Costa Rica

$146+ Cheap flights from Atlanta (ATL) to Costa Rica

ATL — SJO
Oct 28 — Nov 41
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Cheapest flights from Atlanta to Costa Rica

Tue 11/33:59 pm -
1 stop17h 56m
Sat 11/79:55 am -
1 stop9h 32m
Deal found 9/24$458
Sun 11/291:03 pm -
2 stops37h 22m
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1 stop25h 00m
Deal found 9/23$459
Fri 10/237:49 pm -
1 stop14h 41m
Fri 10/308:44 am -
2 stops32h 28m
Deal found 9/23$460
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1 stop14h 41m
Fri 10/234:35 pm -
2 stops14h 45m
Deal found 9/22$463
Tue 10/278:33 pm -
1 stop13h 22m
Tue 11/35:53 pm -
2 stops29h 54m
Deal found 9/24$466
Tue 11/38:33 pm -
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Tue 11/105:53 pm -
2 stops19h 22m
Deal found 9/24$470
Fri 10/167:49 pm -
1 stop14h 41m
Mon 10/197:07 am -
1 stop26h 08m
Deal found 9/23$471
Tue 10/278:33 pm -
1 stop13h 22m
Wed 11/49:55 am -
1 stop8h 54m
Deal found 9/24$472
Tue 10/273:59 pm -
1 stop17h 56m
Tue 11/177:00 am -
1 stop10h 51m
Deal found 9/23$474
Fri 10/237:49 pm -
1 stop14h 41m
Sat 10/318:55 am -
1 stop9h 32m
Deal found 9/24$475
Mon 11/3012:55 pm -
1 stop26h 25m
Mon 12/143:10 pm -
1 stop19h 36m
Deal found 9/27$487
Tue 10/2710:45 am -
1 stop28h 25m
Tue 11/33:20 pm -
1 stop28h 57m
Deal found 9/27$497

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$458
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$146
(CheapOair)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$631

Good round-trip deal

$530 or less

Good one-way deal

$284 or less
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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. 16% potential increase in price ($104 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Costa Rica.
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AtlantaLiberia

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - LIR Liberia

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 10/24

6:30 am-12:58 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$253

AtlantaLiberia

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - LIR Liberia

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 10/27

9:52 am-11:45 am

Nonstop3h 53m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$253
Quickest round-trip

AtlantaLiberia

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - LIR Liberia

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 10/20

9:45 am-11:35 am

Nonstop3h 50m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$253

AtlantaLiberia

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - LIR Liberia

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 10/20

6:30 am-12:58 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$253

AtlantaLiberia

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - LIR Liberia

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 10/25

9:52 am-11:45 am

Nonstop3h 53m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$253

AtlantaLiberia

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - LIR Liberia

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 10/23

6:30 am-12:58 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$257

AtlantaLiberia

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - LIR Liberia

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 10/23

7:49 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops18h 26m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$273

AtlantaLiberia

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - LIR Liberia

ATLLIR

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 11/10

7:00 am-2:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Liberia

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$273

AtlantaSan José

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 10/24

9:56 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop4h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$284

AtlantaSan José

ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ATLSJO

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 10/19

9:56 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop4h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-1:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$284

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Costa Rica (average of $428). Flying from Atlanta to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $672). 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?

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.

Weekly flight availability from Atlanta to Costa Rica

The most flights from ATL to CR0 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 12 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

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andJetBlue 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

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Edward,Sep 2026

MCO - BWI

Changed flight which was easy. Gate Agent booked me from extra leg room seat on original flight to row 15 on new flight that did not have extra leg room - even though it was an exit row. The row in front of me with extra leg room had an empty seat.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 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.

  • 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 Delta, JetBlue, and United Airlines fly from Atlanta to Costa Rica in about 3h 49m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 19m. 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 Southwest from $138 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 $477, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $215. The most popular route (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), is priced around $477.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Costa Rica (average of $428). Flying from Atlanta to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $672). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$153Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$210Average$450FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$346Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$347Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$438Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$439Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$578Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
LATAM AirlinesCheapest$645Average$812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

Helpful tips for your next trip to Costa Rica

  • 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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