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$165+ 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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SJO
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sam. 10/11
sam. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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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 septembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$165
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$513
From Columbus to Costa Rica
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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 septembre 11, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
lun. 11/35:00 amCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 30mSpirit Airlines
mar. 11/111:19 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$259
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
lun. 10/65:00 amCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 10/167:30 amSJO - CMH
1 stop7h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$260
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
dim. 10/195:00 amCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
sam. 10/257:30 amSJO - CMH
1 stop9h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$279
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
lun. 10/205:00 amCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
sam. 10/257:30 amSJO - CMH
1 stop9h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$281
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mer. 9/245:15 amCMH - SJO
1 stop7h 59mMultiple Airlines
dim. 9/287:30 amSJO - CMH
1 stop8h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$282
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 10/45:15 amCMH - SJO
1 stop7h 59mSpirit Airlines
jeu. 10/3012:35 pmSJO - CMH
1 stop21h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$286
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
mer. 9/245:15 amCMH - SJO
1 stop7h 59mSpirit Airlines
sam. 9/2712:19 pmSJO - CMH
2 stops17h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$295
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 10/35:15 amCMH - SJO
1 stop7h 59mSpirit Airlines
sam. 11/111:37 amSJO - CMH
2 stops47h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$303
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
sam. 10/255:00 amCMH - SJO
1 stop8h 30mSpirit Airlines
mar. 10/2812:35 pmSJO - CMH
2 stops17h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$304
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mar. 9/165:15 amCMH - SJO
1 stop7h 59mMultiple Airlines
mar. 9/307:30 amSJO - CMH
1 stop11h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$305
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 10/197:05 amCMH - LIR
1 stop6h 55mDelta
mer. 10/221:25 pmLIR - CMH
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Deal found 9/11$375
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
dim. 10/197:55 pmCMH - LIR
2 stops17h 50mAmerican Airlines
mer. 10/2212:45 pmLIR - CMH
2 stops20h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$379

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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 septembre 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

lun. 10/6

5:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jeu. 10/16

7:30 am-5:16 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$260

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

lun. 10/20

5:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sam. 10/25

7:30 am-6:38 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$279

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

sam. 10/4

5:15 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jeu. 10/30

12:35 pm-11:58 am

1 stop21h 23m

$286

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

sam. 10/25

5:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 10/28

12:35 pm-7:37 am

2 stops17h 02m

$306

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

ven. 10/3

8:03 pm-11:14 am

1 stop17h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sam. 11/1

11:37 am-12:23 pm

1 stop22h 46m

$316

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

lun. 11/3

5:00 am-12:30 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 11/10

12:22 pm-8:15 am

1 stop18h 53m

$316

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

ven. 10/31

6:21 pm-10:41 am

1 stop18h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dim. 11/2

1:35 pm-11:58 am

1 stop21h 23m

$323

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

mer. 10/8

8:42 am-11:30 am

2 stops28h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mer. 10/15

12:35 pm-11:58 am

1 stop21h 23m

$323

ColumbusSan José

CMH - SJO

CMHSJO

Columbus

mar. 9/16

5:15 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 9/30

12:19 pm-7:29 am

2 stops17h 10m

$327

ColumbusLiberia

CMH - LIR

CMHLIR

Columbus

dim. 10/19

6:05 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Liberia

mer. 10/22

1:25 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$375

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Costa Rica

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 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 septembre 11, 2025.

When flying from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 septembre 11, 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
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
8,023 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 American Airlines ($174), Spirit Airlines ($191), and United Airlines ($192).

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Columbus Airport 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 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 septembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$264Average$378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$311Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$371Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$430Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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