$170+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) 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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated junio 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $384 (Trip.com) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $170 (JetBlue) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $658 |
Good round-trip deal | $710 or less |
Good one-way deal | $672 or less |
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Costa RicaExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
This Avianca Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
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Depart
Return
Price
San FranciscoSan José
SFO - SJO
SFOSJO
San Francisco
sáb. 9/6
6:00 am-7:28 am
2 stops24h 28m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
sáb. 9/13
2:37 pm-10:55 am
2 stops21h 18m
San FranciscoSan José
SFO - SJO
SFOSJO
San Francisco
lun. 8/18
9:25 pm-11:55 am
1 stop13h 30m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
mié. 8/27
12:55 pm-11:36 pm
1 stop11h 41m
San FranciscoSan José
SFO - SJO
SFOSJO
San Francisco
mar. 8/12
9:09 am-11:30 pm
1 stop13h 21m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
dom. 8/17
12:50 am-5:05 pm
1 stop17h 15m
San FranciscoSan José
SFO - SJO
SFOSJO
San Francisco
lun. 8/18
1:28 am-6:48 pm
1 stop16h 20m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
sáb. 8/23
10:05 am-11:40 pm
1 stop14h 35m
San FranciscoSan José
SFO - SJO
SFOSJO
San Francisco
mié. 7/23
2:20 pm-11:35 pm
1 stop8h 15m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
sáb. 8/2
6:10 am-11:55 pm
2 stops18h 45m
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO - LIR
SFOLIR
San Francisco
mar. 7/22
3:05 pm-6:20 am
2 stops14h 15m
Liberia
mar. 7/29
10:00 am-11:57 pm
1 stop14h 57m
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO - LIR
SFOLIR
San Francisco
lun. 7/14
4:30 pm-1:05 pm
1 stop19h 35m
Liberia
lun. 7/21
2:10 pm-9:45 am
1 stop20h 35m
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO - LIR
SFOLIR
San Francisco
lun. 7/7
5:05 pm-1:10 pm
2 stops19h 05m
Liberia
sáb. 7/19
2:30 pm-11:30 pm
1 stop10h 00m
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO - LIR
SFOLIR
San Francisco
lun. 6/16
7:55 pm-11:45 am
2 stops14h 50m
Liberia
mié. 6/18
12:45 pm-12:12 am
2 stops12h 27m
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO - LIR
SFOLIR
San Francisco
sáb. 7/26
2:45 pm-12:24 pm
2 stops44h 39m
Liberia
jue. 8/7
1:25 pm-5:15 pm
2 stops28h 50m
Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Costa Rica
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Costa Rica
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Costa Rica?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from San Francisco to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to CR?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 junio 12, 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Costa Rica in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 78% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Costa Rica?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Costa Rica
Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 junio 12, 2025.
The most flights from SFO 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).
Rainfall in Costa Rica by month
Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in Costa Rica by month
Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Costa Rica. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from San Francisco 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.
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Aaron,Oct 2024
LAX - LHR
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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Costa Rica
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 junio 12, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$267 | Average$527 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$344 | Average$506 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$363 | Average$597 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$378 | Average$505 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$392 | Average$694 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$419 | Average$700 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$471 | Average$722 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$488 | Average$776 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$604 | Average$855 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$769 | Average$1,244 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |