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$136+ 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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEX — SJO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Round-trip from

$246
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$136
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$251

Good round-trip deal

$208 or less

Good one-way deal

$185 or less
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2010:50 amMEX - SJO
Nonstop3h 02mVolaris Costa Rica
Thu 5/222:48 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop2h 57mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 4/30$246
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/1211:20 pmMEX - SJO
1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/192:48 pmSJO - MEX
Nonstop2h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$249
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 5/2012:55 pmMEX - SJO
Nonstop2h 55mAvianca
Thu 5/2210:10 amSJO - MEX
1 stop12h 50mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$266
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/81:40 amMEX - SJO
1 stop6h 40mCopa Airlines
Fri 5/92:29 pmSJO - MEX
1 stop9h 46mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$277
This Aeromexico deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Aeromexico is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/238:30 pmMEX - SJO
Nonstop3h 15mAeromexico
Fri 7/117:45 amSJO - MEX
Nonstop3h 15mAeromexico
Deal found 4/30$284

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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Mexico City to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Mexico City

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 5/20

10:50 am-1:52 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/22

2:48 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 57m

$246

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 6/12

12:55 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/19

2:48 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop2h 57m

$249

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 5/20

12:55 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/21

1:55 am-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$266

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 6/23

8:30 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/11

7:45 am-11:00 am

Nonstop3h 15m

$284

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 6/23

2:00 am-1:54 pm

1 stop11h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/30

10:57 am-10:00 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$293

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Thu 5/29

8:45 am-10:11 am

2 stops25h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/5

1:30 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$893

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 5/27

10:50 am-1:52 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$136

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Mon 5/12

12:55 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

$141

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Wed 5/7

8:00 pm-11:11 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$430

Mexico CitySan José

MEX - SJO

MEXSJO

Mexico City Benito Juarez

Tue 5/6

2:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$475

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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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Mexico City 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 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 May 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Mexico City to Costa Rica at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, 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 Tuesday evenings 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from MEX to CR0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, Aeromexico and United Airlines from Mexico City to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,317 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

LIM - PTY

you go security buy an expensive bottle of water to take on the plane and then you have to go to another security point where they confiscate your water, the planes left on time and arrived on time. excellent food was mostly tasteless and overheated, no entertainment. wifi was glitchy.

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 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • 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 $136 on Volaris Costa Rica. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $141 and Aeromexico from $430 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 LATAM Airlines (99%), Air France (96%) and Aeromexico (95%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $256 for a flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica. The cheapest flight overall is $135 while the most popular route, (Mexico City Benito Juarez - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $237.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Mexico City to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Mexico City 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 5 airlines flying from Mexico City to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VolarisCheapest$96Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$116Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$162Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$182Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
AeromexicoCheapest$191Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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