Costa Rica

$578+ Cheap flights from Gainesville (GNV) to Costa Rica

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GNV — SJO
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Cheap flight deals from Gainesville to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Gainesville to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gainesville to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/277:34 pm
GNV
-
LIR
1 stop18h 02m
American Airlines
Sat 7/42:45 pm
LIR
-
GNV
1 stop7h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/1$578
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sun 5/107:59 pm
GNV
-
LIR
1 stop17h 29m
American Airlines
Sun 5/172:40 pm
LIR
-
GNV
1 stop7h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$583
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/147:24 pm
GNV
-
SJO
1 stop26h 09m
GOL
Fri 2/2011:24 am
SJO
-
GNV
1 stop11h 35m
GOL
Deal found 2/2$707
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/137:45 pm
GNV
-
SJO
2 stops25h 27m
GOL
Fri 2/208:00 am
SJO
-
GNV
2 stops15h 25m
GOL
Deal found 2/2$729
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/147:24 pm
GNV
-
SJO
1 stop26h 09m
GOL
Sat 2/213:59 pm
SJO
-
GNV
1 stop7h 00m
GOL
Deal found 2/2$752
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/121:15 pm
GNV
-
SJO
1 stop9h 47m
Delta
Sat 2/217:00 am
SJO
-
GNV
1 stop14h 36m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$773
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/136:00 am
GNV
-
LIR
1 stop9h 15m
Delta
Thu 2/193:30 pm
LIR
-
GNV
1 stop16h 54m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$780
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/147:24 pm
GNV
-
SJO
1 stop26h 09m
GOL
Thu 2/193:59 pm
SJO
-
GNV
1 stop7h 00m
GOL
Deal found 2/2$784
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Fri 2/137:45 pm
GNV
-
LIR
2 stops17h 36m
American Airlines
Fri 2/201:21 pm
LIR
-
GNV
1 stop9h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/2$785
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/1310:13 am
GNV
-
SJO
1 stop12h 49m
Delta
Sat 2/213:46 pm
SJO
-
GNV
1 stop16h 38m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$809
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/121:15 pm
GNV
-
SJO
1 stop9h 47m
Delta
Thu 2/192:25 pm
SJO
-
GNV
1 stop17h 59m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$836
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/136:00 am
GNV
-
SJO
1 stop17h 02m
Delta
Thu 2/192:25 pm
SJO
-
GNV
1 stop17h 59m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$872

Find flight deals from Gainesville to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gainesville to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated February 3, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$578
(American Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

September
Provider with most accurate pricing for Gainesville Regional-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Gainesville Regional to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($79 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average RT price).

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Gainesville 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Gainesville to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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GainesvilleLiberia

GNV - LIR

GNVLIR

Gainesville Regional

Sat 6/27

7:34 pm-11:20 am

2 stops17h 46m

Liberia

Sat 7/4

2:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$583

GainesvilleLiberia

GNV - LIR

GNVLIR

Gainesville Regional

Sun 5/10

7:59 pm-11:28 am

1 stop17h 29m

Liberia

Sun 5/17

2:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$583

GainesvilleSan José

GNV - SJO

GNVSJO

Gainesville Regional

Sat 2/14

7:24 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop26h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/20

11:24 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$707

GainesvilleSan José

GNV - SJO

GNVSJO

Gainesville Regional

Fri 2/13

7:45 pm-8:12 pm

2 stops25h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/20

8:00 am-12:25 am

2 stops15h 25m

$729

GainesvilleSan José

GNV - SJO

GNVSJO

Gainesville Regional

Sat 2/14

7:24 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop26h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/21

3:59 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$752

GainesvilleLiberia

GNV - LIR

GNVLIR

Gainesville Regional

Fri 2/13

6:00 am-2:15 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Liberia

Thu 2/19

3:30 pm-9:24 am

1 stop16h 54m

$780

GainesvilleLiberia

GNV - LIR

GNVLIR

Gainesville Regional

Sat 2/14

6:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Liberia

Fri 2/20

3:30 pm-9:24 am

1 stop16h 54m

$780

GainesvilleLiberia

GNV - LIR

GNVLIR

Gainesville Regional

Fri 2/13

7:45 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop17h 38m

Liberia

Fri 2/20

3:13 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$780

GainesvilleLiberia

GNV - LIR

GNVLIR

Gainesville Regional

Sat 2/14

6:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Liberia

Thu 2/19

3:30 pm-9:24 am

1 stop16h 54m

$780

GainesvilleSan José

GNV - SJO

GNVSJO

Gainesville Regional

Sat 2/14

7:24 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop26h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

3:59 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$784

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gainesville to Costa Rica (average of $85). Flying from Gainesville to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $167). 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 February 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Gainesville to Costa Rica. 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.

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Susie,Jan 2026

TPA - CLT

I was sitting at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were so loud, talking to each other and laughing! I thought they were having a party back there.

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Susie,Jan 2026

TPA - CLT

I was sitting at the back of the plane and the flight attendants were so loud, talking to each other and laughing! I thought they were having a party back there.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gainesville 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 airport do you fly from for flights from Gainesville to Costa Rica?

    Located just 4.2 mi from the city center, Gainesville Regional (GNV) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Costa Rica from Gainesville.

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

    Airlines like American Airlines and GOL fly from Gainesville to Costa Rica in about 17h 46m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 23m. Gainesville and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 1335 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Gainesville to Costa Rica (average of $85). Flying from Gainesville to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $167). 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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American AirlinesCheapest$461Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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