$213+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Costa Rica
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SJO
Nov 24 — Dec 11
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 October 25, 2026.
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 October 25, 2026.
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Tue 12/111:25 am -
2 stops24h 45m
Thu 12/103:10 pm -
1 stop26h 30m
Deal found 10/21![Air Canada logo]()
$576
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Sat 12/51:45 pm -
2 stops21h 49m
Thu 12/102:40 pm -
1 stop24h 07m
Deal found 10/23![Porter Airlines logo]()
$578
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Wed 12/24:40 pm -
2 stops19h 40m
Sun 12/63:10 pm -
1 stop32h 20m
Deal found 10/20![Air Canada logo]()
$579
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/154:40 pm -
1 stop19h 30m
Thu 11/193:10 pm -
1 stop24h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$590
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Sun 11/158:25 am -
1 stop27h 45m
Thu 11/193:10 pm -
1 stop32h 20m
Deal found 10/20![Air Canada logo]()
$592
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/299:59 pm -
1 stop31h 13m
Wed 1/138:33 am -
1 stop15h 16m
Deal found 10/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$593
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/126:30 am -
2 stops29h 40m
Wed 11/183:10 pm -
1 stop32h 20m
Deal found 10/22![Air Canada logo]()
$596
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 12/49:00 pm -
1 stop15h 04m
Sat 12/124:40 pm -
1 stop19h 24m
Deal found 10/21![JetBlue logo]()
$597
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/51:45 pm -
2 stops21h 49m
Sat 12/125:55 pm -
1 stop20h 52m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$600
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2511:57 pm -
1 stop9h 08m
Mon 12/2812:20 pm -
2 stops21h 19m
Deal found 10/20![Frontier logo]()
$669
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/147:14 pm -
3 stops26h 45m
Thu 11/194:15 pm -
2 stops27h 20m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$672
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Fri 11/271:45 pm -
1 stop32h 05m
Mon 12/76:53 am -
2 stops39h 15m
Deal found 10/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$673
Best flights from San Francisco to Costa RicaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 25, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 25, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 1/166:18 am -
1 stop12h 13m
Mon 2/88:33 am -
1 stop15h 16m
Deal found 10/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$542
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/49:00 pm -
1 stop15h 05m
Wed 1/134:35 pm -
1 stop19h 18m
Deal found 10/21![JetBlue logo]()
$597
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 1/1812:45 am -
1 stop10h 25m
Wed 1/271:00 pm -
1 stop11h 55m
Deal found 10/24![United Airlines logo]()
$619
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 1/101:00 pm -
2 stops21h 35m
Sat 1/305:40 pm -
2 stops27h 07m
Deal found 10/22![Delta logo]()
$643
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
Fri 11/138:50 pm -
2 stops13h 15m
Sat 11/211:05 pm -
2 stops13h 20m
Deal found 10/24![Southwest logo]()
$655
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/1312:33 am -
1 stop28h 29m
Tue 11/175:55 pm -
1 stop25h 30m
Deal found 10/20![Copa Airlines logo]()
$727
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/37:55 pm -
2 stops13h 05m
Sat 4/101:30 pm -
1 stop10h 57m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,073
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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.
Fri 1/228:40 am -
1 stop9h 51m
Sat 1/306:23 pm -
Nonstop7h 04m
Deal found 10/24![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$579
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/412:45 am -
1 stop10h 25m
Thu 12/101:00 pm -
1 stop11h 58m
Deal found 10/23![United Airlines logo]()
$619
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 1/94:07 pm -
1 stop26h 24m
Sat 1/166:23 pm -
Nonstop7h 04m
Deal found 10/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$584
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 1/184:15 pm -
2 stops18h 20m
Mon 2/81:50 pm -
2 stops24h 50m
Deal found 10/21![Delta logo]()
$643
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 1/154:07 pm -
1 stop26h 24m
Sat 2/66:23 pm -
Nonstop7h 04m
Deal found 10/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$623
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Tue 11/34:55 pm -
2 stops18h 20m
Fri 11/62:10 pm -
2 stops21h 15m
Deal found 10/20![Southwest logo]()
$852
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/112:45 am -
1 stop10h 37m
Wed 12/99:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 10/23![United Airlines logo]()
$879
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/187:36 pm -
1 stop14h 43m
Tue 12/16:08 pm -
1 stop25h 17m
Deal found 10/23![Copa Airlines logo]()
$987
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/97:20 pm -
1 stop25h 45m
Wed 11/111:46 am -
1 stop19h 24m
Deal found 10/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$798
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sun 11/2912:08 am -
Nonstop6h 24m
Tue 12/88:45 am -
1 stop12h 02m
Deal found 10/22![United Airlines logo]()
$884
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Wed 12/26:41 pm -
1 stop16h 41m
Mon 12/79:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 10/22![United Airlines logo]()
$904
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 12/3112:08 am -
Nonstop6h 24m
Sun 1/108:45 am -
1 stop17h 45m
Deal found 10/24![United Airlines logo]()
$999
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/312:12 pm -
1 stop20h 48m
Fri 4/91:30 pm -
2 stops24h 15m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,517
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
Sat 1/27:52 pm -
1 stop24h 08m
Mon 1/118:45 am -
1 stop13h 24m
Deal found 10/22![United Airlines logo]()
$1,017
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/312:12 pm -
1 stop20h 48m
Sun 4/114:55 pm -
2 stops19h 00m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,572
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 11/2711:59 pm -
1 stop9h 26m
Mon 12/79:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 10/20![United Airlines logo]()
$1,069
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 11/1712:08 am -
Nonstop6h 24m
Tue 12/12:25 pm -
1 stop18h 55m
Deal found 10/24![United Airlines logo]()
$1,099
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 11/1112:08 am -
Nonstop6h 24m
Sun 11/229:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 10/21![United Airlines logo]()
$1,139
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to Costa RicaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Costa Rica. Data last updated October 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Costa Rica. Data last updated October 25, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/1011:47 pm -
3 stops21h 53m
Mon 11/167:45 pm -
3 stops28h 44m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$680
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/1111:47 pm -
2 stops22h 12m
Sun 11/154:15 pm -
2 stops34h 05m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$681
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/128:25 am -
1 stop27h 45m
Tue 11/173:10 pm -
1 stop32h 20m
Deal found 10/22![Air Canada logo]()
$596
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Fri 11/136:00 pm -
2 stops16h 05m
Sat 11/213:45 pm -
2 stops18h 05m
Deal found 10/20![Southwest logo]()
$606
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/134:40 pm -
1 stop19h 30m
Thu 11/193:10 pm -
1 stop22h 00m
Deal found 10/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$607
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/147:14 pm -
3 stops26h 45m
Thu 11/194:15 pm -
2 stops27h 20m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$672
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/1411:47 pm -
3 stops31h 03m
Tue 11/174:15 pm -
2 stops32h 14m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$679
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Sun 11/154:40 pm -
1 stop19h 30m
Thu 11/193:10 pm -
1 stop32h 20m
Deal found 10/21![Air Canada logo]()
$576
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/154:40 pm -
1 stop19h 30m
Thu 11/193:10 pm -
1 stop24h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$590
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/275:04 pm -
1 stop17h 07m
Thu 12/33:19 pm -
1 stop10h 10m
Deal found 10/22![American Airlines logo]()
$619
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
Fri 11/271:45 pm -
1 stop32h 05m
Mon 12/76:53 am -
2 stops39h 15m
Deal found 10/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$673
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/309:11 pm -
2 stops14h 46m
Tue 12/86:53 am -
2 stops12h 41m
Deal found 10/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$678
One-way flights from San Francisco to Costa RicaSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 25, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 25, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/18:55 pm -
2 stops15h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/23![Southwest logo]()
$213
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2912:20 am -
1 stop11h 56m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Frontier logo]()
$242
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/3111:59 pm -
1 stop9h 06m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/22![Frontier logo]()
$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/92:22 pm -
3 stops33h 03m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/24![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$255
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 1/44:02 pm -
1 stop13h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$255
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Sun 1/106:18 am -
1 stop12h 13m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/312:54 pm -
1 stop29h 37m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/25![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$259
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Sat 1/912:59 pm -
1 stop29h 32m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
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$260
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Thu 1/2812:54 pm -
1 stop29h 37m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$265
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Tue 12/111:25 am -
2 stops24h 45m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Air Canada logo]()
$275
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 11/2610:31 pm -
1 stop30h 33m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/24![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$277
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
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2 stops19h 40m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 10/21![Air Canada logo]()
$278
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 October 25, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $542 (Alaska Airlines) |
One-way from | $213 (Southwest) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $755 |
Good round-trip deal | $748 or less |
Good one-way deal | $299 or less |
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San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Sat 1/16
6:18 am-8:31 pm
1 stop12h 13m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$255
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Sat 12/5
1:45 pm-1:34 pm
2 stops21h 49m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$280
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Fri 1/15
9:00 pm-2:05 pm
1 stop15h 05m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$282
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Fri 12/4
9:25 pm-12:00 pm
1 stop12h 35m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$282
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Sat 11/28
8:20 pm-1:50 pm
2 stops15h 30m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$288
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Sat 12/5
11:59 pm-12:45 pm
1 stop10h 46m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$293
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Sun 11/15
8:45 pm-1:50 pm
2 stops15h 05m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$293
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Sat 11/28
6:00 am-3:54 pm
1 stop7h 54m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$303
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Fri 1/22
1:35 pm-11:10 am
2 stops19h 35m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$303
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Thu 1/7
12:40 am-12:35 pm
1 stop9h 55m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$303
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Costa Rica
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Costa Rica?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Costa Rica (average of $564). Flying from San Francisco to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $957). 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 October 25, 2026.
When flying from San Francisco to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
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 103 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Costa Rica flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday 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, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Costa Rica?
Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco 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 October 25, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Costa Rica, such as Alaska Airlines,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
8.5
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Crew
8.5
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Crew
8.5
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Crew
8.5
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Crew
8.5
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Crew
8.5
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
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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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated October 25, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$234 | Average$536 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$285 | Average$583 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$952 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$325 | Average$708 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$326 | Average$701 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$331 | Average$718 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$342 | Average$645 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$400 | Average$796 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$539 | Average$682 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |