Costa Rica

$136+ Cheap flights from Louisville (SDF) 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 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — SJO
Mar 21 — Mar 281
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Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Louisville to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisville to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 19, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 5/66:07 am
SDF
-
SJO
1 stop17h 29m
American Airlines
Wed 5/132:22 pm
SJO
-
SDF
1 stop7h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/16$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 4/87:37 am
SDF
-
SJO
1 stop7h 45m
American Airlines
Wed 4/156:30 am
SJO
-
SDF
1 stop15h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/16$340
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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.
Sun 3/228:12 pm
SDF
-
LIR
1 stop17h 25m
American Airlines
Wed 3/2512:37 pm
LIR
-
SDF
1 stop9h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/15$362
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/58:55 am
SDF
-
SJO
1 stop14h 07m
Delta
Tue 3/107:00 am
SJO
-
SDF
1 stop12h 16m
Delta
Deal found 2/17$370
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Thu 3/56:00 am
SDF
-
SJO
1 stop17h 43m
American Airlines
Tue 3/102:20 pm
SJO
-
SDF
1 stop17h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/16$373
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 4/277:52 pm
SDF
-
SJO
1 stop17h 43m
American Airlines
Sat 5/211:35 pm
SJO
-
SDF
1 stop17h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/19$374
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/91:19 pm
SDF
-
SJO
1 stop23h 21m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 3/1511:38 am
SJO
-
SDF
1 stop21h 36m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/17$376
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Mon 4/276:00 am
SDF
-
SJO
1 stop8h 21m
United Airlines
Fri 5/11:25 pm
SJO
-
SDF
2 stops18h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/17$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Mon 4/277:37 am
SDF
-
LIR
1 stop8h 03m
American Airlines
Fri 5/12:10 pm
LIR
-
SDF
1 stop18h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/17$382
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 3/21:19 pm
SDF
-
SJO
1 stop23h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/51:31 pm
SJO
-
SDF
1 stop18h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/16$383
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Mon 4/275:00 am
SDF
-
LIR
2 stops11h 25m
United Airlines
Fri 5/13:27 pm
LIR
-
SDF
2 stops15h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/17$387
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Thu 5/147:52 pm
SDF
-
LIR
1 stop17h 36m
American Airlines
Fri 5/223:47 pm
LIR
-
SDF
1 stop25h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/18$390

Find flight deals from Louisville to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Louisville to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated February 19, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$294
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$136
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$394
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From Louisville Intl to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Louisville Intl to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($86 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Louisville 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 February 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Louisville to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Wed 5/6

7:33 am-7:07 pm

2 stops13h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/13

12:35 pm-8:38 am

1 stop18h 03m

$299

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Wed 4/8

6:07 am-1:22 pm

1 stop9h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/15

6:30 am-12:25 am

2 stops15h 55m

$345

LouisvilleLiberia

SDF - LIR

SDFLIR

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/13

6:07 am-1:40 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Liberia

Thu 4/16

12:28 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$362

LouisvilleLiberia

SDF - LIR

SDFLIR

Louisville Intl

Sun 3/22

8:12 pm-11:37 am

1 stop17h 25m

Liberia

Wed 3/25

12:37 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$362

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Thu 3/5

8:55 am-10:02 pm

1 stop14h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-9:16 pm

1 stop12h 16m

$370

LouisvilleLiberia

SDF - LIR

SDFLIR

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/27

5:00 am-2:25 pm

2 stops11h 25m

Liberia

Fri 5/1

3:27 pm-9:25 am

2 stops15h 58m

$387

LouisvilleLiberia

SDF - LIR

SDFLIR

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/14

6:01 am-1:10 pm

1 stop9h 09m

Liberia

Fri 5/22

12:35 pm-10:15 am

2 stops19h 40m

$387

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Mon 3/2

9:30 am-11:40 am

2 stops27h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

1:31 pm-8:40 am

1 stop18h 09m

$406

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Sun 3/8

3:33 pm-10:40 am

2 stops21h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/15

11:38 am-11:14 am

1 stop21h 36m

$421

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Fri 3/6

8:55 am-10:02 pm

1 stop14h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$423

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Costa Rica (average of $149). Flying from Louisville to Costa Rica in August is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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 February 19, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Louisville 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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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 Louisville 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 Louisville to Costa Rica?

    For a flight from Louisville to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Louisville Intl. Louisville Intl (SDF) is just 5.3 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Airlines like American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Louisville to Costa Rica in about 11h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 09m. Louisville and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 1904 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Costa Rica (average of $149). Flying from Louisville to Costa Rica in August is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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 4 airlines flying from Louisville to Costa Rica

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Louisville 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 February 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$148Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$289Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$353Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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