Costa Rica

$84+ Cheap flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Costa Rica

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ATL — SJO
Aug 5 — Aug 121
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Cheap flight deals from Atlanta to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Atlanta to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$232
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$84
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$560

Good round-trip deal

$359 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
From Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($111 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Costa Rica.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Costa Rica.

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Cheapest flights from Atlanta to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Atlanta to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 8/2310:40 amATL - SJO
1 stop6h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/67:30 amSJO - ATL
1 stop10h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$232
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/45:27 amATL - SJO
1 stop7h 47mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/812:19 pmSJO - ATL
1 stop9h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$235
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/26:07 amATL - LIR
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/52:02 pmLIR - ATL
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sun 10/1210:09 amATL - LIR
Nonstop3h 51mDelta
Thu 10/161:25 pmLIR - ATL
Nonstop3h 52mDelta
Deal found 7/31$439
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/198:45 pmATL - LIR
1 stop17h 46mJetBlue
Mon 11/242:54 pmLIR - ATL
1 stop18h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 7/29$492
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 12/156:50 amATL - LIR
1 stop12h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/238:35 amLIR - ATL
1 stop12h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$501
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/136:21 pmATL - LIR
2 stops37h 59mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/1911:20 amLIR - ATL
2 stops25h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$526

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Atlanta to Costa Rica that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Atlanta to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Atlanta

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 8/23

10:40 am-3:13 pm

1 stop6h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/6

7:30 am-8:12 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$232

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 10/4

5:27 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/8

12:19 pm-12:12 am

1 stop9h 53m

$235

AtlantaLiberia

ATL - LIR

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 9/2

6:07 am-12:59 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Liberia

Fri 9/5

2:02 pm-12:06 am

1 stop8h 04m

$373

AtlantaLiberia

ATL - LIR

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 10/12

10:09 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

Liberia

Thu 10/16

1:25 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop3h 52m

$439

AtlantaLiberia

ATL - LIR

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 9/13

6:21 pm-6:20 am

2 stops37h 59m

Liberia

Fri 9/19

11:20 am-2:42 pm

2 stops25h 22m

$526

AtlantaLiberia

ATL - LIR

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 9/15

7:10 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Liberia

Fri 9/19

1:20 pm-10:42 am

1 stop19h 22m

$532

AtlantaLiberia

ATL - LIR

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 8/12

5:20 am-3:40 pm

2 stops12h 20m

Liberia

Wed 8/20

7:55 am-8:12 pm

2 stops10h 17m

$559

AtlantaLiberia

ATL - LIR

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 9/6

6:30 am-1:15 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Liberia

Sat 9/13

2:10 pm-6:05 am

2 stops13h 55m

$579

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 8/15

9:02 pm-11:12 am

1 stop16h 10m

$84

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 10/23

9:59 am-3:13 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$95

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/30

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Best time to book a flight from Atlanta to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Atlanta with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Atlanta to Costa Rica

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Atlanta to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 ATL to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Atlanta to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Atlanta to Costa Rica is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Atlanta to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Atlanta to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Atlanta to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Costa Rica. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from Atlanta to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Atlanta to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Atlanta to Costa Rica flights?

    Costa Rica has a multitude of cities and airports to choose from when intending to fly from Atlanta to Costa Rica. If one is flying from Atlanta to San Jose the flight would be from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Juan Santamaría International Airport located in San Jose. While Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the busiest airport in the US, Juan Santamaria International Airport is the second busiest airport in Central America.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Atlanta to Costa Rica?

    The typical airlines that handle flights from Atlanta to Costa Rica are Spirit Airlines and Delta Airlines but for the most part, only Delta Airlines handles flights from Atlanta to Costa Rica. With varying flight options costs are all in a similar range of each other.

  • What are the stopover options between Atlanta to Costa Rica?

    Most flights from Atlanta to Costa Rica are nonstop if one is heading toward San Jose. There are a few with one stopover with locations varying from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport located in Broward County, Florida to Miami International Airport which is located in Miami-Dade County, Florida. The stopover flights can vary but the longer the wait the less expensive the flights. Typically the stopover for less expensive flights can range from an overnight stopover which can be around 23h 58m to a short 1h 58m stopover.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Atlanta to Costa Rica?

    In order to fly from Atlanta to Costa Rica it is not necessary for guests to have a visa to visit, but it is required for travelers from the United States to have a passport that has been valid for at the very minimum three months after you arrive and you must have a return or onward ticket depending on the final destination.

  • How might one go about finding a company that operates flights from Atlanta to Costa Rica sustainably?

    Before buying your ticket, consider finding out more about the numerous environmental measures being carried out by the air companies that provide commercial flights between Atlanta and Costa Rica. The carriers' Environmental, Social, and Governance reports can be used to determine how much significance they place on adhering to the principles of sustainable development. Airlines frequently evaluate both their sustainable strategies and operational practices when developing their ESG reports. You may also want to look into the IATA study, Environmental Assessment for Service Providers (IEnVA), which evaluates airlines' sustainability commitments, to learn more about the actions that the various airline companies which fly on this route are attempting to take to sustain their intense focus on promoting sustainable obligation.

  • What environmentally friendly alternatives are available to travelers traveling from Atlanta to Costa Rica?

    If you just bring what is absolutely required, you might be able to fly from Atlanta to Costa Rica by avoiding to cause too much environmental harm. By making an airplane lighter, the amount of air pollutants it releases into the atmosphere can be greatly decreased. By choosing an economy flight, you can as well reduce the overall environmental emissions produced by each single plane seats.

  • Which foreign airlines fly eco-friendly flights between Atlanta and Costa Rica?

    If you're looking for an environmentally friendly way to get from Atlanta to Costa Rica, think about purchasing a ticket with American Airlines, Delta Airlines, or Alaska Airlines. These airlines are dedicated to lowering their high gas consumption rates and the quantity of carbon emissions they release into the atmosphere by deploying technology that optimizes fuel use.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Atlanta to Costa Rica?

    Most people fly from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) if they book a flight from Atlanta to Costa Rica. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson is conveniently located just 8.2 mi from Atlanta’s city center.

  • How popular is this Atlanta to Costa Rica flight route?

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $84 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $132 and American Airlines from $145 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Atlanta to Costa Rica?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Atlanta to Costa Rica are KLM (71%), Delta (64%) and Frontier (38%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Costa Rica?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Atlanta to Costa Rica? While on average our users pay $375, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $127. The most popular route (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $209.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Atlanta to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Alternative routes for Atlanta to Costa Rica

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Top 8 airlines flying from Atlanta to Costa Rica

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Atlanta to Costa Rica. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$153Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$228Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$331Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$392Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$453Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$462Average$710FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$463Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$516Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

Helpful tips for your next trip to Costa Rica

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Costa Rica. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), which focuses on promoting ecological sustainability, is the best airport for flights departing from Atlanta to Costa Rica. ATL has taken steps to create ecologically responsible policies in an effort to lessen its reliance on single-use plastics.
  • Consider flying from Atlanta to Juan Santamara International Airport (SJO) if you want to travel responsibly to Costa Rica. The SJO Airport has started integrating solar electrical generating technologies in an effort to conserve water and carry out general environmental preservation.
  • Public transportation emits less carbon dioxide than several private cars on highways, making it an eco friendly option for commuting from the SJO Airport to other areas in Costa Rica.

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