Costa Rica

$162+ Cheap flights from Phoenix 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 6/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SJO
May 23 — May 301
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Cheap flight deals from Phoenix to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Phoenix to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 23, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/13:26 pm
PHX
-
LIR
2 stops19h 01m
American Airlines
Fri 9/182:10 pm
LIR
-
PHX
2 stops19h 20m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$403
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/1610:00 pm
PHX
-
LIR
1 stop14h 10m
American Airlines
Sat 5/232:19 pm
LIR
-
PHX
1 stop18h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$428
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1312:30 am
PHX
-
LIR
1 stop11h 00m
American Airlines
Fri 12/251:27 pm
LIR
-
PHX
1 stop11h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$436
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/3011:50 am
PHX
-
SJO
2 stops19h 29m
Frontier
Sun 6/79:35 am
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop26h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 4/22$438
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/125:45 am
PHX
-
LIR
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Fri 5/152:10 pm
LIR
-
PHX
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 4/18$439
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 4/299:21 am
PHX
-
SJO
2 stops11h 15m
American Airlines
Wed 5/66:30 am
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop10h 27m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/22$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 5/167:05 pm
PHX
-
SJO
1 stop9h 25m
United Airlines
Sat 5/231:00 pm
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop11h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/18$440
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 12/19:30 am
PHX
-
LIR
1 stop8h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 12/158:35 am
LIR
-
PHX
2 stops15h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/20$441
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 5/97:05 pm
PHX
-
SJO
1 stop9h 25m
United Airlines
Sat 5/166:00 am
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop13h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/22$441
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/46:10 am
PHX
-
SJO
1 stop15h 28m
American Airlines
Sun 7/1211:41 pm
SJO
-
PHX
2 stops13h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/21$442
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Fri 5/2911:30 pm
PHX
-
SJO
2 stops35h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/89:35 am
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop25h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$443
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sun 4/2611:59 pm
PHX
-
SJO
1 stop10h 26m
American Airlines
Sat 5/26:30 am
SJO
-
PHX
1 stop16h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/19$444

Find flight deals from Phoenix to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Phoenix to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated April 23, 2026.

Round-trip from

$403
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$162
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$537
From Phoenix to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Phoenix to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix 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 April 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/12

11:55 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops11h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/15

9:00 am-9:25 pm

2 stops13h 25m

$533

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/27

4:12 pm-10:11 am

1 stop16h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/3

8:45 am-6:39 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$546

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/28

4:12 pm-10:11 am

1 stop16h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/5

7:55 am-5:40 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$546

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/16

1:25 pm-5:30 am

2 stops15h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/26

12:30 am-9:59 pm

2 stops22h 29m

$551

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/27

4:12 pm-10:11 am

1 stop16h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/12

8:45 am-10:10 am

1 stop26h 25m

$554

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 5/9

4:39 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops18h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/16

7:55 am-8:48 am

2 stops25h 53m

$566

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 6/1

10:06 am-10:11 am

2 stops23h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/8

12:30 am-5:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$566

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/13

7:05 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops23h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/18

1:25 pm-12:38 pm

2 stops24h 13m

$566

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 5/1

4:39 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops18h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/8

7:55 am-11:47 pm

2 stops16h 52m

$581

PhoenixSan José

PHX - SJO

PHXSJO

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 5/1

4:39 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops18h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/30

12:30 am-8:30 pm

2 stops21h 00m

$581

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Phoenix to Costa Rica?

The price you pay for your flight from Phoenix to Costa Rica may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 68 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Costa Rica (average of $164). Flying from Phoenix to Costa Rica in May is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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 April 23, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Phoenix 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.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Phoenix to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Phoenix to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $533, Southwest can have you in Costa Rica from Phoenix in 11h 15m. The distance between Phoenix and Costa Rica is about 2392 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $146 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $150 and $150, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Costa Rica (average of $164). Flying from Phoenix to Costa Rica in May is currently the most expensive (average of $346). 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 6 airlines flying from Phoenix to Costa Rica

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix 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 April 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$325Average$589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
GOLCheapest$326Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
American AirlinesCheapest$333Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$338Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$354Average$591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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