Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona from $480

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SJO — BCN
Jun 6 — Jun 131

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 20 days in advance, which can save you up to 11% on flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 20 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $955. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1,122.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Costa Rica to Barcelona?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Barcelona from Costa Rica average $1,046. You can even find prices in February for less than $1,046, as users have found deals to Barcelona from as low as $692. The month of July appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Barcelona from Costa Rica. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 18%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CR to BCN?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona as you normally would.

Cheap Air France flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air France for the route between Costa Rica and Barcelona. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 1, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Air France flights heading from Costa Rica to Barcelona. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 6/117:00 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop19h 55mAir France
Wed 6/196:10 amBCN - SJO
1 stop18h 45mAir France
Deal found 5/31$889
Wed 6/127:00 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop19h 55mAir France
Thu 6/206:10 amBCN - SJO
1 stop18h 45mAir France
Deal found 5/31$951
Thu 7/47:00 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop19h 55mAir France
Wed 7/2411:25 amBCN - SJO
1 stop16h 43mAir France
Deal found 5/30$959
Mon 8/127:00 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop19h 55mAir France
Mon 8/266:10 amBCN - SJO
1 stop18h 45mAir France
Deal found 5/31$1,026
Tue 8/67:00 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop14h 10mAir France
Wed 10/166:10 amBCN - SJO
1 stop18h 45mAir France
Deal found 5/31$1,047
Sun 6/91:07 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops20h 03mAir France
Wed 6/196:10 amBCN - SJO
1 stop18h 45mAir France
Deal found 5/31$1,132
Fri 6/77:00 amSJO - BCN
1 stop18h 10mAir France
Sun 6/169:10 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop27h 45mAir France
Deal found 6/1$1,226
Fri 7/267:00 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop17h 15mAir France
Thu 8/86:10 amBCN - SJO
1 stop18h 45mAir France
Deal found 5/30$1,269
Tue 7/97:00 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop14h 10mAir France
Tue 7/166:10 amBCN - SJO
1 stop18h 45mAir France
Deal found 5/31$1,383

Cheap SWISS flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by SWISS for the route between Costa Rica and Barcelona. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 1, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest SWISS flights we've found from Costa Rica to Barcelona. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Wed 6/52:40 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops20h 35mSWISS
Wed 6/126:00 amBCN - SJO
1 stop15h 10mSWISS
Deal found 6/1$914
Wed 6/122:40 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops20h 35mSWISS
Thu 6/202:55 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop30h 20mSWISS
Deal found 5/31$972
Wed 6/262:40 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops20h 35mSWISS
Wed 7/36:00 amBCN - SJO
1 stop15h 10mSWISS
Deal found 5/31$1,098
Fri 6/72:50 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop15h 15mSWISS
Tue 6/188:05 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop25h 05mSWISS
Deal found 6/1$1,104

Cheap Costa Rica to Barcelona flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Costa Rica to Barcelona specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Prices were last updated on June 1, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Costa Rica to Barcelona in June and July 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 6/45:30 amSJO - BCN
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/1212:25 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$815
Mon 6/104:15 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop13h 30mIberia
Tue 6/188:45 amBCN - SJO
1 stop13h 40mIberia
Deal found 5/31$816
Tue 6/47:15 amSJO - BCN
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/1212:25 pmBCN - SJO
2 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$827
Mon 6/106:25 amSJO - BCN
1 stop17h 00mIberia
Tue 6/113:05 pmBCN - SJO
2 stops31h 45mIberia
Deal found 5/31$830
Mon 6/104:15 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop13h 30mIberia
Wed 6/198:45 amBCN - SJO
1 stop13h 40mIberia
Deal found 5/31$833
Tue 6/117:30 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/174:45 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$839
Mon 6/104:15 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop13h 30mIberia
Mon 6/176:05 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop28h 20mIberia
Deal found 5/31$843
Tue 6/117:30 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/189:45 amBCN - SJO
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$850
Wed 6/59:45 amSJO - BCN
1 stop16h 40mAir Canada
Wed 6/1212:25 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop14h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 5/31$851

Costa Rica to Barcelona 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Costa Rica and Barcelona in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 1, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Costa Rica to Barcelona in June and July 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 11/268:55 amSJO - BCN
2 stops39h 40mAir Canada
Tue 12/109:15 amBCN - SJO
1 stop19h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 5/31$788
Sat 10/198:15 amSJO - BCN
1 stop17h 25mAir Canada
Sat 10/2612:25 pmBCN - SJO
2 stops39h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 5/31$793
Tue 6/45:30 amSJO - BCN
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/1212:25 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$815
Mon 11/48:55 amSJO - BCN
2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/137:45 amBCN - SJO
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$816
Tue 11/268:55 amSJO - BCN
2 stops39h 40mAir Canada
Tue 12/105:50 amBCN - SJO
2 stops22h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 5/31$818
Tue 10/297:55 amSJO - BCN
2 stops40h 40mAir Canada
Tue 11/121:00 pmBCN - SJO
2 stops39h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 5/31$824
Tue 6/47:15 amSJO - BCN
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/1212:25 pmBCN - SJO
2 stops40h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$827
Mon 6/106:25 amSJO - BCN
1 stop17h 00mIberia
Tue 6/113:05 pmBCN - SJO
2 stops31h 45mIberia
Deal found 5/31$830
Tue 10/227:30 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2910:30 amBCN - SJO
1 stop15h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$832

Costa Rica to Barcelona flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Costa Rica to Barcelona for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 1, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Mon 6/104:15 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop13h 30mIberia
Tue 6/188:45 amBCN - SJO
1 stop13h 40mIberia
Deal found 5/31$816
Mon 6/106:25 amSJO - BCN
1 stop17h 00mIberia
Tue 6/113:05 pmBCN - SJO
2 stops31h 45mIberia
Deal found 5/31$830
Mon 6/104:15 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop13h 30mIberia
Wed 6/198:45 amBCN - SJO
1 stop13h 40mIberia
Deal found 5/31$833
Tue 6/117:30 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/174:45 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$839
Mon 6/104:15 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop13h 30mIberia
Mon 6/176:05 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop28h 20mIberia
Deal found 5/31$843
Tue 6/117:30 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/189:45 amBCN - SJO
1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$850
Tue 6/117:30 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/194:25 pmBCN - SJO
1 stop33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$885
Tue 6/117:00 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop19h 55mAir France
Wed 6/196:10 amBCN - SJO
1 stop18h 45mAir France
Deal found 5/31$889
Mon 6/104:15 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/1910:00 pmBCN - SJO
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$929

One-way flights to Barcelona from Costa Rica

Search for one-way flight options from Costa Rica to Barcelona. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 1, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona. Users needing a return flight from Costa Rica to Barcelona should utilize the search form above.
Sun 7/1410:45 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$480
Mon 6/1012:27 pmSJO - BCN
3 stops51h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$517
Mon 6/1012:27 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops45h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$518
Sat 7/132:04 amSJO - BCN
2 stops30h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$521
Tue 6/117:30 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$573
Sat 7/132:04 amSJO - BCN
1 stop22h 56mAvianca
Deal found 5/31$575
Tue 6/1112:27 pmSJO - BCN
2 stops20h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$588
Tue 6/1112:27 pmSJO - BCN
3 stops28h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$591
Mon 6/104:15 pmSJO - BCN
1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31$613

Find flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona 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, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 1, 2024.

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San José Juan Santamaria IntlBarcelona-El Prat

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/4

2 stops20h 10m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 6/12

1 stop14h 50m

$815

San José Juan Santamaria IntlBarcelona-El Prat

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/10

1 stop13h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Tue 6/18

1 stop13h 40m

$816

San José Juan Santamaria IntlBarcelona-El Prat

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/5

1 stop16h 40m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 6/12

1 stop14h 50m

$851

San José Juan Santamaria IntlBarcelona-El Prat

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/5

2 stops24h 30m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 6/12

2 stops33h 11m

$864

San José Juan Santamaria IntlBarcelona-El Prat

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/11

1 stop19h 55m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 6/19

1 stop18h 45m

$889

San José Juan Santamaria IntlBarcelona-El Prat

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/5

2 stops20h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 6/12

1 stop15h 10m

$914

San José Juan Santamaria IntlBarcelona-El Prat

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/12

3 stops38h 25m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 6/20

2 stops34h 50m

$1,002

San José Juan Santamaria IntlBarcelona-El Prat

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/5

1 stop22h 56m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 10/16

1 stop18h 20m

$1,045

San José Juan Santamaria IntlBarcelona-El Prat

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/11

2 stops19h 17m

Barcelona-El Prat

Wed 7/24

1 stop17h 12m

$1,049

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Reviews of airlines servicing Barcelona

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Barcelona. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Barcelona. Reviews last updated June 1, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air France, SWISS and Avianca from Costa Rica to Barcelona to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.9
Good
1,512 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.9
Good
1,512 reviews
7.9
Good
1,512 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.8
Good
1,941 reviews
7.9
Good
1,512 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.6
Good
2,473 reviews
7.9
Good
1,512 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.5
Good
1,729 reviews
7.9
Good
1,512 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

7.4
Good
10,754 reviews
7.9
Good
1,512 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.9

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Departure was late. Plane much too small for an 11 hour flight. One bathroom was out of order in a completely full flight.

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  • Can I find flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona for under $900 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona for under $900. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $815, but on average you can expect to pay $864.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Costa Rica to Barcelona for under $900?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona within the next 7 days for less than $900.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Costa Rica to Barcelona one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Costa Rica to Barcelona are Avianca ($575), SWISS ($749), and United Airlines ($760).

  • What does SJO to BCN mean?

    Great question - SJO to BCN just means San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Barcelona-El Prat Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Girona Costa Brava Airport (GRO), Reus Airport (REU), La Seu d'Urgell Aeroport De La Seu Airport (LEU), Lleida-Alguaire Airport (ILD).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Costa Rica to Barcelona flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Costa Rica to Barcelona flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Costa Rica to Barcelona flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Barcelona by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Costa Rica to Barcelona offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Costa Rica to Barcelona?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Costa Rica to Barcelona flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Costa Rica to Barcelona flight deals updated?

    The Costa Rica to Barcelona flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/1.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Costa Rica to Barcelona?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to Barcelona?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Barcelona (average of $510). Flying from Costa Rica to Barcelona in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,054). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AviancaCheapest$719Average$991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air EuropaCheapest$785Average$1,013FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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IberiaCheapest$806Average$1,149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air CanadaCheapest$845Average$997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air FranceCheapest$847Average$1,193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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SWISSCheapest$1,025Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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American AirlinesCheapest$1,102Average$1,174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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