$172+ 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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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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 December 23, 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 December 23, 2025.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/23. 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.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Costa Rica
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated December 23, 2025.
Most accurate provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | CheapOair 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $375 (JetBlue) |
One-way from | $172 (JetBlue) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $927 |
Good round-trip deal | $344 or less |
Good one-way deal | $191 or less |
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San FranciscoLiberia
SFO - LIR
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San Francisco
Sun 1/18
11:59 pm-12:40 pm
1 stop10h 41m
Liberia
Sat 1/24
12:15 pm-11:28 pm
1 stop13h 13m
San FranciscoSan José
SFO - SJO
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Wed 2/4
12:42 am-4:48 pm
1 stop14h 06m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 2/15
5:50 am-11:20 pm
1 stop19h 30m
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO - LIR
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Sun 1/11
11:43 pm-12:40 pm
1 stop10h 57m
Liberia
Sat 1/31
11:45 am-12:22 am
1 stop14h 37m
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO - LIR
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Tue 1/13
8:29 pm-2:50 pm
1 stop16h 21m
Liberia
Mon 1/19
3:55 pm-11:10 am
1 stop21h 15m
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO - LIR
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Mon 1/12
2:30 pm-6:01 pm
2 stops25h 31m
Liberia
Sat 1/24
6:11 pm-11:10 pm
Nonstop6h 59m
San FranciscoSan José
SFO - SJO
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Sun 3/1
12:54 am-4:46 pm
2 stops13h 52m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 3/17
5:50 am-11:40 pm
1 stop18h 50m
San FranciscoSan José
SFO - SJO
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Mon 3/2
12:54 am-7:01 pm
1 stop16h 07m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 3/12
9:17 am-11:40 pm
2 stops15h 23m
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO - LIR
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Sat 1/31
7:30 am-6:01 pm
1 stop8h 31m
Liberia
Sat 2/7
6:11 pm-11:10 pm
Nonstop6h 59m
San FranciscoSan José
SFO - SJO
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Mon 2/23
10:39 pm-1:00 pm
1 stop12h 21m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 3/5
2:05 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop11h 53m
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO - LIR
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Sat 1/17
11:59 pm-1:10 pm
1 stop11h 11m
Liberia
Sat 1/24
8:35 am-5:50 pm
1 stop11h 15m
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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Costa Rica (average of $219). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 December 23, 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Francisco to Costa Rica in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% 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 Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings 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 December 23, 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).
How often are flights from San Francisco to Costa Rica delayed?
About 14% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 95 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Costa Rica flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Costa Rica flights?
Over the last year, Alaska Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.
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 23, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Costa Rica, such as Alaska Airlines, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Top 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to Costa Rica
Discover the top 9 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 December 23, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$345 | Average$556 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$364 | Average$546 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$370 | Average$750 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$374 | Average$535 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$375 | Average$646 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$459 | Average$845 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$529 | Average$641 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$544 | Average$817 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$952 | Average$1,210 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |