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$171+ Cheap flights from Sacramento (SMF) 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 6/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SJO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Costa Rica

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$307
(Priceline)

One-way from

$171
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$512
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2710:41 amSMF - SJO
2 stops23h 52mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/312:28 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops22h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$307
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2710:41 amSMF - SJO
2 stops23h 52mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/33:31 pmSJO - SMF
1 stop9h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$325
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/278:30 pmSMF - SJO
1 stop9h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/38:45 amSJO - SMF
1 stop11h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$424
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/276:13 amSMF - SJO
1 stop15h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/311:59 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops13h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$428
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/910:40 pmSMF - SJO
1 stop12h 13mDelta
Tue 10/211:13 pmSJO - SMF
1 stop10h 43mDelta
Deal found 4/30$444
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/286:20 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops28h 26mAlaska Airlines
Sun 6/81:06 amSJO - SMF
2 stops32h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$446
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/106:15 amSMF - SJO
2 stops11h 40mSouthwest
Wed 10/221:00 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops19h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$496
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/205:30 amSMF - LIR
1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/248:45 amLIR - SMF
1 stop11h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$497
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/305:34 pmSMF - LIR
2 stops17h 11mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/52:25 pmLIR - SMF
2 stops20h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$516
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/305:00 pmSMF - LIR
2 stops19h 10mSouthwest
Tue 7/82:10 pmLIR - SMF
2 stops18h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$591
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 6/15:00 amSMF - LIR
2 stops24h 20mAlaska Airlines
Thu 6/511:20 amLIR - SMF
2 stops25h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$607
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/127:18 pmSMF - LIR
2 stops15h 42mDelta
Wed 10/221:25 pmLIR - SMF
2 stops25h 42mDelta
Deal found 4/30$736

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Sacramento

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/27

10:41 am-11:33 am

2 stops23h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/3

12:28 pm-9:46 am

2 stops22h 18m

$307

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/27

10:41 am-11:33 am

2 stops23h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/3

3:31 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$325

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/27

8:30 pm-7:15 am

1 stop9h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/3

8:45 am-7:38 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$424

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/27

6:13 am-10:17 pm

1 stop15h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/3

11:59 pm-12:07 pm

2 stops13h 08m

$428

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/9

10:40 pm-11:53 am

1 stop12h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/23

1:13 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop10h 43m

$444

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/28

6:20 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops28h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/8

1:06 am-8:35 am

2 stops32h 29m

$446

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/10

6:15 am-6:55 pm

2 stops11h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/22

1:00 pm-7:55 am

2 stops19h 55m

$496

SacramentoLiberia

SMF - LIR

SMFLIR

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/20

5:30 am-2:23 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Liberia

Sat 5/24

8:45 am-7:38 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$497

SacramentoLiberia

SMF - LIR

SMFLIR

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/30

5:34 pm-11:45 am

2 stops17h 11m

Liberia

Thu 6/5

2:25 pm-10:08 am

2 stops20h 43m

$516

SacramentoLiberia

SMF - LIR

SMFLIR

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/30

5:00 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops19h 10m

Liberia

Tue 7/8

2:10 pm-7:40 am

2 stops18h 30m

$591

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Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Costa Rica

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sacramento to Costa Rica as you normally would.

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 May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Sacramento to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,293 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Costa Rica?

    If you book a flight to Costa Rica from Sacramento, you will be flying from Sacramento Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Sacramento Intl (SMF) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Sacramento.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $171. Delta flights start at $233 while deals on United Airlines start at $236 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Sacramento 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 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Costa Rica

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$326Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$380Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$435Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$471Average$724FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$508Average$690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$534Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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