$171+ Cheap flights from San Jose, CA (SJC) 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.
SJC — SJO
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Costa RicaExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 24, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 24, 2026.
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/611:27 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop11h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/134:15 pm
SJO
- SJC
1 stop18h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$503
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1711:27 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop11h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/204:15 pm
SJO
- SJC
1 stop18h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$529
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sat 8/292:30 pm
SJC
- SJO
2 stops20h 37m
American Airlines
Fri 9/111:00 pm
SJO
- SJC
1 stop22h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22![American Airlines logo]()
$533
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2912:03 pm
SJC
- LIR
2 stops22h 26m
American Airlines
Fri 9/112:18 pm
LIR
- SJC
2 stops23h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/20![American Airlines logo]()
$537
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Tue 9/156:40 am
SJC
- SJO
2 stops11h 05m
Southwest
Thu 9/241:40 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops18h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$537
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Tue 10/207:20 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop11h 20m
Southwest
Tue 10/279:00 am
SJO
- SJC
2 stops12h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$544
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 10/268:45 am
SJC
- LIR
2 stops26h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 10/2911:50 am
LIR
- SJC
1 stop10h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23![United Airlines logo]()
$546
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Tue 9/152:36 pm
SJC
- SJO
2 stops21h 23m
American Airlines
Tue 9/222:57 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops20h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22![American Airlines logo]()
$547
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/410:50 pm
SJC
- LIR
1 stop12h 10m
Delta
Wed 10/71:25 pm
LIR
- SJC
2 stops27h 22m
Delta
Deal found 7/22![Delta logo]()
$551
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Tue 10/202:41 pm
SJC
- SJO
1 stop22h 19m
American Airlines
Tue 10/271:00 pm
SJO
- SJC
1 stop10h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22![American Airlines logo]()
$554
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/144:11 pm
SJC
- SJO
2 stops20h 49m
American Airlines
Tue 10/203:01 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops22h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/20![American Airlines logo]()
$555
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 8/297:30 pm
SJC
- SJO
2 stops15h 05m
Southwest
Fri 9/111:40 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops18h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$557
Best flights from San Jose to Costa RicaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Jose to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Jose to Costa Rica that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 10/186:00 am
SJC
- SJO
2 stops12h 40m
Southwest
Sun 11/12:10 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops19h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$557
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/291:10 pm
SJC
- SJO
2 stops21h 39m
Delta
Fri 9/111:19 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops20h 43m
Delta
Deal found 7/20![Delta logo]()
$563
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 10/102:14 pm
SJC
- LIR
2 stops52h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/139:16 am
LIR
- SJC
2 stops24h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$606
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sun 1/104:00 pm
SJC
- LIR
1 stop22h 08m
United Airlines
Thu 1/2112:50 pm
LIR
- SJC
1 stop10h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23![United Airlines logo]()
$677
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 1/185:05 pm
SJC
- SJO
2 stops17h 40m
Delta
Sat 1/238:25 am
SJO
- SJC
1 stop9h 50m
Delta
Deal found 7/19![Delta logo]()
$563
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 10/317:30 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop11h 10m
Southwest
Sun 11/151:20 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops20h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$565
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Thu 9/176:00 am
SJC
- SJO
2 stops11h 45m
Southwest
Sun 9/2012:35 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops20h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$575
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/311:38 am
SJC
- SJO
2 stops23h 20m
Delta
Thu 11/52:23 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops25h 50m
Delta
Deal found 7/24![Delta logo]()
$603
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/18. 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 10/242:14 pm
SJC
- LIR
2 stops52h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/279:16 am
LIR
- SJC
2 stops24h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/18![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$671
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Thu 1/149:00 am
SJC
- LIR
2 stops25h 55m
United Airlines
Thu 1/212:01 pm
LIR
- SJC
2 stops25h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23![United Airlines logo]()
$701
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/298:05 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Fri 9/111:40 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops18h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$601
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/83:45 pm
SJC
- LIR
2 stops17h 35m
Delta
Sun 1/173:25 pm
LIR
- SJC
2 stops26h 50m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$611
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Sat 10/248:45 am
SJC
- LIR
2 stops26h 25m
United Airlines
Tue 10/2711:50 am
LIR
- SJC
1 stop10h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$701
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/188:55 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Tue 8/259:00 am
SJO
- SJC
2 stops12h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21![Southwest logo]()
$617
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/131:50 pm
SJC
- LIR
2 stops21h 40m
Delta
Fri 1/153:25 pm
LIR
- SJC
2 stops26h 50m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$654
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Wed 11/117:15 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop13h 00m
Delta
Mon 11/167:00 am
SJO
- SJC
1 stop17h 58m
Delta
Deal found 7/22![Delta logo]()
$670
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 1/48:30 pm
SJC
- SJO
2 stops13h 50m
Southwest
Tue 1/121:50 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops20h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$685
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/15:05 pm
SJC
- SJO
1 stop12h 00m
Delta
Tue 1/127:05 am
SJO
- SJC
2 stops13h 43m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$675
Last-minute flights from San Jose to Costa RicaDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Jose to Costa Rica. Data last updated July 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Jose to Costa Rica. Data last updated July 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/142:30 pm
SJC
- SJO
2 stops20h 56m
American Airlines
Fri 8/212:56 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops20h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/19![American Airlines logo]()
$579
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/167:14 pm
SJC
- LIR
2 stops17h 24m
American Airlines
Sun 8/302:15 pm
LIR
- SJC
2 stops22h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/19![American Airlines logo]()
$763
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/192:30 pm
SJC
- SJO
1 stop22h 22m
American Airlines
Thu 9/31:07 pm
SJO
- SJC
1 stop10h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/20![American Airlines logo]()
$570
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2212:42 pm
SJC
- LIR
2 stops21h 47m
American Airlines
Sat 8/292:15 pm
LIR
- SJC
2 stops22h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/20![American Airlines logo]()
$758
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2310:20 pm
SJC
- SJO
1 stop12h 29m
Delta
Fri 9/41:14 pm
SJO
- SJC
1 stop10h 44m
Delta
Deal found 7/20![Delta logo]()
$558
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/2310:20 pm
SJC
- SJO
1 stop12h 29m
Delta
Sat 9/51:14 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops22h 29m
Delta
Deal found 7/20![Delta logo]()
$563
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/242:30 pm
SJC
- SJO
1 stop22h 22m
American Airlines
Mon 9/212:57 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops23h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/19![American Airlines logo]()
$582
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/266:00 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop30h 52m
American Airlines
Wed 9/22:56 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops20h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/19![American Airlines logo]()
$575
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Thu 8/276:37 pm
SJC
- LIR
2 stops16h 33m
United Airlines
Mon 8/311:20 pm
LIR
- SJC
2 stops24h 48m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23![United Airlines logo]()
$731
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Sat 8/292:30 pm
SJC
- SJO
2 stops20h 37m
American Airlines
Fri 9/111:00 pm
SJO
- SJC
1 stop22h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22![American Airlines logo]()
$533
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/2912:03 pm
SJC
- LIR
2 stops22h 26m
American Airlines
Fri 9/112:18 pm
LIR
- SJC
2 stops23h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/20![American Airlines logo]()
$537
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 8/297:30 pm
SJC
- SJO
2 stops15h 05m
Southwest
Fri 9/111:40 pm
SJO
- SJC
2 stops18h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$557
One-way flights from San Jose to Costa RicaSearch for one-way flight options from San Jose to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Jose to Costa Rica. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/611:27 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop11h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$171
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1011:27 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop11h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$184
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2011:27 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop11h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$218
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Wed 11/112:22 pm
SJC
- SJO
3 stops33h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$242
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/228:55 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Tue 9/229:03 pm
SJC
- SJO
3 stops38h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$253
This Volaris deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Volaris is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/411:27 am
SJC
- SJO
1 stop11h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$256
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 10/106:30 am
SJC
- SJO
2 stops12h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$258
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Wed 9/96:00 am
SJC
- SJO
2 stops28h 54m
Delta
Deal found 7/21![Delta logo]()
$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Tue 8/44:00 pm
SJC
- SJO
2 stops17h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$268
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Mon 8/36:37 pm
SJC
- LIR
1 stop19h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/31:46 pm
SJC
- LIR
2 stops21h 14m
Delta
Deal found 7/20![Delta logo]()
$309
Find flight deals from San Jose to Costa Rica
Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Jose to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated July 24, 2026.
Round-trip from | $533 (American Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $171 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $598 |
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Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Sun 10/18
6:00 am-7:40 pm
2 stops12h 40m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 11/1
2:10 pm-7:45 am
2 stops19h 35m
$557
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Sat 8/29
1:10 pm-11:49 am
2 stops21h 39m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 9/11
1:19 pm-9:02 am
2 stops20h 43m
$563
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Mon 1/18
5:05 pm-12:45 pm
2 stops17h 40m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 1/23
8:25 am-4:15 pm
1 stop9h 50m
$563
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Sat 10/31
7:30 am-7:40 pm
1 stop11h 10m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 11/15
1:20 pm-7:35 am
2 stops20h 15m
$565
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Thu 9/17
6:00 am-6:45 pm
2 stops11h 45m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 9/20
12:35 pm-7:55 am
2 stops20h 20m
$575
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Sat 8/29
8:05 am-6:00 pm
1 stop8h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 9/11
1:40 pm-7:15 am
2 stops18h 35m
$601
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Tue 11/3
11:38 am-12:58 pm
2 stops23h 20m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 11/5
2:23 pm-2:13 pm
2 stops25h 50m
$603
San JoseLiberia
SJC - LIR
SJCLIR
San Jose
Sat 10/10
2:14 pm-7:51 pm
2 stops52h 37m
Liberia
Tue 10/13
9:16 am-9:07 am
2 stops24h 51m
$606
San JoseLiberia
SJC - LIR
SJCLIR
San Jose
Fri 1/8
3:45 pm-11:20 am
2 stops17h 35m
Liberia
Sun 1/17
3:25 pm-4:15 pm
2 stops26h 50m
$611
Quickest round-trip
San JoseSan José
SJC - SJO
SJCSJO
San Jose
Tue 8/18
8:55 am-6:40 pm
1 stop8h 45m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 8/25
9:00 am-8:30 pm
2 stops12h 30m
$617
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose, California to Costa Rica?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose, California to Costa Rica (average of $406). Flying from San Jose, California to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,004). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
How often are flights from San Jose to Costa Rica delayed?
About 50% of weekly flights between San Jose and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 55 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Jose to Costa Rica flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning 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?
Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Jose, California to Costa Rica?
The best time to book flights from San Jose, California to Costa Rica is 57 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Costa Rica. Reviews last updated July 24, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from San Jose to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$224 | Average$518 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$267 | Average$563 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$453 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$352 | Average$663 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$416 | Average$611 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$483 | Average$805 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |