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Spirit Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 11:14 amLAX-SJO
11h 04m2 stops
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12:19 pm - 8:48 amSJO-LAX
21h 29m2 stops
$240Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 11:14 amLAX-SJO
11h 04m2 stops
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12:19 pm - 8:48 amSJO-LAX
21h 29m2 stops
$261Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 15
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
10:04 pm - 11:13 pmLAX-SJO
23h 09m1 stop
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
5:30 am - 8:34 pmSJO-LAX
17h 04m1 stop
$283Volaris Costa Rica
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Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 24
Volaris Costa Rica Logo
10:04 pm - 11:13 pmLAX-SJO
23h 09m1 stop
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5:30 am - 8:34 pmSJO-LAX
17h 04m1 stop
$287Volaris Costa Rica
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Wed, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 24
Avianca Logo
1:00 am - 11:15 amLAX-SJO
9h 15m1 stop
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6:10 am - 1:30 pmSJO-LAX
8h 20m1 stop
$300Avianca
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Mon, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 30
Avianca Logo
1:50 pm - 11:35 pmLAX-SJO
8h 45m1 stop
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3:05 pm - 11:10 pmSJO-LAX
9h 05m1 stop
$301Avianca
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Mon, Oct 6 - Fri, Oct 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:27 am - 6:00 pmLAX-LIR
5h 33mnonstop
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7:17 pm - 11:26 pmLIR-LAX
6h 09mnonstop
$324Alaska Airlines
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Sun, Nov 30 - Wed, Dec 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:25 am - 6:07 pmLAX-LIR
5h 42mnonstop
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7:17 pm - 11:26 pmLIR-LAX
6h 09mnonstop
$344Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 12
United Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 12:10 pmLAX-LIR
11h 11m1 stop
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7:35 am - 4:07 pmLIR-LAX
9h 32m1 stop
$358United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 28
United Airlines Logo
9:00 am - 6:37 pmLAX-LIR
7h 37m1 stop
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8:35 am - 11:19 pmLIR-LAX
16h 44m1 stop
$359United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Sun, Dec 7

Volaris Costa Rica flights from Los Angeles to Costa Rica

Our best Volaris Costa Rica deals on Los Angeles to Costa Rica flight tickets
Volaris Costa Rica
Nov 10
LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles
23h 09m
1 stop
SJO11:13 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 24
SJO5:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 04m
1 stop
LAX8:34 pmLos Angeles
$283
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Volaris Costa Rica
Nov 12
LAX10:04 pmLos Angeles
23h 09m
1 stop
SJO11:13 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 24
SJO5:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 04m
1 stop
LAX8:34 pmLos Angeles
$287
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Volaris Costa Rica
Oct 6
LAX10:49 pmLos Angeles
23h 24m
1 stop
SJO11:13 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 13
SJO5:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
16h 46m
1 stop
LAX9:16 pmLos Angeles
$289
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Spirit Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Costa Rica

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Spirit Airlines
Sep 11
LAX11:10 pmLos Angeles
11h 04m
2 stops
SJO11:14 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 15
SJO12:19 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 29m
2 stops
LAX8:48 amLos Angeles
$240
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 10
LAX11:10 pmLos Angeles
11h 04m
2 stops
SJO11:14 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 15
SJO12:19 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 29m
2 stops
LAX8:48 amLos Angeles
$261
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 8
LAX11:10 pmLos Angeles
11h 04m
2 stops
SJO11:14 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 29
SJO12:19 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 29m
2 stops
LAX8:48 amLos Angeles
$264
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Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

11:10 pm-11:14 am

2 stops11h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

12:19 pm-8:48 am

2 stops21h 29m

$240

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

11:10 pm-11:14 am

2 stops11h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

12:19 pm-8:48 am

2 stops21h 29m

$261

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

10:04 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop23h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/24

5:30 am-8:34 pm

1 stop17h 04m

$283

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 11/12

10:04 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop23h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/24

5:30 am-8:34 pm

1 stop17h 04m

$287

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 9/22

1:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop9h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/30

6:10 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$300

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 10/6

1:50 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/10

3:05 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$301

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Sun 11/30

10:27 am-6:00 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

Liberia

Wed 12/10

7:17 pm-11:26 pm

Nonstop6h 09m

$324

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Thu 12/4

10:25 am-6:07 pm

Nonstop5h 42m

Liberia

Fri 12/12

7:17 pm-11:26 pm

Nonstop6h 09m

$344

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Wed 10/15

11:59 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop11h 11m

Liberia

Tue 10/28

7:35 am-4:07 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$358

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Tue 12/2

9:00 am-6:37 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Liberia

Sun 12/7

8:35 am-11:19 pm

1 stop16h 44m

$359

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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 May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $387, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in May, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Los Angeles to Costa Rica during August average around $389.

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 $478. 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 $547. 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 $399. 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 $540. 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?

Fly from Los Angeles to Liberia for the best Los Angeles - Costa Rica flight prices

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 $472 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 $422 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.

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.

Cheap Los Angeles to Costa Rica flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Los Angeles to Costa Rica

Best Price Found

$179

Fastest flight time

5h 33m

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 $179. The best round-trip flight deal from Los Angeles to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $354.
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Costa Rica takes 5h 33m
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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  • 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.

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  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Los Angeles to Costa Rica

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $87Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,028 reviews
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Volaris El SalvadorPriceFrom $116Free CancellationRating
7.4
26 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $175Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,420 reviews
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Volaris Costa RicaPriceFrom $197Free CancellationRating
7.8
79 reviews
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VolarisPriceFrom $204Free CancellationRating
6.6
1,158 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $226Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,977 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $310Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,920 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $319Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,517 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $329Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,944 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $334Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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Can I find flights from Los Angeles to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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