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$153+ 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 6/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SJO
Jun 3 — Jun 101
Wed 6/3
Wed 6/10
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 May 4, 2026.

This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Sat 7/43:20 pm
LAS
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SJO
1 stop8h 55m
Viva
Fri 7/102:20 am
SJO
-
LAS
1 stop12h 45m
Viva
Deal found 5/2$346
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2710:12 pm
LAS
-
SJO
1 stop9h 08m
Frontier
Thu 9/39:35 am
SJO
-
LAS
1 stop12h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$358
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2310:02 pm
LAS
-
SJO
1 stop9h 17m
Frontier
Thu 5/289:35 am
SJO
-
LAS
1 stop12h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$378
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/247:25 am
LAS
-
SJO
2 stops23h 55m
Frontier
Thu 7/99:35 am
SJO
-
LAS
1 stop11h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/275:13 pm
LAS
-
SJO
1 stop13h 02m
United Airlines
Wed 6/37:55 am
SJO
-
LAS
1 stop8h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/29$380
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1610:00 pm
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop13h 53m
Copa Airlines
Fri 11/204:09 am
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop15h 48m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$382
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/82:10 pm
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop10h 05m
Viva
Fri 6/262:20 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop21h 15m
Viva
Deal found 4/30$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 9/126:11 pm
LAS
-
SJO
1 stop18h 47m
American Airlines
Tue 9/227:00 am
SJO
-
LAS
2 stops17h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/2$385
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Sun 6/2812:05 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop24h 10m
Viva
Sat 7/42:20 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop21h 15m
Viva
Deal found 5/1$387
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/81:08 pm
LAS
-
SJO
2 stops20h 57m
GOL
Tue 10/201:05 pm
SJO
-
LAS
1 stop11h 57m
GOL
Deal found 4/29$387
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Wed 5/279:22 am
LAS
-
SJO
1 stop21h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/412:53 am
SJO
-
LAS
2 stops42h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$389
This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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.
Fri 7/1012:05 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop24h 10m
Viva
Fri 7/172:20 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop21h 15m
Viva
Deal found 5/2$390

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 May 4, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$346
(Viva)

One-way from

$153
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$407

Good round-trip deal

$498 or less

Good one-way deal

$260 or less
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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 May 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 8/26

8:58 pm-9:58 am

1 stop12h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/9

10:03 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$382

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Mon 8/24

8:58 pm-9:58 am

1 stop12h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/28

4:08 am-6:30 pm

1 stop15h 22m

$382

Las VegasSan José

LAS - SJO

LASSJO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/8

6:00 am-7:37 pm

1 stop12h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/29

7:55 am-3:39 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$398

Las VegasSan José

LAS - SJO

LASSJO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/28

12:59 am-10:11 am

1 stop8h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/5

7:55 am-7:57 pm

1 stop13h 02m

$410

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Wed 5/27

7:41 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/1

8:45 am-6:39 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$422

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 7/23

12:05 am-1:15 am

1 stop24h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/25

2:20 am-10:35 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$425

Las VegasSan José

LAS - SJO

LASSJO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/13

12:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/17

7:00 am-2:48 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$428

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Fri 5/29

7:41 pm-7:15 am

1 stop10h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/1

8:45 am-6:39 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$432

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sun 6/21

10:00 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop19h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/28

5:57 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop25h 43m

$438

San DiegoSan José

SAN - SJO

SANSJO

San Diego

Sun 6/21

10:00 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop19h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/26

10:05 am-6:40 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$438

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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

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

The price you pay for your flight from California to Costa Rica may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from California to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $737). 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 May 4, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from California to Costa Rica in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 62% 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 May 2, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Sunday 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 May 4, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to CR0 are scheduled on a Saturday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 28 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 Viva fly from California to Costa Rica in about 12h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2619 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 $104. However, be on the lookout for offers from Volaris Costa Rica and Spirit Airlines, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from California to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $737). 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 May 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$81Average$165FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$116Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$161Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$188Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$190Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$190Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
VivaCheapest$193Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$211Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$222Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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