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$114+ Cheap flights from California to Costa Rica

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from California to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/2112:09 pm
LAX
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SJO
1 stop16h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/261:31 pm
SJO
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LAX
1 stop12h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$294
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/511:51 pm
LAX
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SJO
1 stop11h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/125:30 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop17h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$295
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/111:59 pm
LAX
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SJO
1 stop10h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/41:27 am
SJO
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$296
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/284:07 pm
LAX
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SJO
2 stops18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/164:17 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop20h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$297
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/255:40 pm
BUR
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SJO
2 stops16h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/41:31 pm
SJO
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BUR
2 stops20h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/26$297
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/24:07 pm
LAX
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SJO
2 stops18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/135:30 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop16h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$298
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/2112:09 pm
LAX
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SJO
1 stop16h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/31:31 pm
SJO
-
LAX
2 stops20h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$299
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/194:07 pm
LAX
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SJO
2 stops18h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/21:31 pm
SJO
-
LAX
2 stops20h 44m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/29$300
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/264:07 pm
LAX
-
SJO
2 stops18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/164:17 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop20h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$301
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/910:04 pm
LAX
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SJO
1 stop23h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/181:31 pm
SJO
-
LAX
2 stops20h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$302
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Sat 2/2811:59 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop10h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/31:31 pm
SJO
-
LAX
2 stops20h 44m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/28$303
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sun 3/110:04 pm
LAX
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SJO
Nonstop7h 13m
Volaris Costa Rica
Fri 3/62:39 pm
SJO
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LAX
Nonstop7h 55m
Volaris Costa Rica
Deal found 1/27$304

Find flight deals from California to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$294
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$114
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$465

Good round-trip deal

$384 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 3/4

8:18 pm-8:20 am

1 stop10h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

8:11 am-6:14 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$315

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 2/9

8:17 pm-7:06 am

1 stop8h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

8:11 am-5:13 pm

1 stop11h 02m

$315

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 2/25

8:17 pm-7:06 am

1 stop8h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

10:08 am-5:14 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$315

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 2/9

8:17 pm-4:48 pm

1 stop18h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/22

5:50 am-5:13 pm

1 stop13h 23m

$315

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 2/11

8:17 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop15h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/16

8:11 am-5:13 pm

1 stop11h 02m

$315

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sun 2/8

8:17 pm-4:46 pm

2 stops18h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

10:08 am-5:13 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$320

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Fri 5/22

9:13 pm-9:06 am

1 stop10h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/25

8:14 am-6:30 pm

1 stop11h 16m

$326

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sat 3/7

7:50 pm-8:32 am

1 stop10h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

7:45 am-4:38 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$327

San JoseSan José

SJC - SJO

SJCSJO

San Jose

Thu 4/16

3:45 pm-10:11 am

2 stops17h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/25

6:00 am-9:07 pm

2 stops16h 07m

$341

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

5:00 am-3:08 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Liberia

Fri 3/13

1:01 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 58m

$358

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Best time to book a flight from California to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Costa Rica

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Costa Rica (average of $136). Flying from California to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $219). 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 CA to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 January 29, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from California to Costa Rica in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 61% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Costa Rica. 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 January 29, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to CR0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    The California to Costa Rica flight path was viewed by 22 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Airlines like Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines fly from California to Costa Rica in about 5h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 41m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2721 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Volaris El Salvador, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $103. However, be on the lookout for offers from Alaska Airlines and Volaris Costa Rica, as they are both options that can get you from California to Costa Rica for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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 California to Costa Rica?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Costa Rica (average of $136). Flying from California to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $219). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Costa Rica

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$81Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$114Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$148Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$165Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$180Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VivaCheapest$193Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$202Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$220Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$221Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$315Average$575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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