$179+ 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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
Sep 12 — Sep 191
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 August 13, 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 August 13, 2026.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/22:25 am -
1 stop12h 45m
Thu 11/122:25 pm -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 8/11![Viva logo]()
$378
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/276:53 am -
1 stop9h 05m
Thu 12/312:32 pm -
1 stop9h 27m
Deal found 8/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$382
This Faresmojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Faresmojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/11:05 pm -
1 stop10h 30m
Tue 10/139:45 pm -
1 stop14h 10m
Deal found 8/11![JetBlue logo]()
$385
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/187:00 am -
1 stop8h 48m
Thu 9/2412:31 pm -
1 stop10h 28m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$385
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Thu 9/171:15 pm -
1 stop25h 50m
Wed 9/303:20 pm -
1 stop19h 55m
Deal found 8/9![Viva logo]()
$388
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/286:00 am -
1 stop17h 40m
Mon 11/211:06 pm -
1 stop11h 59m
Deal found 8/13![American Airlines logo]()
$392
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 12/46:53 am -
1 stop9h 05m
Tue 12/812:32 pm -
1 stop9h 27m
Deal found 8/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$395
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/172:25 am -
1 stop12h 45m
Fri 12/252:25 pm -
1 stop9h 00m
Deal found 8/13![Viva logo]()
$396
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/206:00 am -
2 stops16h 00m
Sat 10/2412:20 am -
2 stops12h 40m
Deal found 8/13![American Airlines logo]()
$397
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/317:00 am -
1 stop8h 48m
Thu 9/312:31 pm -
1 stop10h 28m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$398
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/22:57 pm -
1 stop10h 01m
Wed 10/76:00 am -
1 stop13h 21m
Deal found 8/12![American Airlines logo]()
$399
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/52:06 pm -
1 stop10h 53m
Sun 9/139:45 pm -
1 stop13h 12m
Deal found 8/11![JetBlue logo]()
$403
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 August 13, 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 August 13, 2026.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/52:06 pm -
1 stop10h 53m
Sat 9/129:45 pm -
1 stop13h 12m
Deal found 8/12![JetBlue logo]()
$424
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Thu 10/227:55 am -
1 stop12h 34m
Tue 10/274:25 pm -
2 stops18h 57m
Deal found 8/10![United Airlines logo]()
$436
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/205:55 pm -
1 stop25h 34m
Sun 9/2710:00 pm -
1 stop11h 58m
Deal found 8/11![Copa Airlines logo]()
$467
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 11/32:15 pm -
1 stop9h 25m
Tue 11/101:15 am -
1 stop9h 05m
Deal found 8/9![Southwest logo]()
$474
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 8/304:15 pm -
1 stop19h 00m
Thu 9/311:55 am -
1 stop11h 04m
Deal found 8/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$562
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Thu 10/11:19 pm -
2 stops20h 53m
Mon 10/510:50 pm -
1 stop12h 10m
Deal found 8/9![Delta logo]()
$565
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 10/147:55 am -
1 stop14h 56m
Wed 10/218:10 am -
1 stop10h 27m
Deal found 8/8![Azul logo]()
$633
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 -
Nonstop5h 56m
Sun 11/811:10 am -
Nonstop5h 47m
Deal found 8/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$643
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3011:35 am -
1 stop9h 34m
Sat 10/3112:59 am -
1 stop9h 26m
Deal found 8/11![United Airlines logo]()
$445
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/31:05 pm -
1 stop10h 30m
Sat 10/109:45 pm -
1 stop14h 10m
Deal found 8/10![JetBlue logo]()
$461
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/74:08 am -
1 stop15h 22m
Mon 10/1210:00 pm -
1 stop9h 19m
Deal found 8/12![Copa Airlines logo]()
$467
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/309:00 am -
2 stops15h 10m
Sun 11/88:45 pm -
2 stops13h 35m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$475
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/241:05 pm -
1 stop10h 30m
Sat 10/39:45 pm -
1 stop13h 12m
Deal found 8/10![JetBlue logo]()
$461
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/236:40 am -
1 stop12h 49m
Thu 1/286:28 pm -
2 stops21h 48m
Deal found 8/11![United Airlines logo]()
$470
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Wed 11/255:37 am -
1 stop13h 38m
Sun 11/2910:00 pm -
1 stop10h 59m
Deal found 8/13![Copa Airlines logo]()
$493
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/201:25 pm -
2 stops29h 13m
Tue 10/274:27 pm -
2 stops18h 33m
Deal found 8/10![Delta logo]()
$565
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 9/51:15 pm -
1 stop9h 10m
Sun 10/45:05 am -
2 stops13h 35m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$514
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/291:15 am -
2 stops12h 19m
Sun 2/75:00 pm -
2 stops17h 15m
Deal found 8/11![United Airlines logo]()
$470
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/249:00 am -
2 stops15h 20m
Fri 10/305:05 am -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$515
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/291:15 am -
1 stop11h 52m
Sat 2/64:06 pm -
2 stops19h 16m
Deal found 8/11![United Airlines logo]()
$470
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Fri 11/63:05 pm -
1 stop10h 52m
Thu 11/2611:30 pm -
1 stop12h 30m
Deal found 8/8![JetBlue logo]()
$538
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/178:45 am -
1 stop12h 47m
Tue 9/221:24 pm -
2 stops29h 13m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$471
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 10/11:30 pm -
1 stop11h 35m
Tue 10/67:20 am -
2 stops11h 20m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$535
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/51:05 pm -
1 stop10h 32m
Sat 10/109:45 pm -
1 stop14h 10m
Deal found 8/10![JetBlue logo]()
$554
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 10/81:25 pm -
2 stops21h 14m
Tue 10/201:23 pm -
2 stops21h 58m
Deal found 8/8![United Airlines logo]()
$478
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/121:30 pm -
2 stops11h 35m
Mon 10/195:05 am -
1 stop13h 35m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$535
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 10/17:55 am -
2 stops16h 04m
Sun 10/45:45 am -
1 stop24h 30m
Deal found 8/8![United Airlines logo]()
$478
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/110:03 am -
1 stop14h 37m
Wed 10/218:21 pm -
1 stop10h 58m
Deal found 8/10![Copa Airlines logo]()
$711
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/261:15 pm -
1 stop9h 10m
Sat 10/35:40 am -
2 stops13h 00m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$536
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Wed 10/281:25 pm -
1 stop9h 01m
Sun 11/14:45 pm -
2 stops16h 40m
Deal found 8/10![United Airlines logo]()
$483
Last-minute flights from Costa Rica to CaliforniaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Costa Rica to California. Data last updated August 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Costa Rica to California. Data last updated August 13, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/264:35 pm -
2 stops19h 17m
Wed 9/212:02 pm -
2 stops19h 28m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$483
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/118:45 am -
1 stop25h 48m
Sun 9/205:15 am -
1 stop30h 06m
Deal found 8/11![United Airlines logo]()
$489
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Sat 9/191:00 pm -
1 stop20h 18m
Sat 9/2611:15 am -
1 stop25h 42m
Deal found 8/11![American Airlines logo]()
$479
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/205:55 pm -
1 stop25h 34m
Sun 9/2710:00 pm -
1 stop11h 58m
Deal found 8/11![Copa Airlines logo]()
$467
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Sun 9/204:08 am -
1 stop15h 21m
Fri 9/2510:00 pm -
1 stop14h 52m
Deal found 8/13![Copa Airlines logo]()
$481
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/234:35 pm -
2 stops17h 33m
Fri 10/210:23 am -
2 stops21h 07m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 9/241:00 pm -
1 stop9h 48m
Sun 9/276:45 pm -
1 stop18h 12m
Deal found 8/9![American Airlines logo]()
$426
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 9/242:57 pm -
2 stops19h 32m
Mon 9/282:22 pm -
2 stops21h 37m
Deal found 8/9![American Airlines logo]()
$458
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/254:35 pm -
2 stops17h 33m
Fri 10/210:23 am -
2 stops21h 07m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$442
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Fri 9/254:35 pm -
2 stops17h 33m
Wed 9/302:20 pm -
2 stops17h 10m
Deal found 8/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Wed 9/307:55 am -
2 stops16h 04m
Mon 10/511:10 am -
2 stops24h 11m
Deal found 8/10![United Airlines logo]()
$489
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/301:25 pm -
2 stops32h 23m
Mon 10/126:35 pm -
2 stops24h 02m
Deal found 8/11![United Airlines logo]()
$489
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 August 13, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Costa Rica to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 13, 2026.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/157:00 am -
1 stop8h 48m
Deal found 8/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$179
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/171:15 pm -
1 stop25h 50m
Deal found 8/11![Viva logo]()
$181
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/211:15 pm -
1 stop25h 50m
Deal found 8/12![Viva logo]()
$196
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/241:15 pm -
1 stop25h 50m
Deal found 8/10![Viva logo]()
$199
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 8/317:00 am -
1 stop8h 48m
Deal found 8/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$202
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/81:15 pm -
2 stops35h 36m
Deal found 8/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$205
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/165:00 am -
1 stop13h 53m
Deal found 8/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$218
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/52:06 pm -
1 stop10h 53m
Deal found 8/12![JetBlue logo]()
$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 9/281:15 pm -
2 stops30h 09m
Deal found 8/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$227
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/181:00 pm -
1 stop21h 52m
Deal found 8/11![American Airlines logo]()
$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 10/286:00 am -
2 stops17h 05m
Deal found 8/9![American Airlines logo]()
$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Thu 10/81:15 pm -
2 stops30h 48m
Deal found 8/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$237
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 August 13, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $378 (CheapOair) |
One-way from | $179 (CheapOair) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $560 |
Good round-trip deal | $603 or less |
Good one-way deal | $329 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 August 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to California that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
LiberiaLos Angeles
LIR Liberia - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
LIRLAX
Liberia
Sat 9/5
2:06 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop10h 53m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Sat 9/12
9:45 pm-11:57 am
1 stop13h 12m
$424
San JoséLas Vegas
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
SJOLAS
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 10/22
7:55 am-7:29 pm
1 stop12h 34m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Tue 10/27
4:25 pm-12:22 pm
2 stops18h 57m
$436
San JoséLas Vegas
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
SJOLAS
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 10/30
11:35 am-8:09 pm
1 stop9h 34m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sat 10/31
12:59 am-11:25 am
1 stop9h 26m
$445
LiberiaLos Angeles
LIR Liberia - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
LIRLAX
Liberia
Sat 10/3
1:05 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop10h 30m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Sat 10/10
9:45 pm-12:55 pm
1 stop14h 10m
$461
LiberiaLos Angeles
LIR Liberia - LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
LIRLAX
Liberia
Thu 9/24
1:05 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop10h 30m
Los Angeles Los Angeles
Sat 10/3
9:45 pm-11:57 am
1 stop13h 12m
$461
San JoséSan Diego
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SAN San Diego
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 9/20
5:55 pm-6:29 pm
1 stop25h 34m
San Diego
Sun 9/27
10:00 pm-10:58 am
1 stop11h 58m
$467
San JoséSan Diego
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SAN San Diego
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 10/7
4:08 am-6:30 pm
1 stop15h 22m
San Diego
Mon 10/12
10:00 pm-8:19 am
1 stop9h 19m
$467
San JoséSan Diego
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SAN San Diego
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 1/23
6:40 am-5:29 pm
1 stop12h 49m
San Diego
Thu 1/28
6:28 pm-6:16 pm
2 stops21h 48m
$470
San JoséSan Diego
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SAN San Diego
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 1/29
1:15 am-11:34 am
2 stops12h 19m
San Diego
Sun 2/7
5:00 pm-12:15 pm
2 stops17h 15m
$470
San JoséSan Diego
SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - SAN San Diego
SJOSAN
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 1/29
1:15 am-11:07 am
1 stop11h 52m
San Diego
Sat 2/6
4:06 pm-1:22 pm
2 stops19h 16m
$470
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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to California
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Costa Rica with our price prediction graph.
SJO-LAS
LIR-LAX
SJO-SMF
SJO-SAN
SJO-BUR
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CR0-USCA
SJO-LAS
LIR-LAX
SJO-SMF
SJO-SAN
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to California?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to California (average of $392). Flying from Costa Rica to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $609). 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 August 13, 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 38% 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 August 13, 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 August 8, 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 August 13, 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.
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Comfort
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Overall
7.9
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
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Discover the top 9 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 August 13, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$210 | Average$433 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$225 | Average$596 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$231 | Average$513 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$233 | Average$339 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$247 | Average$488 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$285 | Average$505 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$445 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$298 | Average$556 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$431 | Average$535 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |