Costa Rica

$138+ 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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJU — SJO
Jun 16 — Jun 231
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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 May 17, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Sun 6/146:17 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop14h 52m
Copa Airlines
Sun 6/215:47 am
SJO
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SJU
1 stop8h 27m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/13$342
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 9/23:06 am
SJU
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SJO
1 stop7h 14m
Frontier
Mon 9/79:35 am
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop11h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 5/12$344
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/224:40 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop28h 10m
Avianca
Fri 7/314:00 pm
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop17h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 5/13$349
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 5/296:35 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop7h 20m
Avianca
Mon 6/14:00 pm
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop17h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 5/13$350
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 6/116:17 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop16h 04m
Copa Airlines
Tue 6/162:59 pm
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop5h 30m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/13$352
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/16. 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.
Wed 5/274:40 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop28h 10m
Avianca
Tue 6/231:50 am
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop13h 20m
Avianca
Deal found 5/16$353
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Thu 5/286:35 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop7h 20m
Avianca
Mon 6/14:00 pm
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop17h 25m
Avianca
Deal found 5/15$360
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/264:45 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop6h 55m
Avianca
Sun 11/294:15 pm
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop22h 50m
Avianca
Deal found 5/12$361
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 7/316:17 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop14h 53m
Copa Airlines
Sat 8/88:12 am
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop6h 02m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/13$362
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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.
Wed 5/136:35 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop16h 15m
Avianca
Fri 5/151:50 am
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop7h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 5/13$364
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 6/163:11 pm
SJU
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SJO
1 stop5h 15m
Copa Airlines
Sun 6/215:47 am
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop5h 00m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 5/13$365
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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.
Wed 5/274:40 pm
SJU
-
SJO
1 stop28h 10m
Avianca
Fri 6/52:00 pm
SJO
-
SJU
1 stop23h 15m
Avianca
Deal found 5/17$368

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 May 17, 2026.

Round-trip from

$342
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$138
(Frontier)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$345
From San Juan to Costa Rica
One-way flight from San Juan to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($33 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 May 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 May 17, 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Fri 9/25

5:33 am-9:04 am

1 stop5h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/3

5:45 am-4:14 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$342

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Sun 6/14

6:17 pm-7:09 am

1 stop14h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/21

5:47 am-12:47 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$342

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Tue 7/7

6:17 pm-11:06 am

1 stop18h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/10

5:55 pm-12:47 pm

1 stop16h 52m

$342

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Mon 6/15

6:17 pm-7:09 am

1 stop14h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/22

6:19 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop19h 55m

$342

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Fri 6/12

6:17 pm-2:04 pm

1 stop21h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/20

4:10 am-4:14 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$342

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Sat 10/10

6:16 pm-7:10 am

1 stop14h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/18

8:12 am-10:29 pm

1 stop12h 17m

$342

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Sat 9/12

6:16 pm-7:10 am

1 stop14h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/16

8:45 am-10:29 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$342

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Mon 7/6

6:17 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop20h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/10

6:17 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop19h 57m

$342

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Wed 5/27

6:12 pm-8:21 am

1 stop16h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/5

4:10 am-12:47 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$342

San JuanSan José

SJU - SJO

SJUSJO

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Fri 5/29

6:12 pm-7:09 am

1 stop14h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/2

5:47 am-10:29 pm

1 stop14h 42m

$342

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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 1 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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.

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 May 17, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Copa Airlines,JetBlue, andAmerican Airlines 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.

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

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

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

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

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

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

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

LIM - PTY

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

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

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

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  • How long is the flight from San Juan to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $342, Copa Airlines can have you in Costa Rica from San Juan in 16h 03m. 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 $329 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 May 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$174Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$192Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$389Average$828FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$393Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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