Costa Rica

$157+ Cheap flights from Portland (PDX) to Costa Rica

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PDX — SJO
may. 5 — may. 121
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Portland to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated abril 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Expedia
1 star

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$396
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$157
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$682
Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-Costa Rica flight deals.
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From Portland to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Portland to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Portland to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 30, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
jue. 5/2912:57 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop9h 49mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 6/71:06 amSJO - PDX
1 stop11h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$396
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
jue. 10/167:35 pmPDX - SJO
1 stop10h 40mUnited Airlines
dom. 10/198:37 amSJO - PDX
1 stop17h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$399
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/121:37 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops20h 56mMultiple Airlines
lun. 5/191:06 amSJO - PDX
1 stop16h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$401
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
mar. 5/275:40 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops16h 53mSpirit Airlines
dom. 6/112:28 pmSJO - PDX
2 stops25h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$408
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
vie. 5/303:30 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops13h 30mDelta
sáb. 6/77:25 amSJO - PDX
2 stops15h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/28$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
sáb. 9/66:45 pmPDX - SJO
2 stops13h 40mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/137:35 amSJO - PDX
1 stop16h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$420
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
lun. 6/22:52 pmPDX - LIR
1 stop14h 28mAlaska Airlines
mar. 6/1011:20 amLIR - PDX
1 stop10h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$469
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
lun. 6/211:49 pmPDX - LIR
2 stops12h 37mAmerican Airlines
mar. 6/103:40 pmLIR - PDX
2 stops18h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$473
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
mié. 10/229:45 pmPDX - LIR
1 stop13h 15mDelta
mié. 10/291:12 pmLIR - PDX
2 stops20h 52mDelta
Deal found 4/28$524
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
lun. 6/167:50 pmPDX - LIR
2 stops15h 20mUnited Airlines
jue. 6/2611:05 amLIR - PDX
1 stop12h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$542
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
sáb. 6/214:15 pmPDX - LIR
2 stops19h 50mSouthwest
vie. 6/272:10 pmLIR - PDX
2 stops20h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/28$558
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
lun. 6/1612:09 amPDX - LIR
2 stops12h 06mMultiple Airlines
jue. 6/263:40 pmLIR - PDX
2 stops15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$720

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 abril 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

jue. 5/29

12:57 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop9h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 6/7

1:06 am-11:52 am

1 stop11h 46m

$396

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

lun. 5/12

1:37 pm-11:33 am

2 stops20h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 5/19

1:06 am-4:24 pm

1 stop16h 18m

$401

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

lun. 6/2

3:42 pm-7:15 am

1 stop14h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 6/4

8:45 am-8:47 pm

1 stop13h 02m

$406

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

mar. 5/27

5:40 pm-11:33 am

2 stops16h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 6/1

12:28 pm-12:42 pm

2 stops25h 14m

$408

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

vie. 5/30

3:30 pm-6:00 am

2 stops13h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 6/7

7:25 am-10:20 pm

2 stops15h 55m

$414

PortlandSan José

PDX - SJO

PDXSJO

Portland

lun. 5/5

7:35 am-10:17 pm

1 stop13h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 5/7

1:50 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$453

PortlandLiberia

PDX - LIR

PDXLIR

Portland

lun. 6/2

10:30 am-6:20 am

1 stop18h 50m

Liberia

mar. 6/10

11:20 am-11:59 pm

1 stop13h 39m

$469

PortlandLiberia

PDX - LIR

PDXLIR

Portland

lun. 5/12

10:24 pm-11:45 am

1 stop12h 21m

Liberia

mié. 5/21

2:26 pm-10:24 am

2 stops20h 58m

$473

PortlandLiberia

PDX - LIR

PDXLIR

Portland

mié. 10/22

9:45 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop13h 15m

Liberia

mié. 10/29

1:12 pm-9:04 am

2 stops20h 52m

$524

PortlandLiberia

PDX - LIR

PDXLIR

Portland

sáb. 6/21

4:15 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops19h 50m

Liberia

vie. 6/27

2:10 pm-9:45 am

2 stops20h 35m

$558

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Deals found on 4/29

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Portland-Costa Rica flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Portland to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Portland with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Costa Rica

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Portland 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 PDX to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 abril 30, 2025.

When flying from Portland 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.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 abril 30, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Portland 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.

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    Portland (PDX) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Portland to Costa Rica. It is only a 6.0 mi journey to Portland (PDX) from Portland’s city center.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $157. Users have also found prices from $169 and $199 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Portland 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 7 airlines flying from Portland to Costa Rica

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 abril 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$325Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$390Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$409Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$429Average$642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$464Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$474Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$775Average$1,335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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