$226+ 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 1/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SJO
Oct 10 — Oct 171
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 September 10, 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 September 10, 2026.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/311:10 pm -
1 stop11h 47m
Wed 10/142:05 pm -
1 stop11h 02m
Deal found 9/5![JetBlue logo]()
$484
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2610:35 pm -
1 stop13h 25m
Thu 12/34:40 pm -
1 stop19h 24m
Deal found 9/10![JetBlue logo]()
$510
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/198:47 am -
1 stop10h 04m
Wed 10/212:05 pm -
1 stop11h 02m
Deal found 9/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$530
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2610:35 pm -
1 stop13h 25m
Thu 12/311:22 am -
1 stop11h 59m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$532
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/711:32 pm -
1 stop13h 48m
Sun 12/204:40 pm -
1 stop19h 00m
Deal found 9/10![JetBlue logo]()
$536
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1211:10 pm -
1 stop12h 48m
Fri 11/610:00 am -
1 stop30h 40m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$541
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/137:52 pm -
1 stop22h 59m
Tue 10/202:05 pm -
1 stop11h 02m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$544
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/411:10 pm -
1 stop11h 47m
Sat 10/102:05 pm -
1 stop11h 02m
Deal found 9/10![JetBlue logo]()
$547
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Mon 10/128:47 am -
1 stop10h 04m
Wed 11/410:00 am -
1 stop9h 21m
Deal found 9/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$558
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Mon 10/127:27 am -
1 stop11h 24m
Fri 11/610:00 am -
1 stop26h 28m
Deal found 9/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$567
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1611:25 pm -
1 stop12h 35m
Sun 11/227:14 pm -
2 stops23h 25m
Deal found 9/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$573
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/18:25 am -
1 stop27h 55m
Thu 12/103:10 pm -
1 stop32h 20m
Deal found 9/5![Air Canada logo]()
$574
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 September 10, 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 September 10, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 1/308:33 am -
1 stop13h 02m
Deal found 9/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$574
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/112:45 am -
1 stop10h 25m
Sun 11/89:25 am -
Nonstop6h 54m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$630
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/211:30 pm -
1 stop11h 30m
Fri 10/91:00 pm -
1 stop11h 56m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$640
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/411:10 pm -
1 stop11h 47m
Sun 10/112:05 pm -
1 stop11h 02m
Deal found 9/5![JetBlue logo]()
$662
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/297:55 pm -
2 stops15h 50m
Fri 10/29:00 am -
2 stops15h 10m
Deal found 9/6![Southwest logo]()
$735
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 2/264:55 pm -
1 stop12h 50m
Sun 3/77:35 pm -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 9/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$574
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/96:50 pm -
2 stops15h 45m
Sat 1/1612:35 pm -
1 stop12h 04m
Deal found 9/5![Delta logo]()
$645
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 2/910:13 am -
1 stop8h 18m
Sun 2/147:35 pm -
1 stop15h 25m
Deal found 9/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$599
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 10/2012:45 am -
1 stop17h 52m
Wed 10/288:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$743
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/22:00 pm -
1 stop15h 45m
Tue 3/1610:00 am -
2 stops14h 39m
Deal found 9/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$621
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 10/258:48 am -
1 stop9h 51m
Thu 11/59:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$743
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/218:40 am -
1 stop9h 51m
Wed 1/278:33 am -
2 stops13h 30m
Deal found 9/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$621
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 9/235:40 am -
2 stops12h 05m
Wed 9/309:00 am -
2 stops15h 20m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$876
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/912:12 pm -
Nonstop6h 18m
Sat 1/166:23 pm -
Nonstop7h 04m
Deal found 9/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$626
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 10/3112:08 am -
Nonstop6h 24m
Tue 11/109:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$795
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/298:25 pm -
1 stop8h 40m
Fri 1/82:10 pm -
2 stops24h 35m
Deal found 9/5![Delta logo]()
$953
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 1/2112:08 am -
Nonstop6h 24m
Wed 2/109:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$819
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 2/255:00 am -
1 stop11h 16m
Thu 3/49:40 am -
Nonstop7h 05m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$823
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 11/1412:26 pm -
1 stop15h 59m
Wed 12/99:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$823
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/1610:40 pm -
1 stop11h 35m
Fri 1/229:40 am -
Nonstop7h 02m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$907
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1612:08 am -
Nonstop6h 24m
Tue 12/12:25 pm -
1 stop19h 05m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$954
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 2/2712:08 am -
Nonstop6h 24m
Sun 3/79:40 am -
Nonstop7h 05m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$969
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to Costa RicaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Costa Rica. Data last updated September 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Costa Rica. Data last updated September 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/285:05 pm -
2 stops18h 40m
Mon 10/51:30 pm -
2 stops12h 15m
Deal found 9/7![Southwest logo]()
$714
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/311:10 pm -
1 stop11h 47m
Wed 10/142:05 pm -
1 stop11h 02m
Deal found 9/5![JetBlue logo]()
$484
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/411:10 pm -
1 stop11h 47m
Sat 10/102:05 pm -
1 stop11h 02m
Deal found 9/10![JetBlue logo]()
$547
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1211:10 pm -
1 stop12h 48m
Sat 11/74:30 pm -
1 stop19h 10m
Deal found 9/7![JetBlue logo]()
$510
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/1211:10 pm -
1 stop12h 48m
Fri 11/610:00 am -
1 stop30h 40m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$541
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Mon 10/127:27 am -
1 stop11h 24m
Mon 11/210:00 am -
1 stop11h 10m
Deal found 9/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$558
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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.
Mon 10/127:27 am -
1 stop11h 24m
Fri 11/610:00 am -
1 stop26h 28m
Deal found 9/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$567
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/137:52 pm -
1 stop22h 59m
Tue 10/202:05 pm -
1 stop11h 02m
Deal found 9/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$544
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/131:25 pm -
1 stop29h 26m
Tue 10/209:16 am -
2 stops25h 07m
Deal found 9/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$584
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/198:47 am -
1 stop10h 04m
Wed 10/212:05 pm -
1 stop11h 02m
Deal found 9/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$530
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/262:00 pm -
1 stop22h 10m
Thu 10/292:10 pm -
1 stop32h 20m
Deal found 9/5![Air Canada logo]()
$579
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2711:45 pm -
1 stop12h 15m
Mon 11/210:00 am -
1 stop10h 10m
Deal found 9/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$532
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 September 10, 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 September 10, 2026.
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/49:00 pm -
1 stop13h 58m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![JetBlue logo]()
$226
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/318:55 pm -
2 stops14h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/7![Southwest logo]()
$227
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sun 11/18:50 pm -
2 stops13h 30m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$238
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/297:11 pm -
2 stops40h 04m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$239
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1111:10 pm -
1 stop12h 48m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![JetBlue logo]()
$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/27:30 pm -
2 stops27h 55m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$247
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1311:32 pm -
1 stop13h 48m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![JetBlue logo]()
$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3011:17 am -
2 stops23h 58m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$254
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sat 10/36:25 pm -
2 stops17h 20m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/9![Southwest logo]()
$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/107:25 pm -
2 stops39h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$262
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/210:00 am -
1 stop19h 12m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$263
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$268
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 September 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $484 (JetBlue) |
One-way from | $226 (JetBlue) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $786 |
Good round-trip deal | $749 or less |
Good one-way deal | $369 or less |
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Depart
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San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Mon 1/4
9:00 pm-12:58 pm
1 stop13h 58m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$226
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Sat 10/3
11:10 pm-11:57 am
1 stop11h 47m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$226
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Sat 10/3
6:25 pm-12:45 pm
2 stops17h 20m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$258
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Fri 10/2
8:40 pm-12:45 pm
2 stops15h 05m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$273
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Sat 1/2
10:20 am-6:34 pm
Nonstop6h 14m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$300
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Fri 10/2
4:10 pm-12:00 pm
1 stop18h 50m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$304
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Wed 1/13
8:40 am-8:31 pm
1 stop9h 51m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$304
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Wed 10/21
11:30 pm-11:35 am
1 stop11h 05m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$304
San FranciscoSan José
SFO San Francisco - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
SFOSJO
San Francisco
Mon 3/1
11:00 am-11:57 pm
1 stop10h 57m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$318
San FranciscoLiberia
SFO San Francisco - LIR Liberia
SFOLIR
San Francisco
Tue 12/22
11:59 pm-11:24 am
1 stop9h 25m
Liberia
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-10:00 pm
Nonstop0h 00m
$326
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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 $565). Flying from San Francisco to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $910). 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 September 10, 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 15% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 101 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?
Tuesday 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 15% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Costa Rica?
Booking 59 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 September 10, 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
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentFranzi,Mar 2026
SFO - PDX
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.0
Food
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
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$188 | Average$699 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$234 | Average$543 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$280 | Average$537 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$337 | Average$610 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$337 | Average$698 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$338 | Average$760 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$353 | Average$730 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$415 | Average$778 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$539 | Average$682 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |