To save up to 12% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 50 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Los Angeles to Costa Rica from $405 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $476 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.
September is one of the best times of the year to fly to Costa Rica from Los Angeles. Prices for September average $414 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $158. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a September flight can save you 42% on your journey compared to booking in December
When flying from Los Angeles to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
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Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Mon 10/7
1 stop7h 23m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 10/16
1 stop7h 29m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Mon 9/2
1 stop15h 35m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 9/15
1 stop8h 15m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Sun 11/17
1 stop7h 23m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 11/22
1 stop7h 29m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Tue 8/20
3 stops23h 40m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 10/1
3 stops25h 59m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Mon 8/19
2 stops16h 56m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 9/7
1 stop7h 29m
Los AngelesLiberia
LAX - LIR
LAXLIR
Los Angeles
Wed 9/4
1 stop10h 40m
Liberia
Thu 9/19
1 stop11h 22m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Tue 9/3
1 stop18h 50m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 9/9
2 stops19h 50m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Tue 11/12
Nonstop5h 40m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 11/14
Nonstop6h 07m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Fri 8/9
1 stop13h 01m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 8/29
1 stop13h 16m
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Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
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Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
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Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
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Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
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Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
One of Central America's true treasures, Costa Rica is small in size but huge on culture, sightseeing and adventure. Hop a flight from LA to Costa Rica to experience the natural beauty of over 20 natural parks and biological reserves - be sure to check out the sea turtles nesting at Tortuguero National Park. Looking at majestic waterfalls is awe-inspiring, but if action is what you crave, book a rafting or kayaking experience. Or, simply relax and unwind at a posh Costa Rican resort. Whatever you crave, Costa Rica can deliver.
If you're planning on leaving LA for Costa Rica, one thing to keep in mind is that you're leaving a mostly dry climate for a tropical one, meaning there will be bugs. While your options for packing mosquito repellent are limited due to TSA regulations, at least plan on stocking up when you get there. Driving in Los Angeles is...a unique experience not for the impatient; however, you at least have signs and clearly marked intersections - not so much in many parts of Costa Rica. If you must rent a car, be prepared for a new experience. Otherwise, it may be smart to arrange other transportation options. Lastly, prepare yourself for a laid-back pace in much of Costa Rica. Life in Los Angeles is fast and furious at times, so treat yourself to a break from it all in Costa Rica.
Escape from LA for a week of untouched natural beauty, cosmopolitan nightlife and jungle adventure. Use our smart search engine to find the best deals on flights from Los Angeles to Costa Rica.
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Cheapest$112 | Average$630 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% | |
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Cheapest$173 | Average$321 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
Cheapest$177 | Average$461 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
Cheapest$178 | Average$374 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
Cheapest$187 | Average$498 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
Cheapest$195 | Average$424 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% | |
Cheapest$259 | Average$617 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |
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25%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
52%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
22%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |