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

United Airlines, Delta, and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Tampa to Costa Rica

What airlines fly to Costa Rica?

Volaris Costa Rica, JetBlue and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica from Tampa according to our data. Volaris Costa Rica is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 12 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 Tampa Airport to Costa Rica?

Prices for flights from Tampa Airport to Costa Rica were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tampa Airport to Costa Rica?

There are 9 operators available for flights from Tampa Airport to Costa Rica as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Tampa 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 Tampa Airport to Costa Rica.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Costa Rica may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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3:27 pm - 8:21 am

TPA

SJO

18h 54m

1 stop

10:03 am - 11:05 pm

SJO

TPA

11h 02m

1 stop

$290Copa Airlines

Sun, Jul 26 - Thu, Aug 13

6:40 am - 7:55 am

TPA

SJO

3h 15mnonstop

8:55 am - 2:05 pm

SJO

TPA

3h 10mnonstop

$291Breeze Airways

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24

7:38 pm - 11:30 am

TPA

LIR

17h 52m

2 stops

2:45 pm - 12:12 pm

LIR

TPA

19h 27m

2 stops

$297American Airlines

Mon, Jul 27 - Thu, Aug 27

7:30 am - 11:58 am

TPA

SJO

6h 28m

1 stop

1:23 pm - 12:20 am

SJO

TPA

8h 57m

1 stop

$302Delta

Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 14

4:51 pm - 11:30 am

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LIR

20h 39m

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2:45 pm - 10:32 am

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17h 47m

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$303American Airlines

Mon, Jul 27 - Thu, Aug 27

3:27 pm - 7:12 am

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SJO

17h 45m

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10:03 am - 11:05 pm

SJO

TPA

11h 02m

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$303Copa Airlines

Thu, Jul 30 - Wed, Aug 5

6:00 am - 7:52 pm

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SJO

15h 52m

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2:52 pm - 10:32 am

SJO

TPA

17h 40m

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$307American Airlines

Fri, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 1

4:45 pm - 11:22 am

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LIR

20h 37m

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2:19 pm - 11:05 am

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TPA

18h 46m

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$394GOL

Fri, Jun 26 - Wed, Jul 1

7:15 am - 9:50 am

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LIR

28h 35m

1 stop

11:10 am - 9:29 pm

LIR

TPA

8h 19m

1 stop

$421United Airlines

Sat, Jun 13 - Wed, Jul 15

9:15 am - 9:50 am

TPA

LIR

26h 35m

1 stop

3:27 pm - 9:29 pm

LIR

TPA

28h 02m

1 stop

$430United Airlines

Sat, Jun 13 - Thu, Jul 16

Copa Airlines flights from Tampa to Costa Rica

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Jul 26

TPA3:27 pmTampa

18h 54m

1 stop

SJO8:21 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Aug 13

SJO10:03 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 02m

1 stop

TPA11:05 pmTampa

$290

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Jul 30

TPA3:27 pmTampa

18h 54m

1 stop

SJO8:21 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Aug 5

SJO10:03 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 02m

1 stop

TPA11:05 pmTampa

$303

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Jun 21

TPA3:29 pmTampa

19h 37m

1 stop

SJO9:06 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Jun 23

SJO5:47 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

5h 46m

1 stop

TPA1:33 pmTampa

$309

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Jul 28

TPA3:45 pmTampa

10h 10m

1 stop

SJO11:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Aug 27

SJO1:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 40m

1 stop

TPA2:20 pmTampa

$311

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Jul 27

TPA3:45 pmTampa

25h 40m

1 stop

SJO3:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Aug 31

SJO9:25 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

26h 55m

1 stop

TPA2:20 pmTampa

$336

Avianca

Jun 12

TPA3:45 pmTampa

10h 10m

1 stop

SJO11:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Jun 15

SJO4:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 20m

1 stop

TPA2:20 pmTampa

$346

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3:27 pm-8:21 am

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Thu 8/13

10:03 am-11:05 pm

1 stop11h 02m

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TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Sat 10/17

6:40 am-7:55 am

Nonstop3h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/24

8:55 am-2:05 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$291

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TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Mon 7/27

7:38 pm-11:30 am

2 stops17h 52m

Liberia

Thu 8/27

2:45 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops19h 27m

$297

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Tue 10/6

7:30 am-11:58 am

1 stop6h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/14

1:23 pm-12:20 am

1 stop8h 57m

$302

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Tampa

Mon 7/27

4:51 pm-11:30 am

1 stop20h 39m

Liberia

Thu 8/27

2:45 pm-10:32 am

2 stops17h 47m

$303

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Thu 7/30

3:27 pm-7:12 am

1 stop17h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/5

10:03 am-11:05 pm

1 stop11h 02m

$303

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Fri 8/28

6:00 am-7:52 pm

1 stop15h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/1

2:52 pm-10:32 am

2 stops17h 40m

$307

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TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Fri 6/26

4:45 pm-11:22 am

2 stops20h 37m

Liberia

Wed 7/1

2:19 pm-11:05 am

2 stops18h 46m

$394

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TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Sat 6/13

7:15 am-9:50 am

1 stop28h 35m

Liberia

Wed 7/15

11:10 am-9:29 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$421

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Sat 6/13

9:15 am-9:50 am

1 stop26h 35m

Liberia

Thu 7/16

3:27 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop28h 02m

$430

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Tampa is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $106, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in February, then December is your next best option. Flight prices from Tampa to Costa Rica during December average around $113.

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

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from Tampa. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $449. 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 Saturday because tickets tend to average around $695. 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 Tampa to Costa Rica flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from Tampa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $374 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from Tampa for as low as $318 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Tampa to Costa Rica flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Fastest flight time	3h 15m
Direct flights	Thu and Sun
Airports in Costa Rica	40 airports

The fastest flight from Tampa to Costa Rica takes 3h 15m

Direct flights go from Tampa to Costa Rica on Thursday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 40 airports in Costa Rica. From Tampa there are direct flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Tampa to Costa Rica

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tampa Airport to Costa Rica?
Prices for flights from Tampa Airport to Costa Rica were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tampa Airport to Costa Rica?
There are 9 operators available for flights from Tampa Airport to Costa Rica as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Tampa 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 Tampa Airport to Costa Rica.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Costa Rica may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Tampa to Costa Rica?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Tampa to Costa Rica is Airbus A220-300, representing 100.00% of all bookings.

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Delta	PriceFrom $126	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,445 reviews	Search Delta flights
Breeze Airways	PriceFrom $152	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 284 reviews	Search Breeze Airways flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $207	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.2	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Copa Airlines	PriceFrom $233	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,575 reviews	Search Copa Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $242	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,983 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $245	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,752 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $285	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,639 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom $288	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,527 reviews	Search Avianca flights
GOL	PriceFrom $315	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,223 reviews	Search GOL flights

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