Costa Rica

$308+ Cheap flights from McAllen (MFE) 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 4/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MFE — SJO
Thg. 4 14 — Thg. 4 211
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Cheap flight deals from McAllen to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from McAllen to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from McAllen to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on Tháng Ba 15, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Th. 4 4/295:17 am
MFE
-
SJO
1 stop5h 54m
United Airlines
Th. 4 5/67:55 am
SJO
-
MFE
1 stop14h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/15$472
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
Th. 4 4/295:45 am
MFE
-
SJO
2 stops14h 22m
American Airlines
Th. 4 5/611:35 pm
SJO
-
MFE
1 stop14h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/15$477
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Th. 4 5/66:40 am
MFE
-
SJO
2 stops13h 27m
American Airlines
Th. 2 5/1112:10 pm
SJO
-
MFE
2 stops23h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/11$487
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Th. 6 5/11:10 pm
MFE
-
SJO
1 stop9h 26m
American Airlines
Th. 4 5/611:35 pm
SJO
-
MFE
1 stop9h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/12$502
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Th. 5 8/135:33 am
MFE
-
SJO
1 stop9h 17m
American Airlines
Th. 3 8/1812:30 pm
SJO
-
MFE
1 stop19h 23m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/13$510
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Th. 4 6/175:00 am
MFE
-
SJO
1 stop6h 11m
United Airlines
Th. 6 6/1912:30 am
SJO
-
MFE
1 stop12h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/11$568
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Th. 4 6/175:25 pm
MFE
-
SJO
2 stops20h 43m
American Airlines
Th. 7 6/2011:59 pm
SJO
-
MFE
1 stop9h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/11$623
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Th. 3 3/179:37 am
MFE
-
SJO
1 stop13h 06m
American Airlines
Th. 5 3/1912:46 pm
SJO
-
MFE
2 stops19h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/13$633
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Th. 3 3/177:00 am
MFE
-
SJO
1 stop6h 15m
United Airlines
Th. 5 3/1911:35 am
SJO
-
MFE
1 stop10h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/13$648
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Th. 2 8/245:00 am
MFE
-
SJO
1 stop8h 21m
United Airlines
Th. 4 8/261:25 pm
SJO
-
MFE
1 stop18h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$649

Find flight deals from McAllen to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for McAllen to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated Tháng Ba 15, 2026.

Round-trip from

$472
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$308
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$546
From McAllen Miller Intl to Costa Rica
One-way flight from McAllen Miller Intl to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($111 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

McAllenSan José

MFE - SJO

MFESJO

McAllen Miller Intl

Th. 4 4/29

5:17 am-10:11 am

1 stop5h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Th. 4 5/6

7:55 am-10:59 pm

1 stop14h 04m

$472

McAllenSan José

MFE - SJO

MFESJO

McAllen Miller Intl

Th. 4 4/29

5:45 am-7:07 pm

2 stops14h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Th. 4 5/6

12:10 pm-10:02 am

2 stops20h 52m

$477

McAllenSan José

MFE - SJO

MFESJO

McAllen Miller Intl

Th. 4 5/6

6:40 am-7:07 pm

2 stops13h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Th. 2 5/11

12:10 pm-12:29 pm

2 stops23h 19m

$487
Quickest round-trip

McAllenSan José

MFE - SJO

MFESJO

McAllen Miller Intl

Th. 6 5/1

1:10 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop9h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Th. 4 5/6

11:35 pm-10:02 am

1 stop9h 27m

$502

McAllenSan José

MFE - SJO

MFESJO

McAllen Miller Intl

Th. 5 8/13

8:12 pm-11:50 am

2 stops16h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Th. 3 8/18

12:50 pm-9:53 am

2 stops20h 03m

$507

McAllenSan José

MFE - SJO

MFESJO

McAllen Miller Intl

Th. 2 8/24

7:00 am-12:21 pm

1 stop6h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Th. 4 8/26

1:25 pm-8:58 am

1 stop18h 33m

$649

McAllenSan José

MFE - SJO

MFESJO

McAllen Miller Intl

Th. 4 7/1

5:26 pm-11:56 am

2 stops19h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Th. 3 7/7

2:12 pm-12:15 am

1 stop9h 03m

$663
Cheapest one-way

McAllenSan José

MFE - SJO

MFESJO

McAllen Miller Intl

Th. 7 4/4

7:09 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops18h 07m

$308
Quickest one-way

McAllenSan José

MFE - SJO

MFESJO

McAllen Miller Intl

Th. 7 4/4

7:00 am-12:21 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$318

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 3/15

Sorted by cheapest first

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to Costa Rica (average of $427). Flying from McAllen to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $905). 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 Tháng Ba 15, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from McAllen 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.

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from McAllen 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 McAllen to Costa Rica?

    If you book a flight to Costa Rica from McAllen, you will be flying from Miller Intl, which is the city’s only airport. McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) is located 2.0 mi from the center of McAllen.

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

    Departing from McAllen to Costa Rica will take you 5h 54m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1445 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from McAllen to Costa Rica (average of $427). Flying from McAllen to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $905). 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 2 airlines flying from McAllen to Costa Rica

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from McAllen 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 Tháng Ba 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$417Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$436Average$618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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