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$148+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SJO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$290
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$148
(KAYAK)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$600
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/165:30 amCMH - SJO
1 stop7h 48mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/3012:23 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop10h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 8/246:14 amCMH - SJO
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/292:15 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$322
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Avianca Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1710:04 amCMH - SJO
2 stops15h 31mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/245:05 amSJO - CMH
2 stops12h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Mon 11/37:15 amCMH - LIR
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Fri 11/142:10 pmLIR - CMH
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Deal found 6/10$397
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Thu 11/67:15 amCMH - SJO
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Thu 11/132:17 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/10$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Mon 9/86:30 pmCMH - LIR
2 stops19h 19mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/112:01 pmLIR - CMH
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$401
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/114:59 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/285:30 amSJO - CMH
1 stop16h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$446
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 11/511:40 amCMH - LIR
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/138:35 amLIR - CMH
1 stop12h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$497
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/306:30 amCMH - SJO
2 stops15h 10mSouthwest
Thu 8/78:50 amSJO - CMH
2 stops11h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 6/9$508
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 9/97:00 amCMH - LIR
3 stops25h 20mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/1211:20 amLIR - CMH
2 stops15h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$546
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/59:30 amCMH - LIR
1 stop28h 25mAir Canada
Mon 11/171:55 pmLIR - CMH
1 stop30h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$566
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 7/2712:22 pmCMH - LIR
3 stops26h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/39:00 amLIR - CMH
2 stops13h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$961

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Tue 9/16

5:30 am-11:18 am

1 stop7h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/30

12:23 pm-12:49 am

1 stop10h 26m

$290

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Sun 8/24

6:14 am-1:15 pm

1 stop9h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/29

2:15 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$322

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Tue 9/16

7:56 pm-7:40 am

2 stops13h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/28

12:23 pm-12:49 am

1 stop10h 26m

$392

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Mon 11/3

7:15 am-12:47 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Liberia

Fri 11/14

2:10 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$397

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Thu 11/6

7:15 am-12:52 pm

1 stop6h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/13

2:17 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$397

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Mon 9/8

6:30 pm-11:49 am

2 stops19h 19m

Liberia

Thu 9/11

2:01 pm-12:18 am

1 stop8h 17m

$401

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Tue 11/4

7:55 pm-7:35 am

2 stops12h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

4:40 pm-9:49 am

2 stops16h 09m

$488

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Sun 11/2

5:30 am-7:39 pm

1 stop15h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/14

8:45 am-10:12 pm

1 stop12h 27m

$496

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Wed 11/5

11:40 am-6:37 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Liberia

Thu 11/13

8:35 am-10:12 pm

1 stop12h 37m

$497

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Wed 7/30

6:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops15h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/7

8:50 am-10:35 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$508

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Columbus 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 CMH to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 12, 2025.

When flying from Columbus to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Columbus to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Columbus to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to Costa Rica are Spirit Airlines ($148), American Airlines ($183), and Avianca ($203).

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Columbus 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Columbus to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$265Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$311Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$371Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$386Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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