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$118+ 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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SDF — SJO
Mar 26 — Apr 21
Wed 3/26
Wed 4/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Louisville to Costa Rica

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$295
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$118
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$680
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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 March 21, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Thu 5/811:23 amSDF - SJO
2 stops26h 10mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/1211:32 amSJO - SDF
1 stop22h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$295
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/811:05 amSDF - SJO
1 stop13h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/1311:59 pmSJO - SDF
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/20$325
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 11/252:59 pmSDF - SJO
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Thu 12/42:17 pmSJO - SDF
1 stop7h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/20$391
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/216:19 pmSDF - SJO
1 stop18h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/2611:35 amSJO - SDF
1 stop27h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/108:11 pmSDF - LIR
2 stops19h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/183:40 pmLIR - SDF
1 stop16h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/21$449
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/299:35 amSDF - SJO
1 stop26h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/37:55 amSJO - SDF
1 stop9h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/21$464
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/76:00 amSDF - SJO
2 stops28h 20mCopa Airlines
Mon 7/1410:57 amSJO - SDF
2 stops21h 19mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/20$568
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/277:03 amSDF - LIR
1 stop7h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/43:25 pmLIR - SDF
1 stop28h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/21$606

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

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Louisville

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/8

11:23 am-11:33 am

2 stops26h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/12

11:32 am-11:55 am

1 stop22h 23m

$295

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/8

11:05 am-10:17 pm

1 stop13h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/13

11:59 pm-10:25 am

1 stop8h 26m

$325

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Mon 4/21

6:19 pm-11:18 am

1 stop18h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/26

11:35 am-5:17 pm

1 stop27h 42m

$397

LouisvilleLiberia

SDF - LIR

SDFLIR

Louisville Intl

Thu 7/10

8:11 pm-11:50 am

2 stops17h 39m

Liberia

Fri 7/18

12:55 pm-9:34 am

2 stops18h 39m

$449

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Thu 5/29

9:35 am-10:11 am

1 stop26h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/3

7:55 am-7:48 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$464

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Tue 5/27

7:05 am-11:59 am

1 stop6h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/3

1:24 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 41m

$476

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Mon 7/7

6:00 am-8:20 am

2 stops28h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/14

10:57 am-10:16 am

2 stops21h 19m

$568

LouisvilleLiberia

SDF - LIR

SDFLIR

Louisville Intl

Sun 4/27

7:03 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Liberia

Sun 5/4

3:25 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$606

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Tue 4/1

6:00 am-11:21 am

1 stop7h 21m

$118

LouisvilleSan José

SDF - SJO

SDFSJO

Louisville Intl

Thu 3/27

1:07 pm-9:24 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$159

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Best time to book a flight from Louisville to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Louisville to Costa Rica

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Louisville 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 March 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Louisville 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 March 21, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines and United Airlines from Louisville to Costa Rica have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,876 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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.

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

    $118 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and American Airlines, with prices starting from $159 and $237, respectively.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisville to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Louisville 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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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 March 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$228Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$311Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$333Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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