa Rica?
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 Fort Lauderdale Airport 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Fort Lauderdale and Costa Rica, the leading plane model is Airbus A320-100/200, making up 42.14% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A321neo with 18.20%, Airbus A320neo with 15.18%, and Airbus A321 (sharklets) with 13.67%.

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There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica 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 Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica flights?

You could potentially save up to 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica flight.

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

Spirit Airlines, Southwest, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica

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How often are flights from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica delayed?

Historically, on average around 17% of flights between Fort Lauderdale and Costa Rica have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 115 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica flights?

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

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

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

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica flights?

According to our data, JetBlue have had the least number of delays on this route over the last 12 months; with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica on average per day?

The number of flights available between Fort Lauderdale and Costa Rica is 1 per day as of February 2026. The most frequent departure time is 11:00AM, with 100% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica on average per week?

13 flights are operational weekly from Fort Lauderdale to Costa Rica as of February 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 23% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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