Costa Rica

$135+ Cheap flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Costa Rica

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ATL — SJO
Jul 17 — Jul 241
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This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/77:45 am
ATL
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SJO
1 stop9h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/108:55 am
SJO
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ATL
1 stop9h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$376
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.
Wed 10/77:45 am
ATL
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SJO
1 stop9h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/148:55 am
SJO
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ATL
1 stop22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$380
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/610:07 am
ATL
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SJO
1 stop7h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/148:55 am
SJO
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ATL
1 stop22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$381
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/77:45 am
ATL
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SJO
1 stop9h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/137:07 am
SJO
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ATL
1 stop22h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$398
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/58:30 pm
ATL
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SJO
1 stop20h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/137:07 am
SJO
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ATL
1 stop22h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$402
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/77:45 am
ATL
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SJO
1 stop9h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/127:07 am
SJO
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ATL
1 stop22h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$404
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/77:45 am
ATL
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SJO
1 stop9h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/178:55 am
SJO
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ATL
1 stop22h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$411
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/110:48 pm
ATL
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SJO
2 stops18h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 10/78:55 am
SJO
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ATL
1 stop9h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$412
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Wed 7/298:30 pm
ATL
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SJO
1 stop13h 50m
Frontier
Sun 8/29:35 am
SJO
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ATL
1 stop24h 11m
Frontier
Deal found 6/14$413
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/77:45 am
ATL
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SJO
1 stop9h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/157:07 am
SJO
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ATL
1 stop22h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$414
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/610:07 am
ATL
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SJO
1 stop7h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/137:07 am
SJO
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ATL
1 stop22h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/17$415
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Wed 8/269:10 am
ATL
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LIR
1 stop5h 51m
JetBlue
Wed 9/22:06 pm
LIR
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ATL
1 stop6h 51m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/17$479

Find 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 June 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$376
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$135
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$604

Good round-trip deal

$562 or less

Good one-way deal

$268 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($91 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Atlanta to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 9/13

6:10 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/17

9:00 am-9:35 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$500

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 8/27

9:40 am-6:40 pm

2 stops11h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/13

12:35 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$530

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 6/28

6:30 am-11:00 am

1 stop6h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/11

12:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$553

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 7/1

5:11 pm-11:06 am

1 stop19h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/7

2:49 pm-3:49 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$556
Quickest round-trip

AtlantaLiberia

ATL - LIR

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 10/5

10:10 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

Liberia

Wed 10/14

1:00 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop3h 50m

$570

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 9/10

9:40 am-6:40 pm

2 stops11h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/13

12:35 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$570

AtlantaLiberia

ATL - LIR

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 7/20

7:05 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Liberia

Mon 7/27

4:30 pm-1:23 pm

1 stop18h 53m

$572

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 7/22

5:11 pm-9:06 am

1 stop17h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/26

5:45 am-3:49 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$577

AtlantaSan José

ATL - SJO

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 9/14

9:40 am-6:40 pm

2 stops11h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/19

9:30 am-8:35 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$578

AtlantaLiberia

ATL - LIR

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 7/12

7:05 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Liberia

Sat 7/18

3:27 pm-10:27 am

2 stops17h 00m

$587

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Costa Rica (average of $90). Flying from Atlanta to Costa Rica in May is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 June 17, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Atlanta to Costa Rica as you normally would.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Atlanta to Costa Rica?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Atlanta to Costa Rica, you should look to book at least 34 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Costa Rica. Reviews last updated June 17, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican 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.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

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?

  • How long is the flight from Atlanta to Costa Rica?

    Airlines like JetBlue, Southwest, and American Airlines fly from Atlanta to Costa Rica in about 5h 51m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 37m. The distance between Atlanta and Costa Rica is about 1593 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $105 on JetBlue. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $107 and Copa Airlines from $126 one-way.

  • 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 $503, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $288. The most popular route (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $380.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Costa Rica (average of $90). Flying from Atlanta to Costa Rica in May is currently the most expensive (average of $283). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 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 June 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$162Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$210Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$348Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$372Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$373Average$653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$386Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$520Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$645Average$812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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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