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$144+ Cheap flights from Mexico City (MEX) 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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — SJO
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Mexico City to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Mexico City to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Mexico City to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/284:00 amMEX - SJO
1 stop7h 25mAvianca
Fri 1/2312:20 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop3h 05mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$292
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1412:55 pmMEX - SJO
Nonstop2h 55mAvianca
Tue 12/1612:20 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop3h 05mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$298
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/294:00 amMEX - SJO
1 stop7h 25mAvianca
Sat 1/2412:20 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop3h 05mAvianca
Deal found 12/10$308
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1412:55 pmMEX - SJO
Nonstop2h 55mAvianca
Thu 12/185:00 amSJO - MEX
1 stop6h 20mAvianca
Deal found 12/9$315
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Sun 12/1412:55 pmMEX - SJO
Nonstop2h 55mAvianca
Wed 12/177:50 pmSJO - MEX
1 stop5h 25mAvianca
Deal found 12/9$320

Find flight deals from Mexico City to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Mexico City to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$226
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$144
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$342

Good round-trip deal

$261 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Mexico City 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mexico City to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Mexico City

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Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 1/21

7:00 pm-7:17 am

1 stop12h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

2:50 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$258

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Sat 3/14

12:55 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/23

12:20 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$262

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 1/29

12:55 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/21

12:20 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$263

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 1/14

4:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/24

12:20 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$263

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 1/23

4:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

12:20 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$263

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 3/5

12:40 am-3:20 pm

1 stop14h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/20

3:05 pm-1:15 am

1 stop10h 10m

$263

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 2/13

4:50 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop6h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/1

12:40 pm-1:15 am

2 stops12h 35m

$265

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 2/6

5:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop10h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/15

7:50 pm-1:15 am

1 stop5h 25m

$273

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Fri 1/9

6:30 pm-1:20 am

1 stop6h 50m

$144

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 4/9

11:20 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop14h 45m

$148

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Best time to book a flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Mexico City with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica (average of $121). Flying from Mexico City to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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 MEX to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Mexico City 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 December 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Mexico City to Costa Rica in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 75% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Mexico City to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Mexico City to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Mexico City to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Mexico City to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from Mexico City to Costa Rica. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

The most flights from MEX to CR0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How often are flights from Mexico City to Costa Rica delayed?

About 7% of weekly flights between Mexico City and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 108 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Mexico City to Costa Rica flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Mexico City to Costa Rica flights?

Over the last year, Avianca have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% of flights being delayed.

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 December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Volaris Costa Rica, Copa Airlines, and Aeromexico from Mexico City 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.
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

5.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Overall

7.8
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

5.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Overall

7.8
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,558 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

5.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Overall

7.8
Aeromexico
7.4
Good
1,643 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

5.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Overall

7.8
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,480 reviews
Volaris Costa Rica
7.8
Good
80 reviews

Comfort

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Food

5.8

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

5.2

Overall

7.8

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Benito Juarez. Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX) is just 5.5 mi from the center of the city.

  • How popular is this Mexico City to Costa Rica flight route?

    The Mexico City Benito Juarez to Costa Rica flight path was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica?

    Airlines like Volaris Costa Rica fly from Mexico City to Costa Rica in about 4h 13m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 1186 mi.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $133 on Volaris Costa Rica. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $143 and Copa Airlines from $155 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Mexico City to Costa Rica?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Mexico City to Costa Rica are AeroMexico Connect (100%), Avianca (93%) and Avianca Costa Rica (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Mexico City to Costa Rica?

    On average you can expect to pay $291 for a flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica. The cheapest flight overall is $144 while the most popular route, (Mexico City Benito Juarez - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $231.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Costa Rica?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica (average of $121). Flying from Mexico City to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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 Mexico City to Costa Rica

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Mexico City 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$183Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AeromexicoCheapest$206Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$237Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AviancaCheapest$240Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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