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$146+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 11/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SJO
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

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Mon 11/105:25 amCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 00mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/181:30 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/16$244
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Thu 12/48:33 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop16h 52mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/81:31 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop7h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$287
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/105:25 amCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 00mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/171:30 pmSJO - CMH
2 stops18h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$293
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/105:25 amCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 00mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/151:30 pmSJO - CMH
2 stops18h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Mon 12/88:33 pmCMH - SJO
1 stop16h 52mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/1412:22 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$321
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/105:25 amCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/187:22 amSJO - CMH
3 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$333
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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.
Tue 12/96:00 amCMH - SJO
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/1412:22 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$339
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 12/49:18 pmCMH - SJO
2 stops40h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/81:31 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop7h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/16:00 amCMH - LIR
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/78:35 amLIR - CMH
1 stop12h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/14$371
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/13:09 pmCMH - LIR
2 stops23h 12mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/71:21 pmLIR - CMH
2 stops8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$372
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Fri 11/287:00 amCMH - LIR
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/53:20 pmLIR - CMH
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/14$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/167:00 amCMH - LIR
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/222:00 pmLIR - CMH
1 stop9h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/16$507

Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Columbus to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated October 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$245
(Expedia)

One-way from

$146
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$437
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Mon 11/10

5:25 am-12:25 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

12:34 pm-3:23 pm

1 stop25h 49m

$350

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Mon 11/10

4:18 pm-12:25 pm

3 stops21h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/18

1:30 pm-8:47 am

2 stops18h 17m

$362

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Sat 11/1

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 55m

Liberia

Fri 11/7

8:35 am-10:12 pm

1 stop12h 37m

$371

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Mon 12/8

8:33 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop16h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/13

1:16 am-9:55 am

1 stop7h 39m

$395

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Mon 12/8

8:33 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop16h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/12

1:19 pm-1:44 pm

2 stops23h 25m

$400

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Wed 12/3

3:08 pm-11:42 am

3 stops21h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/5

1:31 pm-7:38 pm

3 stops29h 07m

$408

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

Fri 11/28

7:00 am-2:18 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Liberia

Fri 12/5

3:20 pm-12:55 am

1 stop8h 35m

$419

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Mon 11/3

5:25 am-12:25 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/10

1:30 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$422

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Wed 10/29

11:40 am-7:39 pm

1 stop9h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/10

11:28 pm-10:58 am

1 stop10h 30m

$436

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

Mon 11/10

4:18 pm-12:25 pm

3 stops21h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/18

7:22 am-8:47 am

3 stops24h 25m

$438

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Costa Rica

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica (average of $269). Flying from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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 CMH to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 October 16, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 33% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica?

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

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

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 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus Airport 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,097 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    Departing from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica will take you 7h 55m. Columbus Airport and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 2037 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica are Spirit Airlines ($146), Avianca ($198), and American Airlines ($209).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Costa Rica?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica (average of $269). Flying from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $415). 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 Columbus to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$269Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$374Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$415Average$614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$426Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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