$198+ 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 7/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
Jul 18 — Jul 251
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 June 18, 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 June 18, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Wed 11/2510:26 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop8h 49m
Copa Airlines
Sun 11/2910:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop13h 42m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Copa Airlines logo]()
$397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Fri 9/117:55 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop14h 29m
United Airlines
Fri 9/181:24 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops21h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15![United Airlines logo]()
$400
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Wed 10/77:55 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 51m
United Airlines
Sat 10/176:28 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/298:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop24h 37m
United Airlines
Thu 10/112:40 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops22h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18![United Airlines logo]()
$411
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/122:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/2110:12 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop15h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$412
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Sat 10/317:45 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops17h 44m
United Airlines
Mon 11/97:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$414
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 10/122:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Viva
Mon 10/193:20 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop8h 55m
Viva
Deal found 6/14![Viva logo]()
$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/291:25 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop8h 59m
United Airlines
Sat 10/33:56 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop14h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/17![United Airlines logo]()
$420
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Sat 6/207:00 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop8h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/3012:31 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop10h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$422
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Thu 6/257:00 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop8h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/3012:31 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop10h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$425
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Mon 8/2410:03 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 27m
Copa Airlines
Mon 8/3110:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop17h 49m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Copa Airlines logo]()
$429
This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/224:15 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/2911:55 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$430
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 June 18, 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 June 18, 2026.
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/234:08 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 22m
Copa Airlines
Mon 7/2710:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 06m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Copa Airlines logo]()
$397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/298:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop24h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 8/3112:01 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop30h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/17![United Airlines logo]()
$411
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 7/62:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Viva
Sat 7/183:20 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop8h 55m
Viva
Deal found 6/17![Viva logo]()
$432
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 10/299:16 am
LIR
- LAX
Nonstop5h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 11/1011:05 am
LAX
- LIR
Nonstop5h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/18![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$467
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 9/101:40 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop9h 50m
Southwest
Mon 9/145:10 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop12h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/14![Southwest logo]()
$488
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/281:00 pm
LIR
- LAX
1 stop11h 32m
Delta
Tue 11/310:50 pm
LAX
- LIR
1 stop11h 55m
Delta
Deal found 6/14![Delta logo]()
$544
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/114:15 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/189:56 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop13h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$559
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/298:45 am
SJO
- BUR
1 stop9h 48m
Avianca
Sat 9/56:35 pm
BUR
- SJO
1 stop11h 40m
Avianca
Deal found 6/15![Avianca logo]()
$699
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2812:30 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop21h 54m
United Airlines
Mon 8/101:39 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop16h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/17![United Airlines logo]()
$411
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2410:03 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 27m
Copa Airlines
Mon 8/3110:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop17h 49m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Copa Airlines logo]()
$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/108:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop16h 46m
United Airlines
Sun 7/126:15 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop24h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/17![United Airlines logo]()
$411
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/102:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Viva
Sat 8/153:20 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop8h 55m
Viva
Deal found 6/16![Viva logo]()
$475
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Tue 7/76:39 pm
LIR
- LAX
Nonstop5h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 7/1210:37 am
LAX
- LIR
Nonstop5h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$502
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/11:40 pm
SJO
- ONT
1 stop9h 25m
Southwest
Tue 9/155:45 am
ONT
- SJO
2 stops11h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17![Southwest logo]()
$511
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 7/238:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop16h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 7/2711:55 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops21h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15![United Airlines logo]()
$457
This KAYAK 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/161:25 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops29h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/206:37 pm
SJC
- SJO
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$597
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/141:40 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop9h 50m
Southwest
Sun 9/207:45 pm
LAX
- SJO
2 stops16h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 6/17![Southwest logo]()
$546
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/168:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop32h 22m
United Airlines
Thu 7/2311:01 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop19h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$457
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/271:06 am
SJO
- LAX
Nonstop6h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/54:41 pm
LAX
- SJO
Nonstop6h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$584
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 9/108:12 am
SJO
- LAX
1 stop16h 03m
Copa Airlines
Sun 9/132:19 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop18h 26m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Copa Airlines logo]()
$586
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/119:00 am
SJO
- SNA
2 stops14h 05m
Southwest
Tue 9/156:45 am
SNA
- SJO
2 stops10h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/15![Southwest logo]()
$560
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/71:25 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop8h 59m
United Airlines
Sun 7/126:15 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop24h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/17![United Airlines logo]()
$468
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/912:05 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop11h 53m
Copa Airlines
Tue 10/612:06 pm
LAX
- SJO
1 stop24h 45m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Copa Airlines logo]()
$586
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 10/299:16 am
LIR
- LAX
Nonstop5h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 11/811:05 am
LAX
- LIR
Nonstop5h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$594
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/291:15 pm
SJO
- LAX
2 stops19h 05m
Southwest
Sat 9/56:00 am
LAX
- SJO
2 stops11h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 6/15![Southwest logo]()
$576
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 6/268:45 am
SJO
- BUR
1 stop11h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/286:42 pm
BUR
- SJO
1 stop11h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$699
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2410:03 am
SJO
- LAX
1 stop27h 36m
Copa Airlines
Sat 9/122:19 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop27h 51m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Copa Airlines logo]()
$586
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 10/11:20 pm
LIR
- LAX
1 stop25h 48m
United Airlines
Tue 3/235:00 pm
LAX
- LIR
1 stop17h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15![United Airlines logo]()
$491
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/15:55 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop19h 51m
Copa Airlines
Tue 7/712:06 pm
LAX
- SJO
1 stop18h 06m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Copa Airlines logo]()
$586
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/221:15 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops19h 15m
Southwest
Sat 8/298:05 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 6/15![Southwest logo]()
$590
Last-minute flights from Costa Rica to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Costa Rica to California. Data last updated June 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Costa Rica to California. Data last updated June 18, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Sat 6/207:00 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop8h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/3012:31 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop10h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$422
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Thu 6/257:00 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop8h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/3012:31 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop10h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$425
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/267:00 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop8h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/3012:31 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop10h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$451
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Wed 7/17:00 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop8h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/512:31 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop10h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/18![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$417
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 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
Fri 7/1712:05 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop24h 10m
Viva
Deal found 6/16![Viva logo]()
$446
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 7/62:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Viva
Sat 7/183:20 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop8h 55m
Viva
Deal found 6/17![Viva logo]()
$432
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/62:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Viva
Mon 7/133:20 pm
LAS
- SJO
1 stop8h 55m
Viva
Deal found 6/15![Viva logo]()
$448
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/144:15 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/49:56 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop13h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$432
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/144:15 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/2111:55 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$448
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Sun 7/194:15 pm
SJO
- LAX
1 stop16h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/269:56 am
LAX
- SJO
1 stop13h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$449
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/234:08 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 22m
Copa Airlines
Mon 7/2710:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 06m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/13![Copa Airlines logo]()
$397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/298:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop24h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 8/312:24 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops20h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/17![United Airlines logo]()
$411
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 June 18, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Costa Rica to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 18, 2026.
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/172:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Viva
Deal found 6/16![Viva logo]()
$198
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 7/62:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Viva
Deal found 6/17![Viva logo]()
$206
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Mon 6/227:00 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop8h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$214
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/222:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Viva
Deal found 6/15![Viva logo]()
$218
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 8/142:20 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Viva
Deal found 6/14![Viva logo]()
$223
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 7/158:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15![United Airlines logo]()
$230
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Mon 7/138:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop16h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15![United Airlines logo]()
$234
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Sun 7/268:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop16h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/16![United Airlines logo]()
$235
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Tue 7/147:55 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops16h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/15![United Airlines logo]()
$239
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Fri 7/107:00 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop8h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$241
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 8/312:15 am
SJO
- LAS
1 stop12h 50m
Viva
Deal found 6/17![Viva logo]()
$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 9/152:57 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops20h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/16![American Airlines logo]()
$244
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 June 18, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $397 (Copa Airlines) |
One-way from | $198 (Viva) |
Popular in | June |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $559 |
Good round-trip deal | $443 or less |
Good one-way deal | $285 or less |
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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 June 18, 2026.
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Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San JoséSan Diego
SJO - SAN
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 7/23
4:08 am-6:30 pm
1 stop15h 22m
San Diego
Mon 7/27
10:00 pm-11:06 am
1 stop12h 06m
$397
San JoséSan Diego
SJO - SAN
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 7/29
8:45 am-8:22 am
1 stop24h 37m
San Diego
Mon 8/31
12:01 pm-7:37 pm
1 stop30h 36m
$411
San JoséSan Diego
SJO - SAN
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 7/28
12:30 am-9:24 pm
1 stop21h 54m
San Diego
Mon 8/10
1:39 pm-7:15 am
1 stop16h 36m
$411
San JoséSan Diego
SJO - SAN
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 7/10
8:45 am-12:31 am
1 stop16h 46m
San Diego
Sun 7/12
6:15 am-7:15 am
1 stop24h 00m
$411
San JoséSan Diego
SJO - SAN
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 8/24
10:03 am-6:30 pm
1 stop9h 27m
San Diego
Mon 8/31
10:00 pm-4:49 pm
1 stop17h 49m
$429
San JoséLas Vegas
SJO - LAS
SJOLAS
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 7/6
2:20 am-2:05 pm
1 stop12h 45m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sat 7/18
3:20 pm-1:15 am
1 stop8h 55m
$432
San JoséSan Diego
SJO - SAN
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 7/23
8:45 am-12:30 am
1 stop16h 45m
San Diego
Mon 7/27
11:55 am-10:11 am
2 stops21h 16m
$457
San JoséSan Diego
SJO - SAN
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 7/16
8:45 am-4:07 pm
1 stop32h 22m
San Diego
Thu 7/23
11:01 am-7:15 am
1 stop19h 14m
$457
LiberiaLos Angeles
LIR - LAX
LIRLAX
Liberia
Thu 10/29
9:16 am-2:12 pm
Nonstop5h 56m
Los Angeles
Tue 11/10
11:05 am-6:55 pm
Nonstop5h 50m
$467
San JoséSan Diego
SJO - SAN
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 7/7
1:25 pm-9:24 pm
1 stop8h 59m
San Diego
Sun 7/12
6:15 am-7:15 am
1 stop24h 00m
$468
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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to California
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LIR-LAX
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CR0-USCA
SJO-SAN
SJO-LAS
LIR-LAX
SJO-LAX
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to California?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to California (average of $347). Flying from Costa Rica to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $617). 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 June 18, 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 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
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 June 18, 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).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Costa Rica to California?
The best time to book flights from Costa Rica to California is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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 June 13, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to California flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings 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.
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 June 18, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Copa Airlines, 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.
Food
7.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Food
7.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Food
7.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Food
7.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Food
7.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Food
7.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
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Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to California. 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 18, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$210 | Average$454 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$213 | Average$398 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$542 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$231 | Average$502 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$233 | Average$339 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$277 | Average$524 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$284 | Average$473 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$434 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |