Costa Rica

$175+ 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
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Costa Rica

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 May 18, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 5/316:00 am
CMH
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LIR
1 stop7h 35m
American Airlines
Thu 6/43:37 pm
LIR
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CMH
1 stop17h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13$292
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/299:12 pm
CMH
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LIR
2 stops18h 06m
American Airlines
Tue 6/22:19 pm
LIR
-
CMH
2 stops18h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/15$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/246:44 pm
CMH
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SJO
2 stops18h 21m
American Airlines
Sat 10/312:45 pm
SJO
-
CMH
2 stops20h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/17$317
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sun 8/306:00 am
CMH
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SJO
1 stop7h 49m
Delta
Thu 9/31:21 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop8h 38m
Delta
Deal found 5/13$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Tue 10/206:01 pm
CMH
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SJO
2 stops19h 04m
American Airlines
Sun 10/252:45 pm
SJO
-
CMH
2 stops20h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/16$322
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Tue 10/206:30 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop7h 51m
United Airlines
Sun 10/2511:35 am
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop8h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/298:00 pm
CMH
-
LIR
2 stops15h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 6/211:10 am
LIR
-
CMH
1 stop10h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/15$392
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Sat 5/308:00 pm
CMH
-
LIR
2 stops15h 50m
United Airlines
Sat 6/61:03 pm
LIR
-
CMH
1 stop8h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Fri 5/158:01 am
CMH
-
SJO
1 stop15h 35m
American Airlines
Sun 5/2411:59 pm
SJO
-
CMH
1 stop8h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13$397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/246:30 am
CMH
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SJO
1 stop7h 51m
United Airlines
Sat 10/317:45 am
SJO
-
CMH
2 stops12h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17$402
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/206:21 am
CMH
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SJO
1 stop8h 05m
American Airlines
Tue 8/252:52 pm
SJO
-
CMH
2 stops16h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/14$405
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/308:04 pm
CMH
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SJO
2 stops17h 46m
GOL
Thu 8/62:52 pm
SJO
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CMH
2 stops16h 55m
GOL
Deal found 5/17$406

Find flight deals from Columbus to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated May 18, 2026.

Round-trip from

$292
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$175
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$451
From Columbus to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Columbus to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($48 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026

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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 May 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Sat 5/30

6:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Liberia

Sat 6/6

1:03 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$392

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Fri 5/29

8:00 pm-9:50 am

2 stops15h 50m

Liberia

Tue 6/2

11:10 am-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 49m

$392

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Sun 5/31

6:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Liberia

Thu 6/4

3:27 pm-1:17 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$397

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Tue 6/2

4:20 pm-9:50 am

2 stops19h 30m

Liberia

Tue 6/9

1:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$469

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Fri 7/3

7:54 pm-10:11 am

2 stops16h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/9

12:30 am-11:59 pm

1 stop21h 29m

$471

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Thu 6/4

6:30 am-12:21 pm

1 stop7h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/9

7:55 am-11:59 pm

1 stop14h 04m

$505

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Wed 5/27

2:19 pm-10:11 am

2 stops21h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/1

7:55 am-11:59 pm

1 stop14h 04m

$515

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Sat 5/23

2:16 pm-9:50 am

2 stops21h 34m

Liberia

Sat 5/30

3:27 pm-1:17 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$517

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Mon 6/22

5:25 pm-11:22 am

2 stops19h 57m

Liberia

Fri 6/26

2:45 pm-11:58 am

2 stops19h 13m

$543

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Sat 7/25

7:40 pm-8:21 am

2 stops14h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/29

5:55 pm-9:57 am

2 stops14h 02m

$561

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus to Costa Rica, you should look to book at least 15 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.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Costa Rica (average of $83). Flying from Columbus to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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.

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 May 18, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines 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.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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.
  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Costa Rica?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Copa Airlines fly from Columbus to Costa Rica in about 7h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 01m. There are 2037 mi between Columbus and Costa Rica. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 ($103), Delta ($146), and American Airlines ($164).

  • 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?

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

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Costa Rica (average of $83). Flying from Columbus to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 May 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$221Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$260Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$386Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$437Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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