Costa Rica

$159+ Cheap flights from St. Louis (STL) 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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — SJO
Mar 10 — Mar 171
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Cheapest flights from St. Louis to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 8, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/216:53 pm
STL
-
LIR
2 stops17h 17m
American Airlines
Fri 2/273:13 pm
LIR
-
STL
1 stop8h 43m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/7$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/217:12 am
STL
-
LIR
1 stop7h 28m
American Airlines
Tue 4/282:10 pm
LIR
-
STL
1 stop17h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/5$328
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/237:10 am
STL
-
LIR
1 stop7h 05m
Delta
Thu 3/52:45 pm
LIR
-
STL
1 stop8h 38m
Delta
Deal found 2/7$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/234:13 pm
STL
-
LIR
2 stops19h 57m
American Airlines
Thu 3/53:13 pm
LIR
-
STL
2 stops17h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/7$335
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/268:03 pm
STL
-
LIR
2 stops16h 21m
American Airlines
Fri 5/112:29 pm
LIR
-
STL
1 stop8h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/6$340
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/45:20 am
STL
-
LIR
1 stop9h 20m
American Airlines
Wed 5/1312:29 pm
LIR
-
STL
1 stop8h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/5$342
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/276:00 am
STL
-
LIR
1 stop7h 10m
United Airlines
Thu 3/52:01 pm
LIR
-
STL
1 stop8h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/5$348
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/246:20 pm
STL
-
LIR
1 stop17h 53m
American Airlines
Tue 3/312:18 pm
LIR
-
STL
1 stop19h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/7$351
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Fri 3/61:09 pm
STL
-
SJO
2 stops45h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/1111:35 am
SJO
-
STL
1 stop10h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/6$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/276:36 pm
STL
-
LIR
2 stops17h 56m
American Airlines
Wed 3/43:32 pm
LIR
-
STL
1 stop7h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/5$360
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/166:53 pm
STL
-
SJO
1 stop17h 32m
American Airlines
Thu 5/2111:59 pm
SJO
-
STL
1 stop15h 34m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/5$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 4/1312:25 pm
STL
-
SJO
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Fri 4/171:10 pm
SJO
-
STL
1 stop9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/7$361

Find flight deals from St. Louis to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for St. Louis to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated February 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$322
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$159
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$538
Provider with most accurate pricing for Lambert-St Louis-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Lambert-St Louis to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Lambert-St Louis to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($32 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from St. Louis 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 February 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from St. Louis to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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St. Louis

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Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 2/21

6:53 pm-12:23 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Liberia

Fri 2/27

2:32 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$322

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 4/21

7:12 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Liberia

Tue 4/28

2:10 pm-8:54 am

1 stop17h 44m

$328

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/23

7:10 am-2:15 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Liberia

Thu 3/5

2:45 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$330

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/23

4:13 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops19h 57m

Liberia

Thu 3/5

3:13 pm-8:35 am

2 stops17h 22m

$335

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 4/13

6:55 pm-11:24 am

2 stops17h 29m

Liberia

Mon 4/20

2:10 pm-8:54 am

1 stop17h 44m

$340

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 4/26

5:20 am-1:40 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Liberia

Fri 5/1

12:28 pm-8:24 am

2 stops18h 56m

$340

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 5/4

5:24 am-1:10 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Liberia

Wed 5/13

12:29 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$342

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 5/3

6:55 pm-11:24 am

2 stops17h 29m

Liberia

Thu 5/7

12:29 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$347

St. LouisSan José

STL - SJO

STLSJO

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 3/6

1:09 pm-10:40 am

2 stops45h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

11:35 am-11:19 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$352

St. LouisSan José

STL - SJO

STLSJO

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 5/9

6:53 pm-11:25 am

1 stop17h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/20

2:08 pm-8:50 am

1 stop17h 42m

$360

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Best time to book a flight from St. Louis to Costa Rica

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Costa Rica (average of $294). Flying from St. Louis to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $407). 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.

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 February 8, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from St. Louis to Costa Rica, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from St. Louis to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from St. Louis to Costa Rica?

    If you book a flight to Costa Rica from St. Louis, you will be flying from Lambert-St Louis, which is the city’s only airport. Lambert-St Louis (STL) is located 12.7 mi from the center of St. Louis.

  • How long is the flight from St. Louis to Costa Rica?

    Airlines like American Airlines, Delta, and Southwest fly from St. Louis to Costa Rica in about 7h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 25m. The distance between St. Louis and Costa Rica is about 1967 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from St. Louis to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $131. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from St. Louis to Costa Rica for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Costa Rica?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Costa Rica (average of $294). Flying from St. Louis to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $407). 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 St. Louis to Costa Rica

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis 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 February 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$209Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$319Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$327Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$376Average$637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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