$157+ 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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SJO
Aug 7 — Aug 141
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 July 8, 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 July 8, 2026.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 10/2610:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop22h 51m
Copa Airlines
Thu 11/55:55 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 20m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/8![Copa Airlines logo]()
$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Sun 9/276:45 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop18h 12m
American Airlines
Thu 10/12:57 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops18h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$355
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 10/136:45 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop18h 15m
American Airlines
Tue 10/201:00 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop20h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/7![American Airlines logo]()
$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 10/267:15 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops15h 45m
American Airlines
Thu 11/57:00 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop17h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 11/1610:53 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops12h 46m
American Airlines
Sat 11/216:22 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops14h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$385
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 9/16:20 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops12h 17m
United Airlines
Sat 9/58:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7![United Airlines logo]()
$390
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Thu 9/244:30 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop20h 27m
American Airlines
Thu 10/12:57 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops18h 21m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/8![American Airlines logo]()
$393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 8/238:00 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 8/298:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop13h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7![United Airlines logo]()
$394
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Tue 10/133:07 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops19h 53m
GOL
Tue 10/206:00 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops13h 17m
GOL
Deal found 7/7![GOL logo]()
$397
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/2110:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 58m
Copa Airlines
Sat 8/295:55 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/8![Copa Airlines logo]()
$403
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 9/213:05 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops20h 54m
American Airlines
Thu 9/241:00 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop11h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/7![American Airlines logo]()
$405
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 9/2810:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop14h 52m
Copa Airlines
Sun 10/114:08 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 22m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/3![Copa Airlines logo]()
$408
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 July 8, 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 July 8, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 9/110:11 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop8h 26m
United Airlines
Sat 9/51:25 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7![United Airlines logo]()
$385
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 10/1110:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop19h 59m
Copa Airlines
Sun 10/256:05 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 22m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/3![Copa Airlines logo]()
$408
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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 9/177:59 pm
SAN
- LIR
2 stops22h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/268:40 am
LIR
- SAN
2 stops11h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$651
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 11/1610:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 07m
Copa Airlines
Fri 11/203:59 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 16m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/7![Copa Airlines logo]()
$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 8/2210:13 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop8h 24m
United Airlines
Fri 8/288:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7![United Airlines logo]()
$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 9/18:00 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 37m
United Airlines
Mon 9/78:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop13h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/5![United Airlines logo]()
$420
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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 8/1710:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop19h 59m
Copa Airlines
Mon 8/244:08 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 22m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/4![Copa Airlines logo]()
$438
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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 8/2310:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop19h 59m
Copa Airlines
Tue 9/16:17 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 13m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/4![Copa Airlines logo]()
$468
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 10/128:00 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 37m
United Airlines
Fri 10/161:25 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop8h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/3![United Airlines logo]()
$517
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 7/2310:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop14h 54m
Copa Airlines
Wed 8/54:08 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 22m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/5![Copa Airlines logo]()
$492
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 9/127:00 am
SAN
- LIR
2 stops11h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/198:40 am
LIR
- SAN
2 stops25h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$668
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 9/297:41 pm
SAN
- LIR
2 stops15h 29m
United Airlines
Wed 10/71:20 pm
LIR
- SAN
2 stops20h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/5![United Airlines logo]()
$534
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/910:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 58m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/166:17 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 13m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Copa Airlines logo]()
$536
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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 10/266:26 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops16h 56m
United Airlines
Thu 10/291:25 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop9h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/4![United Airlines logo]()
$545
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/510:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop19h 59m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/165:55 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Copa Airlines logo]()
$536
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/2412:01 pm
SAN
- LIR
1 stop23h 09m
United Airlines
Fri 8/281:20 pm
LIR
- SAN
1 stop9h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/8![United Airlines logo]()
$671
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 7/295:15 pm
SAN
- LIR
1 stop15h 35m
United Airlines
Tue 8/41:20 pm
LIR
- SAN
1 stop9h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7![United Airlines logo]()
$692
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 8/2512:01 pm
SAN
- LIR
1 stop23h 09m
United Airlines
Mon 8/311:20 pm
LIR
- SAN
1 stop9h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/3![United Airlines logo]()
$743
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 9/103:04 pm
SAN
- LIR
1 stop20h 06m
United Airlines
Fri 9/181:20 pm
LIR
- SAN
1 stop9h 04m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7![United Airlines logo]()
$746
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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 8/184:07 pm
SAN
- LIR
2 stops19h 03m
United Airlines
Tue 8/251:20 pm
LIR
- SAN
1 stop9h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/4![United Airlines logo]()
$770
Last-minute flights from San Diego to Costa RicaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Costa Rica. Data last updated July 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Costa Rica. Data last updated July 8, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 8/1010:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop19h 59m
Copa Airlines
Fri 8/144:08 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 22m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/5![Copa Airlines logo]()
$408
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/1710:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 19m
Copa Airlines
Fri 8/284:08 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 22m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Copa Airlines logo]()
$438
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/1710:45 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops14h 07m
American Airlines
Fri 8/281:29 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop21h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/6![American Airlines logo]()
$456
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/2110:00 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop11h 58m
Copa Airlines
Sat 8/295:55 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop25h 35m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/8![Copa Airlines logo]()
$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 8/2210:13 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop8h 24m
United Airlines
Fri 8/288:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop15h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7![United Airlines logo]()
$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 8/238:00 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 8/298:45 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop13h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7![United Airlines logo]()
$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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.
Sun 8/237:15 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops16h 11m
American Airlines
Tue 9/11:03 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops20h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/4![American Airlines logo]()
$425
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Sun 8/236:40 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop18h 12m
GOL
Sat 8/292:53 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops20h 27m
GOL
Deal found 7/7![GOL logo]()
$452
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 8/268:35 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 05m
Southwest
Wed 9/21:40 pm
SJO
- SAN
2 stops18h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/8![Southwest logo]()
$440
This Faresmojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Faresmojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/268:35 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop9h 05m
JetBlue
Wed 9/29:00 am
SJO
- SAN
1 stop10h 50m
JetBlue
Deal found 7/8![JetBlue logo]()
$446
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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.
Wed 8/261:38 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops21h 25m
GOL
Wed 9/26:00 am
SJO
- SAN
2 stops14h 54m
GOL
Deal found 7/8![GOL logo]()
$459
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/5. 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 8/2810:20 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop13h 06m
American Airlines
Sat 9/52:53 pm
SJO
- SAN
1 stop21h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/5![American Airlines logo]()
$432
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 July 8, 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 July 8, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 9/1510:46 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops13h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/7![American Airlines logo]()
$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 9/188:00 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop10h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7![United Airlines logo]()
$184
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/87:00 am
SAN
- SJO
1 stop24h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$186
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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.
Wed 7/299:41 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops11h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/7![American Airlines logo]()
$189
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 9/182:20 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$192
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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.
Thu 8/276:40 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops16h 46m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/6![American Airlines logo]()
$194
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/4. 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 8/242:23 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop22h 29m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/4![American Airlines logo]()
$203
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/7. 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 7/235:15 pm
SAN
- SJO
1 stop15h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/7![United Airlines logo]()
$205
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/149:56 pm
SAN
- SJO
2 stops33h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$206
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/267:00 am
SAN
- SJO
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$207
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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 8/1211:04 am
SAN
- LIR
2 stops18h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$240
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/6. 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.
Mon 8/2410:25 pm
SAN
- LIR
1 stop12h 35m
Delta
Deal found 7/6![Delta logo]()
$257
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 July 8, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $338 (Copa Airlines) |
One-way from | $157 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $667 |
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
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San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Tue 9/1
10:11 am-7:37 pm
1 stop8h 26m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 9/5
1:25 pm-9:25 pm
1 stop9h 00m
$385
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Sun 10/11
10:00 pm-6:59 pm
1 stop19h 59m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 10/25
6:05 pm-6:27 pm
1 stop25h 22m
$408
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Mon 11/16
10:00 pm-9:07 am
1 stop9h 07m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 11/20
3:59 am-5:15 pm
1 stop15h 16m
$408
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Sat 8/22
10:13 am-7:37 pm
1 stop8h 24m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 8/28
8:45 am-10:47 pm
1 stop15h 02m
$420
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Tue 9/1
8:00 am-7:37 pm
1 stop10h 37m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 9/7
8:45 am-8:45 pm
1 stop13h 00m
$420
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Mon 8/17
10:00 pm-6:59 pm
1 stop19h 59m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 8/24
4:08 am-6:30 pm
1 stop15h 22m
$438
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Sun 8/23
10:00 pm-6:59 pm
1 stop19h 59m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 9/1
6:17 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop25h 13m
$468
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Thu 7/23
10:00 pm-1:54 pm
1 stop14h 54m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 8/5
4:08 am-6:30 pm
1 stop15h 22m
$492
San DiegoSan José
SAN - SJO
SANSJO
San Diego
Mon 10/12
8:00 am-7:37 pm
1 stop10h 37m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 10/16
1:25 pm-9:24 pm
1 stop8h 59m
$517
San DiegoLiberia
SAN - LIR
SANLIR
San Diego
Tue 9/29
7:41 pm-12:10 pm
2 stops15h 29m
Liberia
Wed 10/7
1:20 pm-9:05 am
2 stops20h 45m
$534
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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 May is currently the most expensive (average of $292). 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.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Costa Rica?
Booking 16 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.
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 July 8, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Copa Airlines, andUnited 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.
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Overall
7.9
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$232 | Average$367 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$311 | Average$573 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$316 | Average$583 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$431 | Average$791 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$450 | Average$492 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time74% |