What airlines fly to Costa Rica?

Alaska Airlines, Volaris Costa Rica and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica from Los Angeles according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 12 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 Los Angeles to Costa Rica on average per day?

As of October 2025, 2 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Costa Rica each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 36% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Costa Rica

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Costa Rica on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Costa Rica. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 26% of flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Costa Rica?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Costa Rica are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Costa Rica?

As of October 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Costa Rica.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Costa Rica?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles 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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4:56 pm - 12:25 pmLAX-SJO

17h 29m2 stops

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21h 44m1 stop

$242Multiple Airlines

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10:04 pm - 11:58 pmLAX-SJO

23h 54m1 stop

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17h 04m1 stop

$299Volaris Costa Rica

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10:04 pm - 7:17 amLAX-SJO

7h 13mnonstop

2:39 pm - 8:34 pmSJO-LAX

7h 55mnonstop

$306Volaris Costa Rica

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10:27 am - 6:00 pmLAX-LIR

5h 33mnonstop

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6h 14mnonstop

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9:31 pm - 2:13 pmLAX-LIR

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11h 25m1 stop

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13h 17m1 stop

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6h 12mnonstop

$342United Airlines

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9h 16m1 stop

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Spirit Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Costa Rica

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Nov 11

LAX4:56 pmLos Angeles

17h 29m

2 stops

SJO12:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 18

SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 44m

2 stops

LAX8:14 amLos Angeles

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Oct 21

LAX12:09 amLos Angeles

10h 21m

2 stops

SJO11:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 1

SJO12:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 59m

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LAX11:34 pmLos Angeles

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Nov 11

LAX4:56 pmLos Angeles

17h 29m

2 stops

SJO12:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 18

SJO12:34 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

30h 24m

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Nov 13

LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles

23h 54m

1 stop

SJO11:58 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 20

SJO5:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 04m

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LAX8:34 pmLos Angeles

$299

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Nov 17

LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles

7h 13m

SJO7:17 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 20

SJO2:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 55m

LAX8:34 pmLos Angeles

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Oct 25

LAX10:49 pmLos Angeles

23h 24m

1 stop

SJO11:13 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 1

SJO2:37 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 39m

LAX9:16 pmLos Angeles

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4:56 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops17h 29m

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2:42 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop8h 38m

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LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 11/13

10:04 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop23h 54m

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5:30 am-8:34 pm

1 stop17h 04m

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LAXSJO

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10:04 pm-7:17 am

Nonstop7h 13m

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2:39 pm-8:34 pm

Nonstop7h 55m

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LAX - LIR

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Sat 11/29

10:27 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

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Fri 12/5

9:00 am-1:14 pm

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9:31 pm-2:13 pm

1 stop14h 42m

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1 stop11h 25m

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Nonstop5h 38m

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Nonstop6h 14m

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1 stop11h 19m

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1:21 pm-12:38 am

1 stop13h 17m

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LAXLIR

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12:55 am-1:10 pm

1 stop10h 15m

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4:53 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop6h 12m

$342

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12:55 am-6:37 pm

1 stop15h 42m

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2:20 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop9h 16m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Los Angeles is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $364, 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 October is your next best option. Flight prices from Los Angeles to Costa Rica during October average around $373.

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

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from Los Angeles. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $471. 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 Friday because tickets tend to average around $535. 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?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Los Angeles to Costa Rica when you can find flight prices for as low as $299. Flying to Costa Rica at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Costa Rica are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $548. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $468 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from Los Angeles for as low as $412 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to Costa Rica 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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Best Price Found	$177
Fastest flight time	5h 31m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Costa Rica	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Costa Rica from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is $177. The best round-trip flight deal from Los Angeles to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $345.

The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Costa Rica takes 5h 31m

Direct flights go from Los Angeles to Costa Rica every day.

There are 2 airports near Costa Rica: Liberia (LIR), San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)

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Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Costa Rica are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Costa Rica?
As of October 2025, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Costa Rica.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Costa Rica?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Costa Rica?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Los Angeles and Costa Rica, the leading plane model is Boeing 737, making up 26.97% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 25.69%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 21.83%, and Airbus A320neo with 9.31%.

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $87	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,096 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Volaris El Salvador	PriceFrom $117	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 26 reviews	Search Volaris El Salvador flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $174	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,451 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Volaris	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 1,151 reviews	Search Volaris flights
Volaris Costa Rica	PriceFrom $194	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 79 reviews	Search Volaris Costa Rica flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $200	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,908 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,979 reviews	Search Delta flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $283	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,549 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $325	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,095 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $342	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,979 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

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What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Costa Rica flight route?

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

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

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Los Angeles to Costa Rica.

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

Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Costa Rica

What airlines fly to Costa Rica?

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Costa Rica on average per day?

As of October 2025, 2 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Costa Rica each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 36% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Costa Rica on average per week?

As of October 2025, there are 19 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Costa Rica. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 26% of flights taking off on this day.

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