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$228+ Cheap flights from Palm Springs (PSP) 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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PSP — SJO
Feb 1 — Feb 81
Sun 2/1
Sun 2/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Palm Springs to Costa Rica

Best flights from Palm Springs to Costa Rica
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Palm Springs to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated January 2, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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 2/111:10 pmPSP - SJO
2 stops19h 14mAmerican Airlines
Thu 2/1911:24 amSJO - PSP
2 stops14h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/1$486
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 3/56:00 amPSP - SJO
1 stop10h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/158:40 amSJO - PSP
1 stop12h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$491
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/3111:25 amPSP - LIR
1 stop25h 20mAir Canada
Wed 2/43:45 pmLIR - PSP
1 stop20h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 12/30$521
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Tue 2/247:41 amPSP - SJO
2 stops14h 26mAlaska Airlines
Thu 2/261:27 amSJO - PSP
2 stops33h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/31$534
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/297:05 amPSP - SJO
2 stops15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/33:00 pmSJO - PSP
2 stops24h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1$565
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 1/275:15 amPSP - LIR
1 stop8h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/74:53 pmLIR - PSP
1 stop18h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$501
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Tue 3/37:41 amPSP - SJO
2 stops14h 26mAlaska Airlines
Fri 3/131:28 amSJO - PSP
2 stops32h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/31$553
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Tue 3/37:41 amPSP - SJO
2 stops14h 26mAlaska Airlines
Thu 3/121:28 amSJO - PSP
2 stops32h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/31$553
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 3/47:41 amPSP - SJO
2 stops14h 26mAlaska Airlines
Thu 3/121:28 amSJO - PSP
2 stops32h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/31$562
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/317:26 pmPSP - LIR
2 stops44h 35mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/411:20 amLIR - PSP
2 stops30h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/30$563
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Fri 3/67:41 amPSP - SJO
2 stops14h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 3/171:03 amSJO - PSP
2 stops15h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/31$581
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Fri 3/67:41 amPSP - SJO
2 stops14h 26mAlaska Airlines
Fri 3/131:28 amSJO - PSP
2 stops32h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/31$581
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 3/77:41 amPSP - SJO
2 stops14h 26mAlaska Airlines
Fri 3/131:28 amSJO - PSP
2 stops21h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/31$587

Find flight deals from Palm Springs to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Palm Springs to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated January 2, 2026.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$485
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$228
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$720
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Palm Springs 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 January 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Palm Springs to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Wed 2/11

1:10 pm-10:24 am

2 stops19h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

11:24 am-11:26 pm

2 stops14h 02m

$486

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Thu 3/5

6:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop10h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/15

8:40 am-8:14 pm

1 stop12h 34m

$491

Palm SpringsLiberia

PSP - LIR

PSPLIR

Palm Springs

Tue 1/27

5:15 am-4:08 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Liberia

Sat 2/7

4:53 pm-9:35 am

1 stop18h 42m

$501

Palm SpringsLiberia

PSP - LIR

PSPLIR

Palm Springs

Sat 1/31

11:25 am-2:45 pm

1 stop25h 20m

Liberia

Wed 2/4

3:45 pm-10:39 am

1 stop20h 54m

$521

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Tue 2/24

7:41 am-12:07 am

2 stops14h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

1:27 am-8:35 am

2 stops33h 08m

$534

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Tue 3/3

7:41 am-12:07 am

2 stops14h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/13

1:28 am-8:35 am

2 stops32h 07m

$553

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Tue 3/3

7:41 am-12:07 am

2 stops14h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/12

1:28 am-8:35 am

2 stops32h 07m

$553

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Wed 3/4

7:41 am-12:07 am

2 stops14h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/12

1:28 am-8:35 am

2 stops32h 07m

$562

Palm SpringsLiberia

PSP - LIR

PSPLIR

Palm Springs

Sat 1/31

7:26 pm-6:01 pm

2 stops44h 35m

Liberia

Wed 2/4

11:20 am-3:54 pm

2 stops30h 34m

$563

Palm SpringsSan José

PSP - SJO

PSPSJO

Palm Springs

Sun 3/29

7:05 am-11:35 pm

2 stops15h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/3

3:00 pm-2:43 pm

2 stops24h 43m

$565

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Deals found on 12/31

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Best time to book a flight from Palm Springs to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Palm Springs to Costa Rica

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Palm Springs to Costa Rica (average of $139). Flying from Palm Springs to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 January 2, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines and American Airlines from Palm Springs to Costa Rica. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,132 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

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??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,132 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,132 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

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??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,074 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,132 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

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 Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs to Costa Rica?

    Palm Springs (PSP) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Palm Springs to Costa Rica. It is only a 2.2 mi journey to Palm Springs (PSP) from Palm Springs’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Palm Springs to Costa Rica?

    Airlines like American Airlines, United Airlines, and Air Canada fly from Palm Springs to Costa Rica in about 10h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 04m. The distance from Palm Springs to Costa Rica is about 2623 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs to Costa Rica?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Palm Springs to Costa Rica (average of $139). Flying from Palm Springs to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 Palm Springs to Costa Rica

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Palm Springs 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 January 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$333Average$665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$460Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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