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$290+ Cheap flights from Knoxville (TYS) 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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TYS — SJO
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Wed 12/24
Wed 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Knoxville to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 24, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Mon 12/85:34 pmTYS - SJO
1 stop19h 08mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/141:30 pmSJO - TYS
1 stop18h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$388
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
Mon 11/249:29 pmTYS - SJO
1 stop15h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/261:20 pmSJO - TYS
1 stop25h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/22$451
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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.
Mon 12/83:57 pmTYS - SJO
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Thu 12/117:00 amSJO - TYS
1 stop6h 52mDelta
Deal found 11/22$494
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/310:20 amTYS - SJO
2 stops13h 08mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/117:00 amSJO - TYS
2 stops14h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$498
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 12/47:25 pmTYS - SJO
1 stop9h 25mAvianca
Sun 12/147:50 pmSJO - TYS
2 stops13h 58mAvianca
Deal found 11/23$508
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Tue 12/239:27 pmTYS - SJO
3 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/277:22 amSJO - TYS
2 stops23h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/23$542
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 12/55:24 amTYS - SJO
1 stop16h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/146:00 amSJO - TYS
1 stop16h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/23$560
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/22. 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 12/235:15 amTYS - LIR
1 stop9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/23:13 pmLIR - TYS
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/22$1,104
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/239:05 amTYS - LIR
1 stop10h 32mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/28:35 amLIR - TYS
1 stop14h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$1,465

Cheap flight deals from Knoxville to Costa Rica

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$388
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$290
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$530
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KnoxvilleSan José

TYS - SJO

TYSSJO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 1/8

9:29 am-12:22 pm

1 stop27h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/15

1:30 pm-7:56 pm

2 stops29h 26m

$388

KnoxvilleSan José

TYS - SJO

TYSSJO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 12/8

5:34 pm-11:42 am

1 stop19h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/14

1:30 pm-8:39 am

1 stop18h 09m

$388

KnoxvilleSan José

TYS - SJO

TYSSJO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 2/22

9:32 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop15h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/28

5:00 pm-10:07 pm

2 stops28h 07m

$414

KnoxvilleSan José

TYS - SJO

TYSSJO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Thu 4/16

9:40 am-11:35 pm

2 stops15h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/27

4:20 pm-10:49 am

2 stops16h 29m

$438

KnoxvilleSan José

TYS - SJO

TYSSJO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Mon 12/8

3:57 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

2:31 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$494

KnoxvilleLiberia

TYS - LIR

TYSLIR

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sat 3/7

6:37 pm-11:15 am

2 stops17h 38m

Liberia

Fri 3/13

2:55 pm-10:32 am

2 stops17h 37m

$541

KnoxvilleLiberia

TYS - LIR

TYSLIR

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 2/8

5:40 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Liberia

Thu 2/12

3:05 pm-9:06 am

1 stop17h 01m

$555

KnoxvilleLiberia

TYS - LIR

TYSLIR

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 3/6

5:57 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops19h 13m

Liberia

Sat 3/14

12:21 pm-8:42 am

2 stops18h 21m

$581

KnoxvilleLiberia

TYS - LIR

TYSLIR

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Fri 5/22

8:48 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops18h 22m

Liberia

Fri 6/5

12:55 pm-10:15 am

2 stops19h 20m

$611

KnoxvilleSan José

TYS - SJO

TYSSJO

Knoxville McGhee Tyson

Sun 1/4

7:15 am-1:42 pm

2 stops31h 27m

$317

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Best time to book a flight from Knoxville to Costa Rica

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Costa Rica (average of $86). Flying from Knoxville to Costa Rica in September is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 TYS to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Knoxville 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 November 24, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Knoxville to Costa Rica is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 27% on airfare.

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 November 24, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Knoxville to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,037 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,046 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,997 reviews

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), located 11.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Knoxville to Costa Rica.

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

    Airlines like American Airlines and Delta fly from Knoxville to Costa Rica in about 8h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 28m. The distance from Knoxville to Costa Rica is about 1744 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Knoxville to Costa Rica (average of $86). Flying from Knoxville to Costa Rica in September is currently the most expensive (average of $489). 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 Knoxville to Costa Rica

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Knoxville 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 November 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$456Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$484Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$491Average$743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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