Costa Rica

$297+ Cheap flights from Monterey (MRY) 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 12/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MRY — SJO
Nov 22 — Nov 291
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Cheapest flights from Monterey to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Monterey to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 23, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Sat 11/154:26 pmMRY - LIR
2 stops17h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/143:20 pmLIR - MRY
2 stops20h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/23$544
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/116:12 amMRY - LIR
2 stops10h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/218:35 amLIR - MRY
2 stops27h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$685
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Tue 11/186:00 amMRY - SJO
2 stops12h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/252:20 pmSJO - MRY
2 stops22h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$690
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/155:00 amMRY - LIR
1 stop9h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/149:30 amLIR - MRY
1 stop14h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/23$706
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Wed 11/196:00 amMRY - SJO
2 stops12h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/242:20 pmSJO - MRY
2 stops22h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$710
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1511:14 amMRY - LIR
3 stops17h 06mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/148:31 amLIR - MRY
2 stops16h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/23$800
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 11/2010:27 amMRY - SJO
2 stops22h 58mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/272:20 pmSJO - MRY
2 stops22h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/23$819
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 12/2010:32 amMRY - SJO
1 stop17h 53mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/199:40 amSJO - MRY
1 stop14h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/23$1,419
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/206:00 amMRY - SJO
2 stops13h 56mCopa Airlines
Mon 1/195:56 pmSJO - MRY
2 stops29h 22mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/21$1,523
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Sat 12/207:18 pmMRY - SJO
2 stops13h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/191:34 pmSJO - MRY
2 stops21h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/23$1,586
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 12/296:00 amMRY - SJO
2 stops15h 15mAvianca
Fri 1/25:45 amSJO - MRY
2 stops18h 14mAvianca
Deal found 10/23$1,969
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2110:32 amMRY - SJO
2 stops11h 08mAvianca
Sun 12/285:45 amSJO - MRY
2 stops18h 14mAvianca
Deal found 10/21$1,970

Cheap flight deals from Monterey to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Monterey to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated October 23, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$544
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$297
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$569
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From Monterey Regional to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Monterey Regional to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($131 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($35 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025

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

Fly from

Monterey

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MontereyLiberia

MRY - LIR

MRYLIR

Monterey Regional

Sat 11/15

1:11 pm-12:18 pm

2 stops21h 07m

Liberia

Sun 12/14

1:25 pm-9:22 am

2 stops21h 57m

$544

MontereySan José

MRY - SJO

MRYSJO

Monterey Regional

Mon 3/9

12:29 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop8h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

12:01 am-11:49 am

1 stop12h 48m

$590

MontereyLiberia

MRY - LIR

MRYLIR

Monterey Regional

Thu 12/11

6:12 am-6:37 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Liberia

Sun 12/21

8:35 am-10:29 am

2 stops27h 54m

$685

MontereySan José

MRY - SJO

MRYSJO

Monterey Regional

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-8:39 pm

2 stops12h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/26

2:20 pm-10:33 am

2 stops22h 13m

$690

MontereyLiberia

MRY - LIR

MRYLIR

Monterey Regional

Sat 11/15

7:50 am-7:31 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Liberia

Sun 12/14

9:30 am-9:59 pm

1 stop14h 29m

$706

MontereyLiberia

MRY - LIR

MRYLIR

Monterey Regional

Sat 11/15

11:14 am-6:20 am

3 stops17h 06m

Liberia

Sun 12/14

8:31 am-11:29 pm

2 stops16h 58m

$800

MontereyLiberia

MRY - LIR

MRYLIR

Monterey Regional

Sun 12/14

4:23 pm-2:19 pm

2 stops19h 56m

$297

MontereyLiberia

MRY - LIR

MRYLIR

Monterey Regional

Wed 12/17

5:05 am-2:40 pm

2 stops31h 35m

$310

MontereyLiberia

MRY - LIR

MRYLIR

Monterey Regional

Tue 12/16

2:33 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops26h 04m

$310

MontereyLiberia

MRY - LIR

MRYLIR

Monterey Regional

Mon 12/15

7:00 am-1:10 pm

2 stops28h 10m

$310

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Deals found on 10/21

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Best time to book a flight from Monterey to Costa Rica

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Monterey to Costa Rica

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Monterey to Costa Rica (average of $247). Flying from Monterey to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $445). 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 October 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Monterey to Costa Rica, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Monterey to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Monterey Regional. Monterey Regional (MRY) is just 3.2 mi from the center of the city.

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

    American Airlines can get you from Monterey to Costa Rica in just under 21h 07m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance between Monterey and Costa Rica is about 2885 mi.

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

    $297 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Avianca, with prices starting from $310 and $749, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Monterey to Costa Rica (average of $247). Flying from Monterey to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $445). 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 Monterey to Costa Rica

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Monterey 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 October 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$458Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$555Average$750FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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