Costa Rica

$143+ 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 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — SJO
Jan 22 — Jan 291
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Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to Costa Rica

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 December 23, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2210:30 amSTL - LIR
1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3012:30 pmLIR - STL
1 stop10h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/316:00 pmSTL - SJO
1 stop16h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/102:54 pmSJO - STL
1 stop20h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$614
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Wed 12/315:02 pmSTL - SJO
2 stops20h 13mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/106:30 amSJO - STL
2 stops28h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$657
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/277:04 amSTL - SJO
1 stop15h 41mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/112:34 amSJO - STL
1 stop16h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$783
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:35 pmSTL - LIR
2 stops17h 51mGOL
Tue 12/301:21 pmLIR - STL
2 stops10h 34mGOL
Deal found 12/21$847
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Fri 12/266:35 pmSTL - LIR
2 stops17h 37mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/22:37 pmLIR - STL
1 stop17h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$887
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/275:45 pmSTL - SJO
1 stop26h 54mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/26:30 amSJO - STL
1 stop27h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$889
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Thu 12/256:00 amSTL - SJO
1 stop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/36:30 amSJO - STL
1 stop15h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$946
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:51 amSTL - SJO
1 stop24h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/31:31 pmSJO - STL
1 stop21h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$958
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Tue 12/306:00 amSTL - LIR
1 stop7h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/303:50 pmLIR - STL
2 stops27h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,117
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:01 pmSTL - LIR
2 stops16h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/61:21 pmLIR - STL
2 stops20h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,129
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Fri 12/266:35 pmSTL - LIR
2 stops16h 34mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/28:35 amLIR - STL
2 stops27h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,272

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 December 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$308
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$143
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,140
Provider with most accurate pricing for Lambert-St Louis-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Lambert-St Louis-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights.
From Lambert-St Louis to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Lambert-St Louis to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($140 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from St. Louis to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

St. Louis

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

St. LouisSan José

STL - SJO

STLSJO

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 2/4

11:55 am-11:43 pm

1 stop11h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop17h 59m

$318

St. LouisSan José

STL - SJO

STLSJO

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/3

5:42 pm-11:37 am

1 stop17h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

12:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 24m

$320

St. LouisSan José

STL - SJO

STLSJO

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/3

8:31 am-10:30 pm

1 stop13h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

3:04 pm-8:52 am

1 stop17h 48m

$322

St. LouisSan José

STL - SJO

STLSJO

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/1

7:15 am-11:43 pm

1 stop16h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

11:25 am-11:28 pm

2 stops12h 03m

$323

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 2/18

7:41 am-6:37 pm

2 stops10h 56m

Liberia

Thu 2/26

2:20 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$347

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/1

7:10 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Liberia

Thu 2/12

2:05 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 31m

$347

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/23

6:55 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops18h 15m

Liberia

Fri 2/27

2:20 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$347

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/2

7:10 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Liberia

Tue 2/10

2:45 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$347

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 2/8

6:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Liberia

Tue 2/10

2:45 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$347

St. LouisLiberia

STL - LIR

STLLIR

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 2/9

7:10 am-1:50 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Liberia

Tue 2/10

2:45 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$347

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from St. Louis to Costa Rica

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 $408). 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 STL to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis 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 December 23, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from St. Louis to Costa Rica in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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 December 23, 2025.
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.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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, United Airlines, and Delta fly from St. Louis to Costa Rica in about 6h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 08m. 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 $408). 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$257Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$319Average$546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$334Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$383Average$650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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