Costa Rica

$157+ Cheap flights from Guatemala City (GUA) 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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GUA — SJO
Jun 15 — Jun 221
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Cheap flight deals from Guatemala City to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Guatemala City to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Guatemala City to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 16, 2026.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/39:45 pm
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Thu 6/49:50 am
SJO
-
GUA
2 stops27h 10m
Avianca
Deal found 5/13$282
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/149:45 pm
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Sun 8/164:35 pm
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 5/13$301
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/49:45 pm
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Mon 6/84:35 pm
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 5/12$302
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/299:45 pm
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Mon 6/84:35 pm
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 5/12$306
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/39:45 pm
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Mon 6/155:45 am
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 5/13$307
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/229:45 pm
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Sun 6/285:45 am
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 5/12$310
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/127:00 am
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Tue 6/235:45 am
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 5/13$311
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/237:00 am
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Sun 5/245:45 am
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Deal found 5/13$312
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/67:00 am
GUA
-
SJO
Nonstop1h 30m
Avianca
Wed 6/174:35 pm
SJO
-
GUA
Nonstop1h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 5/13$313
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/257:00 am
GUA
-
LIR
1 stop4h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/212:35 pm
LIR
-
GUA
1 stop5h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/11$760
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Thu 6/410:50 pm
GUA
-
LIR
1 stop11h 54m
United Airlines
Thu 6/114:30 pm
LIR
-
GUA
1 stop29h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/11$1,053
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/301:40 am
GUA
-
LIR
1 stop13h 11m
United Airlines
Fri 11/138:35 am
LIR
-
GUA
1 stop8h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12$1,241

Find flight deals from Guatemala City to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Guatemala City to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated May 16, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$282
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$157
(Avianca)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$215

Good round-trip deal

$266 or less

Good one-way deal

$156 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Guatemala City La Aurora-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Guatemala City La Aurora-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights.
From Guatemala City La Aurora to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Guatemala City La Aurora to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Guatemala City La Aurora to Costa Rica.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Guatemala City La Aurora to Costa Rica.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Guatemala City 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 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Guatemala City to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Wed 6/3

6:24 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/4

7:55 pm-9:41 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$321

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 5/24

6:24 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/24

7:55 pm-9:41 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$321
Quickest round-trip

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 7/16

6:24 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/20

7:55 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$321

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 7/7

6:24 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/10

7:55 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$321

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Thu 7/9

6:24 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/14

4:08 am-11:47 am

1 stop7h 39m

$322

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Tue 5/19

4:24 am-9:06 am

1 stop4h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/21

7:55 pm-9:41 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$322

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 8/14

1:00 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop5h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/21

7:55 pm-9:37 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$322

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 5/22

6:24 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/24

6:01 pm-8:47 am

1 stop14h 46m

$322

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Fri 8/14

6:24 am-8:08 am

Nonstop1h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/16

4:08 am-11:47 am

1 stop7h 39m

$322

Guatemala CitySan José

GUA - SJO

GUASJO

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 5/23

6:24 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/24

6:01 pm-8:47 am

1 stop14h 46m

$322

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Best time to book a flight from Guatemala City to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Guatemala City with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Guatemala City to Costa Rica

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Guatemala City to Costa Rica, you should look to book at least 75 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 Guatemala City to Costa Rica?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guatemala City to Costa Rica (average of $183). Flying from Guatemala City to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 GUA to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Guatemala City 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 16, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Guatemala City to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from Guatemala City 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 16, 2026.

The most flights from GUA to CR0 are scheduled on a Friday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How often are flights from Guatemala City to Costa Rica delayed?

About 8% of weekly flights between Guatemala City and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 102 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Guatemala City to Costa Rica flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Friday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Guatemala City to Costa Rica flights?

Over the last year, Copa Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 2% of flights being delayed.

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 16, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Volaris Costa Rica,Copa Airlines, andAvianca from Guatemala City 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

7.9

Entertainment

5.2

Overall

7.9

Food

5.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

5.2

Overall

7.9

Food

5.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

5.2

Overall

7.9

Food

5.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

5.2

Overall

7.9

Food

5.9

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.3

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Guatemala City 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 Guatemala City to Costa Rica?

    Most people fly from Guatemala City La Aurora (GUA) if they book a flight from Guatemala City to Costa Rica. Guatemala City La Aurora is conveniently located just 3.7 mi from Guatemala City’s city center.

  • How popular is this Guatemala City to Costa Rica flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Guatemala City to Costa Rica?

    Departing from Guatemala City to Costa Rica will take you 1h 41m. The distance from Guatemala City to Costa Rica is about 531 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Guatemala City to Costa Rica one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Volaris Costa Rica, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $82. Avianca flights start at $95 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $106 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Guatemala City to Costa Rica?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Guatemala City to Costa Rica on time: Air Canada (99%), Air France (98%), Copa Airlines (98%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Guatemala City to Costa Rica?

    While on average a flight from Guatemala City to Costa Rica is generally $238, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $119. When looking at the most popular route, (Guatemala City La Aurora - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), you can expect to pay $299 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Guatemala City 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 Guatemala City to Costa Rica?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Guatemala City to Costa Rica (average of $183). Flying from Guatemala City to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $320). 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 3 airlines flying from Guatemala City to Costa Rica

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Guatemala City 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 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$112Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$126Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$157Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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