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$189+ Cheap flights from Long Beach (LGB) 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGB — SJO
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Long Beach to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Long Beach to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$525
(Southwest)

One-way from

$189
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$496
From Long Beach Municipal to Costa Rica
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One-way flight from Long Beach Municipal to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($102 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Long Beach to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Long Beach to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/307:15 amLGB - SJO
2 stops10h 40mSouthwest
Wed 9/108:50 amSJO - LGB
2 stops12h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$525
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/15:55 pmLGB - SJO
2 stops17h 55mDelta
Fri 11/72:15 pmSJO - LGB
2 stops23h 54mDelta
Deal found 7/29$818
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/1312:59 pmLGB - LIR
2 stops21h 44mDelta
Sun 11/162:10 pmLIR - LGB
2 stops33h 36mDelta
Deal found 7/29$2,043
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/297:25 amLGB - LIR
2 stops45h 55mAlaska Airlines
Sun 10/510:00 amLIR - LGB
2 stops34h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$4,012
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Fri 11/287:55 amLGB - SJO
2 stops37h 46mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/82:26 amSJO - LGB
2 stops43h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$4,065

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Long Beach to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Long Beach

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Long BeachSan José

LGB - SJO

LGBSJO

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 8/30

7:15 am-6:55 pm

2 stops10h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

8:50 am-8:00 pm

2 stops12h 10m

$525

Long BeachSan José

LGB - SJO

LGBSJO

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 11/1

5:55 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops17h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/7

2:15 pm-12:09 pm

2 stops23h 54m

$818

Long BeachLiberia

LGB - LIR

LGBLIR

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 1/1

7:05 am-12:55 pm

2 stops27h 50m

Liberia

Thu 1/8

2:15 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops24h 01m

$2,012

Long BeachLiberia

LGB - LIR

LGBLIR

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 9/29

7:25 am-6:20 am

2 stops45h 55m

Liberia

Sun 10/5

10:00 am-7:45 pm

2 stops34h 45m

$4,012

Long BeachSan José

LGB - SJO

LGBSJO

Long Beach Municipal

Fri 11/28

7:55 am-11:41 pm

2 stops37h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/8

2:26 am-7:35 pm

2 stops43h 09m

$4,065

Long BeachSan José

LGB - SJO

LGBSJO

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 9/10

8:05 am-6:55 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$189

Long BeachSan José

LGB - SJO

LGBSJO

Long Beach Municipal

Sun 9/7

7:01 am-12:10 pm

2 stops28h 09m

$195

Long BeachSan José

LGB - SJO

LGBSJO

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 9/11

7:25 am-7:04 pm

2 stops34h 39m

$440

Long BeachLiberia

LGB - LIR

LGBLIR

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 8/20

7:45 am-6:20 am

2 stops45h 35m

$1,322

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Deals found on 7/29

Best time to book a flight from Long Beach to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Long Beach to Costa Rica

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

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

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 July 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Long Beach to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Long Beach to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Long Beach Municipal. Long Beach Municipal (LGB) is just 4.1 mi from the center of the city.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $189 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $195 and Alaska Airlines from $440 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Long Beach 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 Long Beach to Costa Rica?

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