$184+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) 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 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SJO
Jun 16 — Jun 231
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Costa RicaExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 17, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 17, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/268:58 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 06m
Copa Airlines
Wed 9/910:03 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 27m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Copa Airlines logo]()
$398
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/262:20 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/94:35 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops17h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$408
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/128:58 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 12m
Copa Airlines
Wed 8/265:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop13h 45m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/14![Copa Airlines logo]()
$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Wed 5/277:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Tue 6/211:13 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12![United Airlines logo]()
$410
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/310:02 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 20m
American Airlines
Sat 11/146:22 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop19h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/16![American Airlines logo]()
$418
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3010:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 06m
Copa Airlines
Wed 8/58:12 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop11h 18m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Copa Airlines logo]()
$420
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/110:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 06m
Copa Airlines
Tue 7/75:55 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Copa Airlines logo]()
$421
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sat 8/2910:26 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop13h 00m
American Airlines
Fri 9/42:52 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops18h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/13![American Airlines logo]()
$425
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 5/266:15 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 22m
United Airlines
Wed 6/311:13 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$426
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/2910:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 06m
Copa Airlines
Sun 7/510:03 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 27m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/16![Copa Airlines logo]()
$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Mon 11/98:00 am
SAN
- LIR
1 stop8h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 11/1812:50 pm
LIR
- SAN
1 stop10h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12![United Airlines logo]()
$492
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Mon 8/3112:47 pm
SAN
- LIR
2 stops21h 40m
American Airlines
Sun 9/62:11 pm
LIR
- SAN
1 stop19h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/14![American Airlines logo]()
$502
Best flights from San Diego to Costa RicaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 17, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 17, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2710:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 00m
Copa Airlines
Mon 6/110:05 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Copa Airlines logo]()
$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Wed 5/277:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Tue 6/211:13 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12![United Airlines logo]()
$410
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/277:45 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops26h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 5/3112:53 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops19h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/17![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$513
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Thu 8/139:40 pm
SAN
- LIR
1 stop13h 20m
Delta
Mon 8/241:25 pm
LIR
- SAN
1 stop10h 35m
Delta
Deal found 5/14![Delta logo]()
$606
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 7/87:40 pm
SAN
- LIR
2 stops16h 30m
Southwest
Sat 7/112:30 pm
LIR
- SAN
2 stops17h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/12![Southwest logo]()
$737
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/2910:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 06m
Copa Airlines
Sun 7/510:03 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 27m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/16![Copa Airlines logo]()
$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Thu 5/217:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Wed 5/2711:13 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14![United Airlines logo]()
$467
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/28:58 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 12m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/165:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop13h 45m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/12![Copa Airlines logo]()
$440
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sun 5/317:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Fri 6/58:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$523
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2611:58 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 41m
United Airlines
Mon 6/87:55 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops12h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$523
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/17:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Fri 6/57:55 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops16h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$529
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 7/274:14 pm
SAN
- LIR
2 stops13h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/56:39 pm
LIR
- SAN
2 stops24h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$721
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Wed 5/277:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Mon 6/17:55 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop12h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$530
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/205:15 pm
SAN
- LIR
1 stop15h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 7/2711:10 am
LIR
- SAN
1 stop9h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$654
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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.
Mon 7/65:15 pm
SAN
- LIR
1 stop15h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 7/1411:10 am
LIR
- SAN
1 stop9h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12![United Airlines logo]()
$657
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Fri 6/2610:25 pm
SAN
- LIR
1 stop12h 28m
United Airlines
Mon 7/133:27 pm
LIR
- SAN
2 stops18h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$672
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sun 7/56:12 am
SAN
- LIR
2 stops26h 38m
United Airlines
Mon 7/1311:49 am
LIR
- SAN
1 stop22h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$705
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Fri 6/2610:25 pm
SAN
- LIR
1 stop12h 28m
United Airlines
Fri 7/1011:10 am
LIR
- SAN
2 stops22h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$727
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Fri 7/34:09 pm
SAN
- LIR
2 stops16h 41m
United Airlines
Sun 7/121:20 pm
LIR
- SAN
2 stops20h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14![United Airlines logo]()
$736
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/126:28 pm
SAN
- LIR
2 stops16h 42m
United Airlines
Wed 8/191:20 pm
LIR
- SAN
2 stops20h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$739
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sun 7/56:12 am
SAN
- LIR
2 stops26h 38m
United Airlines
Sun 7/1211:49 am
LIR
- SAN
1 stop11h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$750
Last-minute flights from San Diego to Costa RicaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Costa Rica. Data last updated May 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Costa Rica. Data last updated May 17, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/238:32 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop7h 58m
United Airlines
Mon 5/258:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop13h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$436
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/2410:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop8h 09m
Copa Airlines
Fri 5/2910:05 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 25m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Copa Airlines logo]()
$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 5/266:15 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 22m
United Airlines
Wed 6/311:13 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$426
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Wed 5/277:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Wed 6/38:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$410
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2711:45 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops19h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/34:35 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$463
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/287:41 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 34m
United Airlines
Mon 6/18:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17![United Airlines logo]()
$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Thu 5/2811:58 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 41m
United Airlines
Wed 6/311:13 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops12h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$447
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2811:58 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 41m
United Airlines
Fri 6/57:55 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops12h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$455
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2910:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 06m
Copa Airlines
Mon 6/110:05 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Copa Airlines logo]()
$409
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/310:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop8h 09m
Copa Airlines
Wed 6/108:14 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop11h 26m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Copa Airlines logo]()
$450
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/2910:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 06m
Copa Airlines
Sun 7/510:03 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 27m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/16![Copa Airlines logo]()
$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/295:15 pm
SAN
- LIR
1 stop15h 35m
United Airlines
Sat 7/41:03 pm
LIR
- SAN
1 stop21h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/16![United Airlines logo]()
$612
One-way flights from San Diego to Costa RicaSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 17, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 17, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 5/304:09 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop14h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$184
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Wed 5/274:09 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop14h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14![United Airlines logo]()
$189
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/2911:45 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops19h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/15![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$192
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/274:32 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops18h 18m
GOL
Deal found 5/13![GOL logo]()
$196
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Fri 5/224:09 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop14h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14![United Airlines logo]()
$204
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/296:40 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop12h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/16![Southwest logo]()
$205
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/37:00 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Fri 7/318:29 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops34h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$210
This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/317:00 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/13![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$213
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Thu 5/211:39 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop16h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13![United Airlines logo]()
$220
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:20 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops12h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17![United Airlines logo]()
$223
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/289:37 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops33h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$224
Find flight deals from San Diego to Costa Rica
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated May 17, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $398 (Copa Airlines) |
One-way from | $184 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $428 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 May 17, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Wed 5/27
10:00 pm-10:00 am
1 stop11h 00m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 6/1
10:05 am-6:40 pm
1 stop9h 35m
$409
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Wed 5/27
7:41 pm-7:15 am
1 stop10h 34m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 6/2
11:13 am-7:50 pm
1 stop9h 37m
$410
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Mon 6/29
10:00 pm-11:06 am
1 stop12h 06m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 7/5
10:03 am-6:30 pm
1 stop9h 27m
$429
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Sun 8/2
8:58 pm-7:10 am
1 stop9h 12m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 8/16
5:45 am-6:30 pm
1 stop13h 45m
$440
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Thu 5/21
7:41 pm-7:15 am
1 stop10h 34m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 5/27
11:13 am-7:50 pm
1 stop9h 37m
$467
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Wed 5/27
7:45 pm-11:33 pm
2 stops26h 48m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 5/31
12:53 am-7:23 pm
2 stops19h 30m
$513
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Sun 5/31
7:41 pm-7:15 am
1 stop10h 34m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 6/5
8:45 am-6:35 pm
1 stop10h 50m
$523
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Tue 5/26
11:58 am-10:39 pm
1 stop9h 41m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 6/8
7:55 am-7:51 pm
2 stops12h 56m
$523
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Mon 6/1
7:41 pm-7:15 am
1 stop10h 34m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 6/5
7:55 am-11:54 pm
2 stops16h 59m
$529
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Wed 5/27
7:41 pm-7:15 am
1 stop10h 34m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 6/1
7:55 am-7:50 pm
1 stop12h 55m
$530
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Costa Rica?
Booking 43 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Costa Rica. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Costa Rica?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Costa Rica (average of $136). Flying from San Diego to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $374). 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.
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 17, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andCopa Airlines from San Diego to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$279 | Average$348 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$311 | Average$572 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$327 | Average$560 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$346 | Average$560 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$418 | Average$594 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |