Costa Rica

$150+ Cheap flights from San Juan 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 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJU — SJO
Jul 3 — Jul 101
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Cheap flight deals from San Juan to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from San Juan to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Juan to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 3, 2026.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/186:35 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop16h 15m
Avianca
Wed 9/231:50 am
SJO
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SJU
1 stop13h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 6/3$345
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 9/46:16 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop16h 03m
Copa Airlines
Sun 9/138:12 am
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop6h 02m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/2$352
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/46:35 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop16h 15m
Avianca
Mon 7/131:50 am
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop7h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 6/1$360
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Sat 11/216:17 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop16h 50m
Copa Airlines
Wed 11/252:45 pm
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop5h 32m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/2$362
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Wed 7/13:06 am
SJU
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SJO
1 stop7h 14m
Frontier
Thu 7/99:35 am
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop7h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 6/2$364
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/196:35 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop16h 15m
Avianca
Mon 6/221:50 am
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop7h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 6/2$365
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/246:35 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop16h 15m
Avianca
Wed 7/291:50 am
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop13h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 5/29$370
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Thu 8/65:34 am
SJU
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SJO
1 stop13h 15m
Copa Airlines
Sun 8/95:45 am
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop8h 29m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/29$372
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/264:40 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop28h 10m
Avianca
Wed 7/12:00 pm
SJO
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SJU
1 stop23h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 6/2$373
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Thu 9/36:16 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop14h 54m
Copa Airlines
Fri 9/116:17 pm
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop19h 57m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/31$379
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/86:35 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop7h 20m
Avianca
Mon 7/134:00 pm
SJO
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SJU
1 stop17h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 5/30$380
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Mon 6/296:17 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop16h 04m
Copa Airlines
Thu 7/212:06 pm
SJO
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SJU
1 stop8h 23m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/31$382

Find flight deals from San Juan to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Juan to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated June 3, 2026.

Round-trip from

$345
(Avianca)

One-way from

$150
(Avianca)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$351
From San Juan to Costa Rica
One-way flight from San Juan to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($40 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Juan to Costa Rica that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Juan to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Sun 9/6

6:16 pm-7:10 am

1 stop14h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/12

6:17 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop19h 57m

$352

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Fri 9/4

6:16 pm-7:10 am

1 stop14h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/6

4:08 am-4:14 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$352

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Fri 8/7

6:17 pm-8:19 am

1 stop16h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/11

4:08 am-4:14 pm

1 stop10h 06m

$352

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Fri 10/9

6:16 pm-8:19 am

1 stop16h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/18

10:03 am-10:29 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$352

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Sat 11/21

6:17 pm-9:07 am

1 stop16h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/25

2:45 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$362

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Fri 6/26

3:11 pm-9:06 am

1 stop19h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/5

6:17 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop19h 57m

$392

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Sun 7/26

6:17 pm-9:06 am

1 stop16h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/1

6:17 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop19h 57m

$392

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Sun 6/14

6:17 pm-11:06 am

1 stop18h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/20

4:10 am-12:47 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$392

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Fri 7/31

6:17 pm-8:19 am

1 stop16h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/8

5:55 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop20h 19m

$412
Quickest round-trip

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Sat 10/10

5:33 am-9:04 am

1 stop5h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/18

4:08 am-10:29 pm

1 stop16h 21m

$425

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Best time to book a flight from San Juan to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from San Juan with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Juan to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Juan to Costa Rica?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Juan to Costa Rica (average of $78). Flying from San Juan to Costa Rica in February is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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 Juan to Costa Rica delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between San Juan and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 66 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Juan to Costa Rica flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening 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?

Thursday 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 Juan to Costa Rica flights?

Over the last year, Avianca 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 Juan to Costa Rica?

The price you pay for your flight from San Juan to Costa Rica may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 June 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines,American Airlines, andJetBlue from San Juan to Costa Rica. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines

Overall

7.5

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

Fast boarding, polite and helpful staff. Lowest cost across all airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Juan to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from San Juan to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $352, Copa Airlines can have you in Costa Rica from San Juan in 14h 54m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1349 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Juan to Costa Rica?

    While on average a flight from San Juan to Costa Rica is generally $324, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $152. When looking at the most popular route, (San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), you can expect to pay $345 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Juan to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Juan to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Juan to Costa Rica?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Juan to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Juan to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Juan to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Juan to Costa Rica?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Juan to Costa Rica (average of $78). Flying from San Juan to Costa Rica in February is currently the most expensive (average of $194). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from San Juan to Costa Rica

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from San Juan to Costa Rica. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$174Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$196Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$372Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$393Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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