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$278+ Cheap flights from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to Costa Rica

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 7/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBP — SJO
Jul 15 — Jul 221
Wed 7/15
Wed 7/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 15, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/222:20 pm
SBP
-
SJO
2 stops21h 01m
United Airlines
Thu 9/241:25 pm
SJO
-
SBP
2 stops21h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10$547
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/412:29 pm
SBP
-
SJO
2 stops22h 34m
American Airlines
Wed 9/92:57 pm
SJO
-
SBP
2 stops21h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11$609
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/118:35 pm
SBP
-
SJO
1 stop9h 40m
United Airlines
Sat 7/186:40 am
SJO
-
SBP
1 stop15h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/13$659
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/258:35 pm
SBP
-
SJO
1 stop9h 40m
United Airlines
Sat 8/16:40 am
SJO
-
SBP
1 stop15h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10$664
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/44:25 pm
SBP
-
SJO
2 stops29h 50m
Avianca
Tue 9/85:45 am
SJO
-
SBP
2 stops17h 16m
Avianca
Deal found 6/11$676
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/48:28 pm
SBP
-
SJO
1 stop9h 47m
United Airlines
Sat 8/88:45 am
SJO
-
SBP
1 stop12h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10$688
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/48:15 am
SBP
-
SJO
2 stops14h 00m
Avianca
Sat 8/89:40 am
SJO
-
SBP
2 stops32h 44m
Avianca
Deal found 6/10$694
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/312:29 pm
SBP
-
SJO
2 stops22h 38m
American Airlines
Wed 9/92:57 pm
SJO
-
SBP
2 stops45h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11$695
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/288:15 am
SBP
-
SJO
2 stops14h 25m
Avianca
Tue 8/115:05 am
SJO
-
SBP
2 stops15h 52m
Avianca
Deal found 6/12$696

Find flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated June 15, 2026.

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Ovago
3 stars

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Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$547
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$278
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$788
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($102 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Luis Obispo 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, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San Luis ObispoSan José

SBP - SJO

SBPSJO

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 9/22

8:11 am-7:37 pm

2 stops10h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/24

7:55 am-10:07 am

2 stops27h 12m

$547
Quickest round-trip

San Luis ObispoSan José

SBP - SJO

SBPSJO

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 7/11

8:35 pm-7:15 am

1 stop9h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/18

6:40 am-8:50 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$659

San Luis ObispoSan José

SBP - SJO

SBPSJO

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 7/25

8:35 pm-7:15 am

1 stop9h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/1

6:40 am-8:50 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$664

San Luis ObispoSan José

SBP - SJO

SBPSJO

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 8/4

8:28 pm-10:11 am

2 stops12h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/8

8:45 am-7:54 pm

1 stop12h 09m

$688

San Luis ObispoSan José

SBP - SJO

SBPSJO

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 7/28

8:28 pm-10:11 am

2 stops12h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/11

8:45 am-7:57 pm

1 stop12h 12m

$711

San Luis ObispoSan José

SBP - SJO

SBPSJO

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 7/18

8:35 pm-7:15 am

1 stop9h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/26

6:00 am-11:44 pm

1 stop18h 44m

$768
Cheapest one-way

San Luis ObispoSan José

SBP - SJO

SBPSJO

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 7/26

7:04 pm-7:15 am

1 stop11h 11m

$278

San Luis ObispoSan José

SBP - SJO

SBPSJO

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 11/5

6:55 pm-8:32 am

1 stop11h 37m

$295

San Luis ObispoSan José

SBP - SJO

SBPSJO

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 7/27

2:06 pm-7:15 am

1 stop16h 09m

$338

San Luis ObispoSan José

SBP - SJO

SBPSJO

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 7/29

2:06 pm-7:15 am

1 stop16h 09m

$338

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Best time to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica (average of $402). Flying from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $788). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated June 15, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,830 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,830 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,830 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,660 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,830 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Dynasty,May 2026

LAX - EWR

The food wasn’t nice - Hosts were not that kind.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica?

    San Luis Obispo County (SBP) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica. It is only a 3.3 mi journey to County (SBP) from San Luis Obispo’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica in 10h 26m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 2875 mi between San Luis Obispo and Costa Rica.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica (average of $402). Flying from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $788). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Luis Obispo to Costa Rica. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$402Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$427Average$599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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