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$136+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Costa Rica

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LAX — SJO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$246
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$136
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$513
From Irvine to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Irvine to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($99 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Find flight deals from Irvine to Costa Rica

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

This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1610:49 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 39mVolaris Costa Rica
Fri 9/262:37 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop7h 39mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 6/11$243
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/612:09 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/112:39 pmSJO - LAX
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$245
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/302:50 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 25mAvianca
Thu 9/47:45 pmSJO - LAX
2 stops17h 15mAvianca
Deal found 6/11$313
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/16:57 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops15h 21mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/412:23 pmSJO - LAX
2 stops13h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$320
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.
Wed 9/107:35 amLAX - SJO
1 stop11h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/226:00 amSJO - LAX
2 stops14h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$334
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2212:08 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 52mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/12:00 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$355
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.
Tue 9/307:15 amLAX - SJO
1 stop11h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/77:55 amSJO - LAX
1 stop13h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$390
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.
Tue 9/164:20 pmLAX - LIR
1 stop18h 50mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/261:20 pmLIR - LAX
1 stop20h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$434
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.
Tue 8/126:45 pmLAX - LIR
1 stop17h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/172:26 pmLIR - LAX
1 stop19h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$435
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1310:29 pmLAX - LIR
Nonstop5h 51mAlaska Airlines
Thu 11/2011:20 amLIR - LAX
Nonstop6h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$446
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Mon 7/1411:50 pmLAX - LIR
1 stop12h 20mSouthwest
Sat 7/1911:50 amLIR - LAX
1 stop12h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$462
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2010:55 pmLAX - LIR
1 stop12h 00mAir Canada
Fri 11/281:55 pmLIR - LAX
1 stop33h 32mAir Canada
Deal found 6/9$512

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 Irvine to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Irvine

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Mon 8/25

11:33 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop19h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/30

2:37 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$246

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 8/20

10:49 pm-7:28 am

Nonstop7h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/30

2:37 pm-9:11 pm

Nonstop7h 34m

$252

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

2:50 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

7:45 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops17h 15m

$313

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

6:57 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops16h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/19

12:23 pm-7:06 am

2 stops19h 43m

$320

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 8/13

5:20 am-6:55 pm

1 stop12h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/20

1:40 pm-7:45 am

2 stops19h 05m

$325

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

7:35 am-7:42 pm

1 stop11h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/22

6:00 am-7:38 pm

2 stops14h 38m

$334

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 8/3

4:26 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop6h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/12

12:50 am-6:03 am

Nonstop6h 13m

$363

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

12:56 am-12:26 pm

1 stop10h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/16

7:55 am-9:35 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$390

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

4:20 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Liberia

Fri 9/26

1:20 pm-8:57 am

1 stop20h 37m

$434

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Tue 8/12

6:45 pm-12:59 pm

1 stop17h 14m

Liberia

Sun 8/17

2:26 pm-9:21 am

1 stop19h 55m

$435

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Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Irvine with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Irvine to Costa Rica

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Irvine 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 IR9 to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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.

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Irvine to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on September 29, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to CR0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Irvine to Costa Rica have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Irvine to Costa Rica flight route?

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

    $136 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $137 and $139, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Irvine 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 Irvine to Costa Rica on time: United Airlines (93%), American Airlines (87%), Alaska Airlines (87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Costa Rica?

    The cheapest flight price from Irvine to Costa Rica is $149. On average you can expect to pay $969. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $208.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Irvine 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 10 airlines flying from Irvine to Costa Rica

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Irvine 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
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$112Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$149Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$186Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$190Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
VolarisCheapest$192Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$243Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$292Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$333Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$341Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$347Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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