$122+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to California
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 6/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
Apr 19 — Apr 261
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to CaliforniaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 20, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 20, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/712:55 am
SJO
- LAX
Nonstop6h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/124:40 pm
LAX
- SJO
Nonstop5h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$282
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/32:20 am
SJO
- LAX
1 stop21h 15m
Viva
Sun 7/512:05 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop24h 10m
Viva
Deal found 3/18![Viva logo]()
$285
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/84:18 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/1511:55 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$286
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/224:18 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/2511:55 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$296
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/44:18 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Volaris
Thu 6/2511:55 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Volaris
Deal found 3/15![Volaris logo]()
$297
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/34:18 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/1011:55 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$298
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2412:38 pm
SJO
- LAX
2 stops36h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/25:30 am
LAX
- SJO
2 stops29h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$304
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2412:38 pm
SJO
- LAX
2 stops36h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/295:30 am
LAX
- SJO
2 stops29h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$306
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/14:18 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/1011:55 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$307
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/244:18 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/2711:55 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$311
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Wed 5/132:40 pm
LIR
- LAX
1 stop11h 02m
American Airlines
Sun 5/176:50 pm
LAX
- LIR
1 stop17h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16![American Airlines logo]()
$334
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2412:38 pm
SJO
- LAS
2 stops23h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/211:51 am
LAS
- SJO
2 stops22h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$337
Best flights from Costa Rica to CaliforniaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Costa Rica to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 20, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Costa Rica to California that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 20, 2026.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/169:00 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop14h 49m
JetBlue
Wed 9/2311:40 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop11h 23m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/18![JetBlue logo]()
$356
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Thu 4/168:45 am
SJO
- SMF
1 stop25h 53m
United Airlines
Sat 5/25:00 am
SMF
- SJO
2 stops23h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/16![United Airlines logo]()
$366
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/224:10 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 20m
Copa Airlines
Wed 5/2710:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop14h 53m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Copa Airlines logo]()
$376
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/216:12 pm
LIR
- LAX
Nonstop6h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 4/2511:44 pm
LAX
- LIR
Nonstop5h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$382
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/22:15 pm
LIR
- LAX
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Sat 5/911:50 pm
LAX
- LIR
1 stop12h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/18![Southwest logo]()
$454
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Wed 4/2911:35 pm
SJO
- SNA
1 stop9h 58m
American Airlines
Wed 5/66:51 pm
SNA
- SJO
1 stop17h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15![American Airlines logo]()
$491
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/712:19 pm
SJO
- BUR
2 stops21h 48m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 4/107:05 pm
BUR
- SJO
2 stops15h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$533
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/248:45 am
SJO
- BUR
1 stop10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/297:44 pm
BUR
- SJO
1 stop10h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$562
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/138:45 am
SJO
- BUR
1 stop9h 48m
Azul
Sun 8/168:15 pm
BUR
- SJO
1 stop10h 00m
Azul
Deal found 3/18![Azul logo]()
$635
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Wed 4/298:45 am
SJO
- SMF
1 stop26h 02m
United Airlines
Wed 5/62:23 pm
SMF
- SJO
1 stop15h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15![United Airlines logo]()
$366
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 6/212:30 am
SJO
- SMF
2 stops23h 26m
United Airlines
Sun 6/216:00 am
SMF
- SJO
1 stop24h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/19![United Airlines logo]()
$366
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2312:53 am
SJO
- LAX
Nonstop6h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/304:40 pm
LAX
- SJO
Nonstop5h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$453
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Thu 8/278:45 am
SJO
- ONT
1 stop15h 13m
United Airlines
Thu 9/246:53 pm
ONT
- SJO
1 stop11h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/18![United Airlines logo]()
$375
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/211:00 pm
LIR
- LAX
1 stop10h 29m
JetBlue
Sat 4/2510:05 pm
LAX
- LIR
1 stop12h 55m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/16![JetBlue logo]()
$454
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/71:10 pm
SJO
- LAX
2 stops11h 10m
Southwest
Tue 5/126:35 am
LAX
- SJO
2 stops11h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/16![Southwest logo]()
$461
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/1510:05 am
SJO
- LAX
1 stop14h 00m
Copa Airlines
Thu 6/1812:17 pm
LAX
- SJO
1 stop19h 04m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Copa Airlines logo]()
$473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Thu 4/2311:13 am
SJO
- SMF
1 stop12h 17m
United Airlines
Mon 4/273:53 pm
SMF
- SJO
1 stop14h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15![United Airlines logo]()
$375
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Thu 5/218:45 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop17h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 5/266:00 am
LAS
- SJO
1 stop27h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/18![United Airlines logo]()
$376
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Wed 6/2411:59 pm
SJO
- SNA
1 stop9h 23m
American Airlines
Wed 7/14:39 pm
SNA
- SJO
1 stop20h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/19![American Airlines logo]()
$561
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/58:45 am
SJO
- BUR
1 stop9h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/1611:10 am
BUR
- SJO
1 stop19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$562
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/199:00 am
SJO
- SFO
2 stops13h 10m
Southwest
Wed 9/25:50 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops11h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/18![Southwest logo]()
$520
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/212:19 pm
SJO
- BUR
2 stops21h 48m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/97:05 pm
BUR
- SJO
2 stops15h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$618
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Wed 5/68:45 am
SJO
- SMF
1 stop16h 02m
United Airlines
Fri 5/156:20 am
SMF
- SJO
1 stop23h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/18![United Airlines logo]()
$386
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/712:55 am
SJO
- SFO
1 stop31h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/309:57 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop12h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$593
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Fri 8/288:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop16h 44m
United Airlines
Tue 9/110:13 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop8h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/19![United Airlines logo]()
$388
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/412:19 pm
SJO
- BUR
2 stops21h 48m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/92:15 pm
BUR
- SJO
2 stops19h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$638
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/121:15 pm
SJO
- SFO
2 stops18h 30m
Southwest
Mon 9/215:10 am
SFO
- SJO
2 stops12h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/19![Southwest logo]()
$626
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/1311:59 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop14h 57m
JetBlue
Sat 4/187:00 am
SFO
- SJO
1 stop14h 14m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/16![JetBlue logo]()
$694
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/302:20 pm
SJO
- SFO
1 stop10h 20m
Copa Airlines
Sun 5/38:06 pm
SFO
- SJO
1 stop11h 15m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Copa Airlines logo]()
$701
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 6/212:30 am
SJO
- ONT
2 stops21h 12m
United Airlines
Sun 6/75:45 am
ONT
- SJO
1 stop15h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/16![United Airlines logo]()
$396
Last-minute flights from Costa Rica to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Costa Rica to California. Data last updated March 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Costa Rica to California. Data last updated March 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/144:18 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Volaris
Tue 4/2111:55 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Volaris
Deal found 3/15![Volaris logo]()
$329
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1612:38 pm
SJO
- LAX
2 stops36h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 4/255:30 am
LAX
- SJO
2 stops29h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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.
Thu 4/168:45 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop17h 05m
United Airlines
Mon 4/277:04 pm
LAS
- SJO
2 stops16h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/18![United Airlines logo]()
$340
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/214:18 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/2811:55 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$339
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/234:18 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Volaris
Sun 5/1011:55 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Volaris
Deal found 3/15![Volaris logo]()
$337
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2412:38 pm
SJO
- LAX
2 stops36h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/25:30 am
LAX
- SJO
2 stops29h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$304
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2412:38 pm
SJO
- LAX
2 stops36h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/295:30 am
LAX
- SJO
2 stops29h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$306
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2412:38 pm
SJO
- LAX
2 stops36h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/97:00 am
LAX
- SJO
2 stops27h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$335
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2412:38 pm
SJO
- LAS
2 stops23h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/211:51 am
LAS
- SJO
2 stops22h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$337
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2412:38 pm
SJO
- LAX
2 stops36h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 5/105:30 am
LAX
- SJO
2 stops29h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$341
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/242:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 50m
Viva
Fri 5/13:25 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop8h 55m
Viva
Deal found 3/18![Viva logo]()
$342
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/298:46 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 44m
Copa Airlines
Wed 5/610:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop14h 53m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 3/15![Copa Airlines logo]()
$349
One-way flights from Costa Rica to CaliforniaSearch for one-way flight options from Costa Rica to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 20, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Costa Rica to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 20, 2026.
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/152:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Viva
Deal found 3/17![Viva logo]()
$122
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/172:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 50m
Viva
Deal found 3/18![Viva logo]()
$146
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/82:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 50m
Viva
Deal found 3/17![Viva logo]()
$158
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/182:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 50m
Viva
Deal found 3/20![Viva logo]()
$173
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/207:00 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop8h 48m
Volaris
Deal found 3/19![Volaris logo]()
$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/202:20 am
SJO
- LAX
2 stops21h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$187
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/152:20 am
SJO
- ONT
2 stops18h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$188
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/214:18 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Volaris
Deal found 3/15![Volaris logo]()
$190
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
Tue 5/192:40 pm
LIR
- LAX
1 stop31h 35m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16![American Airlines logo]()
$190
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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 4/162:40 pm
LIR
- LAX
1 stop11h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16![American Airlines logo]()
$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/152:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 50m
Viva
Deal found 3/17![Viva logo]()
$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/172:20 am
SJO
- LAS
2 stops22h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$193
Find flight deals from Costa Rica to California
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to California flight deals. Data was last updated March 20, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $282 (Expedia) |
One-way from | $122 (Viva) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $436 |
Good round-trip deal | $401 or less |
Good one-way deal | $250 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to California 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 March 20, 2026.
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Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San JoséLas Vegas
SJO - LAS
SJOLAS
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 9/16
9:00 am-10:49 pm
1 stop14h 49m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Wed 9/23
11:40 pm-12:03 pm
1 stop11h 23m
$356
San JoséSacramento
SJO - SMF
SJOSMF
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 4/16
8:45 am-9:38 am
1 stop25h 53m
Sacramento Intl
Sat 5/2
5:00 am-5:30 am
2 stops23h 30m
$366
San JoséSacramento
SJO - SMF
SJOSMF
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 4/29
8:45 am-9:47 am
1 stop26h 02m
Sacramento Intl
Wed 5/6
2:23 pm-7:15 am
1 stop15h 52m
$366
San JoséSacramento
SJO - SMF
SJOSMF
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 6/2
12:30 am-10:56 pm
2 stops23h 26m
Sacramento Intl
Sun 6/21
6:00 am-7:15 am
1 stop24h 15m
$366
San JoséOntario
SJO - ONT
SJOONT
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 8/27
8:45 am-10:58 pm
1 stop15h 13m
Ontario
Thu 9/24
6:53 pm-7:15 am
1 stop11h 22m
$375
San JoséSacramento
SJO - SMF
SJOSMF
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 4/23
11:13 am-10:30 pm
1 stop12h 17m
Sacramento Intl
Mon 4/27
3:53 pm-7:15 am
1 stop14h 22m
$375
San JoséSan Diego
SJO - SAN
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 5/22
4:10 am-6:30 pm
1 stop15h 20m
San Diego
Wed 5/27
10:00 pm-1:53 pm
1 stop14h 53m
$376
San JoséLas Vegas
SJO - LAS
SJOLAS
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 5/21
8:45 am-12:46 am
1 stop17h 01m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Tue 5/26
6:00 am-10:11 am
1 stop27h 11m
$376
Quickest round-trip
LiberiaLos Angeles
LIR - LAX
LIRLAX
Liberia
Tue 4/21
6:12 pm-11:30 pm
Nonstop6h 18m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Sat 4/25
11:44 pm-6:20 am
Nonstop5h 36m
$382
San JoséSacramento
SJO - SMF
SJOSMF
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 5/6
8:45 am-11:47 pm
1 stop16h 02m
Sacramento Intl
Fri 5/15
6:20 am-7:15 am
1 stop23h 55m
$386
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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to California
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SJO-LAX
LIR-LAX
SJO-LAS
SJO-SMF
SJO-SNA
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to California
CR0-USCA
SJO-LAX
LIR-LAX
SJO-LAS
SJO-SMF
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to California?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to California (average of $189). Flying from Costa Rica to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $265). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CR to CA?
Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 20, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Costa Rica to California at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 60% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Costa Rica to California?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Costa Rica to California. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to California flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to California
Explore weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 20, 2026.
The most flights from CR0 to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
Reviews of airlines servicing California
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated March 20, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Volaris Costa Rica, andUnited Airlines from Costa Rica to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Entertainment
7.0
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$144 | Average$211 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$186 | Average$294 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$190 | Average$273 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$190 | Average$385 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$210 | Average$562 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$489 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$231 | Average$489 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$274 | Average$451 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$277 | Average$516 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$425 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |