Costa Rica

$172+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SJO
Jan 17 — Jan 241
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Salinas to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2911:54 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop11h 07mJetBlue
Thu 1/82:05 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop12h 03mJetBlue
Deal found 12/17$447
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3012:10 amSFO - LIR
1 stop11h 20mDelta
Tue 1/132:05 pmLIR - SFO
1 stop11h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/16$451
This AOBTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 AOBTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3111:59 pmSFO - LIR
1 stop10h 56mJetBlue
Thu 1/82:00 pmLIR - SFO
1 stop12h 08mJetBlue
Deal found 12/17$478
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:20 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/92:58 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop24h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$480
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/311:20 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/137:45 amSJO - SFO
2 stops31h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$482
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/315:15 pmSFO - LIR
2 stops18h 15mDelta
Thu 1/82:45 pmLIR - SFO
1 stop11h 02mDelta
Deal found 12/17$495
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/311:20 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/122:58 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop24h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$498
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/311:20 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/117:45 amSJO - SFO
2 stops31h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$513
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2311:59 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop14h 27mJetBlue
Sat 1/35:31 pmSJO - SFO
1 stop17h 58mJetBlue
Deal found 12/16$516
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/311:20 pmSFO - SJO
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/1412:33 pmSJO - SFO
2 stops26h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$517
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Tue 12/1612:36 amSFO - SJO
1 stop19h 30mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/245:49 amSJO - SFO
1 stop19h 28mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$523
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:30 amSFO - LIR
1 stop27h 25mJetBlue
Sun 1/112:15 pmLIR - SFO
1 stop21h 25mJetBlue
Deal found 12/16$554

Find flight deals from Salinas to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$375
(Expedia)

One-way from

$172
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$930
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Salinas to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Salinas to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($123 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

8:37 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop14h 18m

Liberia

Thu 1/29

2:00 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop11h 29m

$375

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop28h 50m

Liberia

Sat 1/17

12:15 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop13h 14m

$394

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

8:45 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop16h 05m

Liberia

Wed 3/25

12:40 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop11h 32m

$417

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Sat 1/10

7:30 am-6:01 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Liberia

Sat 1/17

6:11 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop6h 59m

$425

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Sat 2/21

9:24 pm-5:58 pm

1 stop18h 34m

Liberia

Sat 3/7

6:12 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop6h 53m

$430

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

9:24 pm-6:45 am

1 stop31h 21m

Liberia

Fri 2/27

7:08 pm-9:33 am

1 stop16h 25m

$437

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Tue 3/10

9:24 pm-4:58 pm

1 stop18h 34m

Liberia

Mon 3/16

6:08 pm-7:31 am

1 stop14h 23m

$438

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

10:26 pm-5:58 pm

1 stop17h 32m

Liberia

Thu 3/5

8:05 am-4:30 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$438

San FranciscoLiberia

SFO - LIR

SFOLIR

San Francisco

Sat 1/3

11:59 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop10h 56m

Liberia

Mon 1/12

1:40 pm-12:05 am

1 stop12h 25m

$439

San FranciscoSan José

SFO - SJO

SFOSJO

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

6:00 am-12:07 am

1 stop16h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

1:27 am-4:44 pm

2 stops17h 17m

$440

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Costa Rica

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Costa Rica (average of $219). Flying from Salinas to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $408). 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 S9N to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 December 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Salinas to Costa Rica is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Salinas to Costa Rica?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Salinas to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from Salinas to Costa Rica. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

The most flights from S9N to CR0 are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from Salinas 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.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas 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 popular is this Salinas to Costa Rica flight route?

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Salinas to Costa Rica in 8h 31m. Fly via JetBlue or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 2946 mi between Salinas and Costa Rica. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Salinas to Costa Rica are Frontier ($146), Avianca ($169), and Alaska Airlines ($172).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Costa Rica?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,194 for a flight from Salinas to Costa Rica. The cheapest flight overall is $561 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) is currently priced at $331.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Costa Rica (average of $219). Flying from Salinas to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $408). 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 9 airlines flying from Salinas to Costa Rica

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Salinas 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$315Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$316Average$745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$324Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$344Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$346Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$350Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SouthwestCheapest$380Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$385Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AeromexicoCheapest$952Average$1,238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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