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$184+ 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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — SJO
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sacramento to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$395
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$184
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$531
From Sacramento Intl to Costa Rica
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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 September 17, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/138:11 amSMF - SJO
2 stops14h 27mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/181:55 amSJO - SMF
2 stops16h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$381
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1212:05 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops34h 33mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/171:55 amSJO - SMF
2 stops19h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$395
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/168:11 amSMF - SJO
2 stops14h 27mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/171:55 amSJO - SMF
2 stops16h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$400
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/127:15 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops51h 23mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/161:55 amSJO - SMF
2 stops32h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$403
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/138:11 amSMF - SJO
2 stops14h 27mAlaska Airlines
Fri 11/141:55 amSJO - SMF
2 stops32h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$416
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 9/278:35 amSMF - SJO
3 stops21h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/111:37 amSJO - SMF
2 stops21h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$420
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/107:09 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops27h 29mAlaska Airlines
Thu 11/131:55 amSJO - SMF
2 stops31h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$421
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/158:11 amSMF - SJO
2 stops38h 27mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/181:55 amSJO - SMF
2 stops16h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$425
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1212:05 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops34h 33mAlaska Airlines
Fri 11/141:55 amSJO - SMF
2 stops32h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$430
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/138:11 amSMF - SJO
2 stops14h 27mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/191:55 amSJO - SMF
2 stops16h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$431
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/142:35 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops32h 03mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/181:55 amSJO - SMF
2 stops16h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$438
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/18:33 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops13h 52mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/2612:35 pmSJO - SMF
1 stop11h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$442

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Sacramento

Fly to

Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/10

7:09 pm-12:38 am

2 stops27h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/13

1:55 am-7:34 am

2 stops31h 39m

$421

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/15

8:11 am-12:38 am

2 stops38h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/18

1:55 am-4:20 pm

2 stops16h 25m

$425

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/18

6:45 am-10:07 pm

1 stop13h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/3

7:00 am-11:00 pm

1 stop18h 00m

$442

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Tue 11/4

8:33 pm-11:25 am

2 stops12h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/26

12:35 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$442

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/10

10:29 pm-12:19 pm

1 stop11h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/14

6:22 am-4:42 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$442

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/1

8:33 pm-11:25 am

2 stops13h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/25

2:20 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$442

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/14

8:33 pm-11:25 am

2 stops12h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/24

9:40 am-7:41 pm

1 stop12h 01m

$442

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sun 11/2

5:30 am-8:39 pm

1 stop13h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/26

12:35 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$442

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Sat 11/15

7:09 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops15h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

2:31 pm-10:34 am

2 stops22h 03m

$446

SacramentoSan José

SMF - SJO

SMFSJO

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/1

10:28 pm-12:19 pm

1 stop11h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/8

6:20 am-10:51 pm

2 stops18h 31m

$446

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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 $554). 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 September 17, 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.

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 September 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Sacramento to Costa Rica. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $442, Alaska Airlines can have you in Costa Rica from Sacramento in 12h 52m. The distance between Sacramento and Costa Rica is about 3038 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $201. United Airlines flights start at $205 while deals on American Airlines start at $240 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 $554). 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$164Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$268Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$429Average$619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$433Average$652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$551Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$563Average$687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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