Costa Rica

$79+ Cheap flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica

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SAL — SJO
nov. 5 — nov. 121
1 adult
mar. 11/5
mar. 11/12
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Cheapest flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from El Salvador to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 31, 2024.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/210:05 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 15mAvianca
dom. 11/310:15 amSJO - SAL
1 stop6h 20mAvianca
Deal found 10/30$147
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/61:04 pmSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 17mVolaris El Salvador
lun. 11/1111:15 amSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 23mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/31$173
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
dom. 12/299:00 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 17mVolaris
mié. 1/11:06 pmSJO - SAL
Nonstop1h 23mVolaris
Deal found 10/31$198
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 11/39:00 amSAL - SJO
Nonstop1h 17mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/65:30 amSJO - SAL
1 stop9h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$199
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. 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.
lun. 12/24:59 amSAL - SJO
1 stop5h 01mCopa Airlines
mar. 12/106:05 pmSJO - SAL
1 stop15h 09mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/31$220
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/147:00 amSAL - LIR
2 stops31h 43mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 12/213:40 pmLIR - SAL
2 stops20h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$972
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/1411:53 pmSAL - LIR
1 stop11h 51mUnited Airlines
sáb. 12/218:50 amLIR - SAL
1 stop15h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$2,727

Find flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from El Salvador 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 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated octubre 31, 2024.

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San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mié. 11/6

1:04 pm-2:21 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$98

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

sáb. 12/28

7:30 am-1:45 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$109

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mié. 11/13

11:09 am-6:51 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$121

San SalvadorLiberia

SAL - LIR

SALLIR

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

dom. 12/8

11:53 pm-11:44 am

1 stop11h 51m

$267

San SalvadorLiberia

SAL - LIR

SALLIR

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

jue. 11/7

9:30 am-1:10 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$279

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

vie. 11/8

4:05 pm-7:35 am

2 stops15h 30m

$302

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

vie. 1/3

1:59 am-12:24 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$752

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

mié. 12/25

3:00 am-6:25 am

1 stop27h 25m

$1,065

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

sáb. 12/14

10:05 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 12/15

10:15 am-8:59 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$153

San SalvadorSan José

SAL - SJO

SALSJO

San Salvador El Salvador Intl

lun. 1/13

9:00 am-10:17 am

Nonstop1h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 1/17

11:15 am-12:38 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$158

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Best time to book a flight from El Salvador to Costa Rica

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Travel insights for flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Salvador to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from El Salvador to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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 SV to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from El Salvador 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 octubre 31, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from El Salvador to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from El Salvador 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 octubre 31, 2024.

The most flights from SV0 to CR0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 octubre 31, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Avianca, Volaris El Salvador and Copa Airlines from El Salvador to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.8
Good
1,885 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The terminal was pretty large and the area for the baggage collection took a while to show up on the screens in the airport.

7.8
Good
1,885 reviews
7.8
Good
1,885 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The terminal was pretty large and the area for the baggage collection took a while to show up on the screens in the airport.

7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
7.8
Good
1,885 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The terminal was pretty large and the area for the baggage collection took a while to show up on the screens in the airport.

7.1
Good
2,904 reviews
7.8
Good
1,885 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The terminal was pretty large and the area for the baggage collection took a while to show up on the screens in the airport.

6.7
Okay
1,316 reviews
7.8
Good
1,885 reviews

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.8

Food

7.1

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The terminal was pretty large and the area for the baggage collection took a while to show up on the screens in the airport.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Avianca for just $153, but on average you can expect to pay $593.

  • Are there nonstop flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 4 direct flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from El Salvador to Costa Rica is less than $203.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from El Salvador to Costa Rica for under $200?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from El Salvador to Costa Rica?

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How popular is this El Salvador to Costa Rica flight route?

  • How many flights depart from El Salvador to Costa Rica on average per day?

    5 flight departures from El Salvador to Costa Rica per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 40% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 60% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from El Salvador to Costa Rica?

    A quick flight from El Salvador to Costa Rica can take about 1h 15m. Avianca provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $153. The distance from El Salvador to Costa Rica is about 407 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Volaris El Salvador, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $79. Avianca flights start at $108 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $121 one-way.

  • What does SAL to SJO mean?

    This is defined as San Salvador El Salvador Intl Airport (SAL) and San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (SJO). Codes like San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Liberia Airport (LIR), Limon Airport (LIO), San José Tobias Bolanos Intl Airport (SYQ), Tamarindo Airport (TNO), Tortuquero Airport (TTQ) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your El Salvador to Costa Rica flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter El Salvador to Costa Rica flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from El Salvador 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from El Salvador to Costa Rica offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from El Salvador to Costa Rica?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on El Salvador to Costa Rica flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the El Salvador to Costa Rica flight deals updated?

    The El Salvador to Costa Rica flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from El Salvador to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Salvador to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from El Salvador to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $533). 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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