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Cheap flights from San Diego to Costa Rica from $162

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Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 1:53 pm
SAN
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SJO
14h 53m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
10:05 am - 6:40 pm
SJO
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SAN
9h 35m
1 stop
$354Copa Airlines
Wed, Jun 3 - Mon, Jun 8
American Airlines Logo
10:28 pm - 12:59 pm
SAN
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SJO
13h 31m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:09 pm - 10:39 pm
SJO
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SAN
9h 30m
1 stop
$386American Airlines
Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 10
American Airlines Logo
10:45 pm - 12:59 pm
SAN
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SJO
13h 14m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:09 pm - 11:59 pm
SJO
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SAN
10h 50m
1 stop
$391American Airlines
Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 10
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 8:21 am
SAN
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SJO
9h 21m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
8:47 am - 6:40 pm
SJO
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SAN
10h 53m
1 stop
$396Copa Airlines
Wed, Jun 10 - Wed, Jun 17
Copa Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 8:21 am
SAN
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SJO
9h 21m
1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
4:10 am - 6:30 pm
SJO
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SAN
15h 20m
1 stop
$398Copa Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13
American Airlines Logo
7:15 am - 10:42 pm
SAN
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SJO
14h 27m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 10:39 pm
SJO
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SAN
23h 40m
1 stop
$400American Airlines
Wed, Jun 3 - Sun, Jun 14
GOL Logo
4:33 pm - 11:50 am
SAN
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SJO
18h 17m
2 stops
GOL Logo
11:59 pm - 11:59 pm
SJO
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SAN
25h 00m
1 stop
$407GOL
Tue, Jun 2 - Sun, Jun 14
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7:40 pm - 7:15 am
SAN
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SJO
10h 35m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 6:33 pm
SJO
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SAN
10h 48m
1 stop
$410United Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, May 12
United Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 12:10 pm
SAN
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LIR
18h 10m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 9:25 pm
LIR
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SAN
9h 05m
1 stop
$487United Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 22
GOL Logo
10:40 am - 11:27 am
SAN
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LIR
23h 47m
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GOL Logo
1:10 pm - 8:18 am
LIR
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SAN
20h 08m
2 stops
$489GOL
Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 16

American Airlines flights from San Diego to Costa Rica

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American Airlines
Jun 2
SAN10:28 pmSan Diego
13h 31m
1 stop
SJO12:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 10
SJO2:09 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 30m
1 stop
SAN10:39 pmSan Diego
$386
American Airlines
Jun 2
SAN10:45 pmSan Diego
13h 14m
2 stops
SJO12:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 10
SJO2:09 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 50m
1 stop
SAN11:59 pmSan Diego
$391
American Airlines
Jun 3
SAN7:15 amSan Diego
14h 27m
1 stop
SJO10:42 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 14
SJO11:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 40m
1 stop
SAN10:39 pmSan Diego
$400

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Costa Rica

Our best United Airlines deals on San Diego to Costa Rica flight tickets
United Airlines
Apr 28
SAN7:40 pmSan Diego
10h 35m
1 stop
SJO7:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
May 12
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 48m
1 stop
SAN6:33 pmSan Diego
$410
United Airlines
May 29
SAN11:58 amSan Diego
9h 41m
1 stop
SJO10:39 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 6
SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 54m
1 stop
SAN6:39 pmSan Diego
$413
United Airlines
Oct 15
SAN7:41 pmSan Diego
10h 34m
1 stop
SJO7:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 19
SJO8:37 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 08m
1 stop
SAN8:45 pmSan Diego
$428

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Costa Rica that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated April 18, 2026.
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San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 6/3

10:00 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop14h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/8

10:05 am-6:40 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$354

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 6/2

10:28 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop13h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/10

2:09 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop9h 30m

$386

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 6/2

10:45 pm-12:59 pm

2 stops13h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/10

2:09 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 50m

$391
Quickest round-trip

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 6/10

10:00 pm-8:21 am

1 stop9h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/17

8:47 am-6:40 pm

1 stop10h 53m

$396

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 5/6

10:00 pm-8:21 am

1 stop9h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/13

4:10 am-6:30 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$398

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 6/3

7:15 am-10:42 pm

1 stop14h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/14

11:59 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop23h 40m

$400

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 6/2

4:33 pm-11:50 am

2 stops18h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/14

11:59 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$407

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Tue 4/28

7:40 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/12

8:45 am-6:33 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$410

San DiegoLiberia

SAN - LIR

SANLIR

San Diego

Thu 9/3

5:00 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Liberia

Tue 9/22

1:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$487

San DiegoLiberia

SAN - LIR

SANLIR

San Diego

Mon 9/7

10:40 am-11:27 am

2 stops23h 47m

Liberia

Wed 9/16

1:10 pm-8:18 am

2 stops20h 08m

$489

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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 October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $311, 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 November is your next best option. Flight prices from San Diego to Costa Rica during November average around $379.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $465 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 $422 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Costa Rica flight.

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Fastest flight time

7h 36m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San Diego to Costa Rica takes 7h 36m
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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DeltaPriceFrom $241Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,424 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $279Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,577 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $311Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,605 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $327Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,617 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $418Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,329 reviews
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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for San Diego to Costa Rica flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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