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Cheap flights from San Diego to Costa Rica from $184

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United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 7:37 pm
SAN
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SJO
10h 37m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 6:35 pm
SJO
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SAN
10h 50m
1 stop
$410United Airlines
Fri, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 29
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6:40 pm - 12:03 pm
SAN
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SJO
16h 23m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:56 pm - 8:12 am
SJO
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SAN
18h 16m
2 stops
$415American Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 26
Copa Airlines Logo
8:58 pm - 9:04 am
SAN
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SJO
11h 06m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
4:08 am - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
15h 22m
1 stop
$418Copa Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 26
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 7:09 am
SAN
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SJO
8h 09m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 6:40 pm
SJO
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SAN
9h 35m
1 stop
$424Copa Airlines
Mon, Jun 8 - Wed, Jun 17
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 7:09 am
SAN
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SJO
8h 09m
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Copa Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 6:40 pm
SJO
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SAN
9h 35m
1 stop
$425Copa Airlines
Mon, Jun 8 - Wed, Jun 17
Copa Airlines Logo
8:58 pm - 9:04 am
SAN
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SJO
11h 06m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
13h 45m
1 stop
$429Copa Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 26
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 7:37 pm
SAN
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SJO
10h 37m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:55 am - 5:46 pm
SJO
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SAN
10h 51m
1 stop
$430United Airlines
Tue, Aug 25 - Wed, Sep 2
American Airlines Logo
6:19 am - 7:53 pm
SAN
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SJO
12h 34m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:57 pm - 12:03 pm
SJO
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SAN
22h 06m
2 stops
$435American Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 9
Copa Airlines Logo
8:58 pm - 10:58 am
SAN
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SJO
13h 00m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
6:17 pm - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
25h 13m
1 stop
$438Copa Airlines
Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 16
United Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 12:10 pm
SAN
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LIR
20h 06m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 9:25 pm
LIR
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SAN
9h 05m
1 stop
$504United Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 22

Copa Airlines flights from San Diego to Costa Rica

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Copa Airlines
Aug 12
SAN8:58 pmSan Diego
11h 06m
1 stop
SJO9:04 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 26
SJO4:08 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 22m
1 stop
SAN6:30 pmSan Diego
$418
Copa Airlines
Jun 8
SAN10:00 pmSan Diego
8h 09m
1 stop
SJO7:09 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 17
SJO10:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 35m
1 stop
SAN6:40 pmSan Diego
$424
Copa Airlines
Jun 8
SAN10:00 pmSan Diego
8h 09m
1 stop
SJO7:09 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 17
SJO10:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 35m
1 stop
SAN6:40 pmSan Diego
$425

American Airlines flights from San Diego to Costa Rica

Our best American Airlines deals on San Diego to Costa Rica flight tickets
American Airlines
Aug 16
SAN6:40 pmSan Diego
16h 23m
2 stops
SJO12:03 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 26
SJO2:56 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 16m
2 stops
SAN8:12 amSan Diego
$415
American Airlines
Aug 26
SAN6:19 amSan Diego
12h 34m
2 stops
SJO7:53 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 9
SJO2:57 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
22h 06m
2 stops
SAN12:03 pmSan Diego
$435
American Airlines
Aug 25
SAN12:32 pmSan Diego
22h 31m
1 stop
SJO12:03 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 2
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 49m
1 stop
SAN10:49 pmSan Diego
$443

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San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Fri 8/21

8:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop10h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/29

8:45 am-6:35 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$410

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sun 8/16

6:40 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops16h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/26

2:56 pm-8:12 am

2 stops18h 16m

$415

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 8/12

8:58 pm-9:04 am

1 stop11h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/26

4:08 am-6:30 pm

1 stop15h 22m

$418
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 6/8

10:00 pm-7:09 am

1 stop8h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/17

10:05 am-6:40 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$424

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 6/8

10:00 pm-7:09 am

1 stop8h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/17

10:05 am-6:40 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$425

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 8/12

8:58 pm-9:04 am

1 stop11h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/26

5:45 am-6:30 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$429

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 8/25

8:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop10h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/2

7:55 am-5:46 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$430

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 8/26

6:19 am-7:53 pm

2 stops12h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/9

2:57 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops22h 06m

$435

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sun 8/9

8:58 pm-10:58 am

1 stop13h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/16

6:17 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop25h 13m

$438

San DiegoLiberia

SAN - LIR

SANLIR

San Diego

Sat 9/12

3:04 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop20h 06m

Liberia

Tue 9/22

1:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$504

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Costa Rica

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from San Diego is in December. Flight prices, which tend to average around $136, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in December, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from San Diego to Costa Rica during September average around $214.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from San Diego when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $455 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from San Diego for as low as $415 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on San Diego to Costa Rica flights?

You could potentially save up to 4% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Costa Rica flight.

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Fastest flight time

8h 16m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Diego to Costa Rica takes 8h 16m
There are no direct flights from San Diego to Costa Rica. There are no popular flight routes from San Diego to Costa Rica.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Diego to Costa Rica

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

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Costa Rica are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Costa Rica.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Costa Rica 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.

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Costa Rica

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Rating
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $279Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,569 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $311Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,778 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $316Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,643 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $346Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,400 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $418Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,260 reviews
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