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JetBlue Logo
11:59 pm - 12:40 pm
SFO
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LIR
10h 41m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
2:00 pm - 11:29 pm
LIR
-
SFO
11h 29m1 stop
$375JetBlue
Sun, Jan 25 - Thu, Jan 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 11:40 pm
SFO
-
SJO
8h 20m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 10:01 pm
SJO
-
SFO
35h 26m2 stops
$385Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:10 pm - 8:40 am
SFO
-
SJO
7h 30m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:33 pm - 9:39 pm
SJO
-
SFO
35h 06m2 stops
$386Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Tue, Feb 10
Copa Airlines Logo
1:54 am - 4:46 pm
SFO
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SJO
13h 52m2 stops
Copa Airlines Logo
10:08 am - 11:40 pm
SJO
-
SFO
14h 32m1 stop
$388Copa Airlines
Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:35 am - 11:25 am
SFO
-
SJO
7h 50m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:45 am - 10:01 pm
SJO
-
SFO
40h 16m2 stops
$389Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 2
Copa Airlines Logo
12:42 am - 6:56 pm
SFO
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SJO
16h 14m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
10:08 am - 11:20 pm
SJO
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SFO
15h 12m1 stop
$392Copa Airlines
Mon, Feb 9 - Sun, Feb 15
Avianca Logo
11:10 pm - 11:25 am
SFO
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SJO
10h 15m1 stop
Avianca Logo
9:35 am - 11:20 pm
SJO
-
SFO
15h 45m1 stop
$396Avianca
Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7
Avianca Logo
2:30 am - 11:15 am
SFO
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SJO
7h 45m1 stop
Avianca Logo
3:05 pm - 11:55 pm
SJO
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SFO
9h 50m1 stop
$397Avianca
Tue, Mar 31 - Thu, Apr 30
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:43 am - 3:59 pm
SFO
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LIR
6h 16mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:09 pm - 11:02 pm
LIR
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SFO
6h 53mnonstop
$400Alaska Airlines
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:26 pm - 5:58 pm
SFO
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LIR
17h 32m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:12 pm - 11:05 pm
LIR
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SFO
6h 53mnonstop
$405Alaska Airlines
Sun, Mar 1 - Sat, Mar 7

Avianca flights from San Francisco to Costa Rica

Our best Avianca deals on San Francisco to Costa Rica flight tickets
Avianca
Jan 31
SFO11:10 pmSan Francisco
10h 15m
1 stop
SJO11:25 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 7
SJO9:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 45m
1 stop
SFO11:20 pmSan Francisco
$396
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Avianca
Mar 31
SFO2:30 amSan Francisco
7h 45m
1 stop
SJO11:15 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 7
SJO3:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 50m
1 stop
SFO11:55 pmSan Francisco
$397
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Avianca
Jan 20
SFO1:20 pmSan Francisco
8h 20m
1 stop
SJO11:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 24
SJO6:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 50m
2 stops
SFO9:50 pmSan Francisco
$415
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Copa Airlines flights from San Francisco to Costa Rica

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Copa Airlines
Mar 11
SFO1:54 amSan Francisco
13h 52m
2 stops
SJO4:46 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 18
SJO10:08 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 32m
1 stop
SFO11:40 pmSan Francisco
$388
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Copa Airlines
Feb 9
SFO12:42 amSan Francisco
14h 06m
1 stop
SJO4:48 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 2
SJO11:01 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 15m
1 stop
SFO11:16 pmSan Francisco
$392
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Copa Airlines
Jan 28
SFO12:42 amSan Francisco
28h 24m
1 stop
SJO7:06 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 6
SJO11:01 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 19m
1 stop
SFO11:20 pmSan Francisco
$395
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 December 28, 2025.
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San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Sun 1/25

11:59 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop10h 41m

Liberia

Thu 1/29

2:00 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop11h 29m

$375

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

1:20 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/23

12:35 pm-10:01 pm

2 stops35h 26m

$385

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

11:10 pm-8:40 am

1 stop7h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

12:33 pm-9:39 pm

2 stops35h 06m

$386

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Wed 3/11

1:54 am-4:46 pm

2 stops13h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/18

10:08 am-11:40 pm

1 stop14h 32m

$388

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 2/24

1:35 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/2

7:45 am-10:01 pm

2 stops40h 16m

$389

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

12:42 am-6:56 pm

1 stop16h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/15

10:08 am-11:20 pm

1 stop15h 12m

$392

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

11:10 pm-11:25 am

1 stop10h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/7

9:35 am-11:20 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$396

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

2:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop7h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/30

3:05 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$397

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

8:43 am-3:59 pm

Nonstop6h 16m

Liberia

Sat 5/2

5:09 pm-11:02 pm

Nonstop6h 53m

$400

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

10:26 pm-5:58 pm

1 stop17h 32m

Liberia

Sat 3/7

6:12 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop6h 53m

$405

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from San Francisco is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $526, 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 May is your next best option. Flight prices from San Francisco to Costa Rica during May average around $530.

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

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $714. 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 $792. 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 San Francisco to Costa Rica when you can find flight prices for as low as $486. 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 evening, with an average ticket price of $763. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest San Francisco 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 San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $627 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 Francisco for as low as $581 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Costa Rica flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Costa Rica flights?

You could potentially save up to 16% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to Costa Rica flight.

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Best Price Found

$191

Fastest flight time

6h 16m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Costa Rica

40 airports
The best one-way flight to Costa Rica from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $191. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $391.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Costa Rica takes 6h 16m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Costa Rica every day.
There are 40 airports in Costa Rica. From San Francisco there are direct flights to Liberia (LIR), San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).
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  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Costa Rica?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Costa Rica are updated daily.

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

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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $345Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,561 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $364Free CancellationRating
6.6
2,489 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $370Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,071 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $374Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,901 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $375Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,554 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $459Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,016 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $529Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,250 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $544Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,114 reviews
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AeromexicoPriceFrom $952Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,623 reviews
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It is quick and easy to find San Francisco to Costa Rica flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Costa Rica that suits you.

Can I find flights from San Francisco to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to Costa Rica from San Francisco on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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