What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Jose to Costa Rica?

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from San Jose to Costa Rica

What airlines fly to Costa Rica?

Avianca, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica from San Jose according to our data. Avianca is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Costa Rica on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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As of July 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from San Jose Airport to Costa Rica.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose 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 Jose 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.

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6:00 am - 5:57 pmSJC-SJO

10h 57m1 stop

7:27 am - 4:41 pmSJO-SJC

10h 14m1 stop

$281American Airlines

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jue., sep. 4 - mié., sep. 17

6:00 am - 5:57 pmSJC-SJO

10h 57m1 stop

7:27 am - 4:41 pmSJO-SJC

10h 14m1 stop

$282American Airlines

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jue., sep. 4 - mié., sep. 17

6:00 am - 5:57 pmSJC-SJO

10h 57m1 stop

7:27 am - 4:41 pmSJO-SJC

10h 14m1 stop

$283American Airlines

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jue., sep. 4 - mié., sep. 17

10:53 am - 7:04 pmSJC-SJO

31h 11m1 stop

6:30 am - 10:46 pmSJO-SJC

17h 16m1 stop

$289Alaska Airlines

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mar., oct. 14 - jue., oct. 23

1:44 pm - 12:10 pmSJC-SJO

21h 26m2 stops

1:35 pm - 2:45 pmSJO-SJC

26h 10m2 stops

$304Delta

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jue., sep. 4 - mié., sep. 17

3:55 pm - 12:26 pmSJC-SJO

19h 31m2 stops

1:30 pm - 9:52 amSJO-SJC

21h 22m2 stops

$308United Airlines

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mar., oct. 7 - mar., oct. 14

1:00 pm - 12:26 pmSJC-SJO

22h 26m1 stop

1:30 pm - 9:52 amSJO-SJC

21h 22m2 stops

$316United Airlines

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mar., oct. 7 - mar., oct. 14

5:55 pm - 11:56 amSJC-SJO

17h 01m2 stops

1:21 pm - 2:42 pmSJO-SJC

26h 21m2 stops

$320Delta

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vie., oct. 17 - jue., oct. 23

9:33 am - 7:04 pmSJC-SJO

32h 31m2 stops

6:30 am - 10:46 pmSJO-SJC

17h 16m1 stop

$329Alaska Airlines

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mar., oct. 14 - jue., oct. 23

6:45 am - 6:55 pmSJC-SJO

11h 10m1 stop

8:50 am - 9:40 pmSJO-SJC

13h 50m2 stops

$381Southwest

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Alaska Airlines flights from San Jose to Costa Rica

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Alaska Airlines

Oct 14

SJC10:53 amSan Jose

31h 11m

1 stop

SJO7:04 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 23

SJO6:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 16m

1 stop

SJC10:46 pmSan Jose

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Oct 14

SJC9:33 amSan Jose

32h 31m

2 stops

SJO7:04 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 23

SJO6:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 16m

1 stop

SJC10:46 pmSan Jose

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Oct 18

SJC6:15 amSan Jose

11h 49m

1 stop

SJO7:04 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 23

SJO6:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 16m

1 stop

SJC10:46 pmSan Jose

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Delta

Sep 4

SJC1:44 pmSan Jose

21h 26m

2 stops

SJO12:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sep 17

SJO1:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

26h 10m

2 stops

SJC2:45 pmSan Jose

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Oct 17

SJC5:55 pmSan Jose

17h 01m

2 stops

SJO11:56 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 23

SJO1:21 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

26h 21m

2 stops

SJC2:42 pmSan Jose

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Sep 4

SJC1:44 pmSan Jose

21h 26m

2 stops

SJO12:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sep 17

SJO1:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

29h 39m

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SJC6:14 pmSan Jose

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jue. 9/4

6:00 am-5:57 pm

1 stop10h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 9/17

7:27 am-4:41 pm

1 stop10h 14m

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San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

jue. 9/4

6:00 am-5:57 pm

1 stop10h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 9/17

7:27 am-4:41 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$282

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

jue. 9/4

6:00 am-5:57 pm

1 stop10h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 9/17

7:27 am-4:41 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$283

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

mar. 10/14

10:53 am-7:04 pm

1 stop31h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 10/23

6:30 am-10:46 pm

1 stop17h 16m

$289

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

jue. 9/4

1:44 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops21h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 9/17

1:35 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$304

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

mar. 10/7

3:55 pm-12:26 pm

2 stops19h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 10/14

1:30 pm-9:52 am

2 stops21h 22m

$308

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

mar. 10/7

1:00 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop22h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 10/14

1:30 pm-9:52 am

2 stops21h 22m

$316

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

vie. 10/17

5:55 pm-11:56 am

2 stops17h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 10/23

1:21 pm-2:42 pm

2 stops26h 21m

$320

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

mar. 10/14

9:33 am-7:04 pm

2 stops32h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 10/23

6:30 am-10:46 pm

1 stop17h 16m

$329

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

jue. 9/4

6:45 am-6:55 pm

1 stop11h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 9/17

8:50 am-9:40 pm

2 stops13h 50m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from San Jose is in June. Flight prices, which tend to average around $504, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in June, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from San Jose to Costa Rica during August average around $505.

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

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from San Jose. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was $583. 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 Sunday because tickets tend to average around $778. 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 Jose to Costa Rica when you can find flight prices for as low as $556. 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 $678. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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 Jose when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $629 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 Jose for as low as $448 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$121
Fastest flight time	7h 53m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Costa Rica	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Costa Rica from San Jose in the past 72 hours is $121. The best round-trip flight deal from San Jose to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $281.

The fastest flight from San Jose to Costa Rica takes 7h 53m

There are no direct flights from San Jose to Costa Rica. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are San Jose Airport - Liberia Airport and San Jose Airport - San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

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 San Jose Airport to Costa Rica?
Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Costa Rica are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Jose Airport to Costa Rica?
As of July 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from San Jose Airport to Costa Rica.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose 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 Jose 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.

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Delta	PriceFrom $350	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $362	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $385	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 2,388 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $391	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $392	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $415	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

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

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Jose to Costa Rica?

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from San Jose to Costa Rica

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

How can momondo help me find flights from San Jose to Costa Rica?

I’m not ready to book a flight from San Jose to Costa Rica right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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