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$197+ Cheap flights from Madison (MSN) 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSN — SJO
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Madison to Costa Rica

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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$455
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$197
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$584
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Cheapest flights from Madison to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madison to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1712:55 pmMSN - LIR
2 stops22h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/2411:05 amLIR - MSN
2 stops34h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$455
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/511:26 amMSN - SJO
1 stop11h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/127:25 amSJO - MSN
1 stop8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$498
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/24:21 pmMSN - LIR
2 stops21h 59mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/103:45 pmLIR - MSN
1 stop18h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$563
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/24:00 pmMSN - SJO
2 stops19h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/97:55 amSJO - MSN
2 stops25h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$628
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/24:00 pmMSN - SJO
2 stops19h 11mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/81:55 amSJO - MSN
2 stops13h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$1,122
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Tue 11/410:45 amMSN - SJO
2 stops13h 30mAvianca
Mon 11/102:15 amSJO - MSN
2 stops14h 36mAvianca
Deal found 4/29$3,098

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

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Madison

Fly to

Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

MadisonLiberia

MSN - LIR

MSNLIR

Madison Truax Field

Tue 6/17

12:55 pm-10:00 am

2 stops22h 05m

Liberia

Tue 6/24

11:05 am-10:18 pm

2 stops34h 13m

$455

MadisonSan José

MSN - SJO

MSNSJO

Madison Truax Field

Tue 8/5

11:26 am-10:05 pm

1 stop11h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/12

7:25 am-4:44 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$498

MadisonLiberia

MSN - LIR

MSNLIR

Madison Truax Field

Wed 7/2

4:21 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops21h 59m

Liberia

Thu 7/10

3:45 pm-10:46 am

1 stop18h 01m

$563

MadisonSan José

MSN - SJO

MSNSJO

Madison Truax Field

Sat 8/2

4:00 pm-10:11 am

2 stops19h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/9

7:55 am-10:13 am

2 stops25h 18m

$628

MadisonSan José

MSN - SJO

MSNSJO

Madison Truax Field

Sat 8/2

4:00 pm-10:11 am

2 stops19h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/8

1:55 am-4:40 pm

2 stops13h 45m

$1,122

MadisonSan José

MSN - SJO

MSNSJO

Madison Truax Field

Tue 8/26

5:45 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 03m

$197

MadisonLiberia

MSN - LIR

MSNLIR

Madison Truax Field

Tue 9/30

5:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$197

MadisonSan José

MSN - SJO

MSNSJO

Madison Truax Field

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-6:15 pm

2 stops13h 15m

$202

MadisonLiberia

MSN - LIR

MSNLIR

Madison Truax Field

Sun 9/28

6:52 am-1:01 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$232

MadisonLiberia

MSN - LIR

MSNLIR

Madison Truax Field

Sun 10/12

2:41 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops22h 29m

$304

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Best time to book a flight from Madison to Costa Rica

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Madison 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 April 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Madison 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 April 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Madison to Costa Rica. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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
7,929 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

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 Madison 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 Madison to Costa Rica?

    Located just 5.4 mi from the city center, Madison Truax Field (MSN) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Costa Rica from Madison.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $197 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $202 and United Airlines from $304 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madison to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Madison 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 3 airlines flying from Madison to Costa Rica

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Madison 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$388Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$453Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$497Average$1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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