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$363+ 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGB — SJO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$599
(Southwest)

One-way from

$363
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$513
From Long Beach Municipal to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($99 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($24 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 June 12, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/51:15 pmLGB - SJO
2 stops21h 41mDelta
Mon 8/111:35 pmSJO - LGB
2 stops23h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/12$1,278
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 9/37:25 amLGB - LIR
2 stops21h 55mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/811:20 amLIR - LGB
2 stops57h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$3,961
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/137:45 amLGB - SJO
2 stops38h 45mAlaska Airlines
Thu 6/1912:50 amSJO - LGB
2 stops44h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$4,225

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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 BeachLiberia

LGB - LIR

LGBLIR

Long Beach Municipal

Mon 7/7

8:45 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops15h 25m

Liberia

Mon 7/14

2:10 pm-8:15 am

2 stops19h 05m

$599

Long BeachSan José

LGB - SJO

LGBSJO

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 8/5

1:15 pm-11:56 am

2 stops21h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/11

1:35 pm-12:12 pm

2 stops23h 37m

$1,278

Long BeachLiberia

LGB - LIR

LGBLIR

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 9/3

7:25 am-6:20 am

2 stops21h 55m

Liberia

Mon 9/8

11:20 am-7:30 pm

2 stops57h 10m

$3,961

Long BeachSan José

LGB - SJO

LGBSJO

Long Beach Municipal

Wed 8/6

7:45 am-11:30 pm

2 stops38h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/9

12:50 am-7:50 pm

2 stops44h 00m

$4,359

Long BeachSan José

LGB - SJO

LGBSJO

Long Beach Municipal

Tue 9/16

5:05 pm-11:53 am

2 stops17h 48m

$363

Long BeachLiberia

LGB - LIR

LGBLIR

Long Beach Municipal

Sat 6/28

6:15 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops17h 50m

$363

Long BeachSan José

LGB - SJO

LGBSJO

Long Beach Municipal

Thu 9/18

8:55 am-7:04 pm

2 stops33h 09m

$540

Long BeachLiberia

LGB - LIR

LGBLIR

Long Beach Municipal

Sun 6/29

7:45 am-3:53 pm

2 stops31h 08m

$944

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Deals found on 6/11

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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LGB to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Long Beach 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 Long Beach to Costa Rica as you normally would.

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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Long Beach 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 $363 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $363 and Alaska Airlines from $540 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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