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$129+ Cheap flights from Saint Paul, MN 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 11/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SJO
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Saint Paul to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Saint Paul to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

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CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$328
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$129
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$665
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Cheapest flights from Saint Paul to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Saint Paul to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/131:05 pmMSP - SJO
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/191:30 pmSJO - MSP
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$328
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/101:05 pmMSP - SJO
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/191:30 pmSJO - MSP
1 stop25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$365
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/96:30 amMSP - SJO
1 stop29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/191:30 pmSJO - MSP
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$368
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/131:05 pmMSP - SJO
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1812:34 pmSJO - MSP
1 stop25h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$371
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/171:05 pmMSP - SJO
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/211:20 pmSJO - MSP
1 stop25h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$377
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/126:18 amMSP - SJO
1 stop29h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/191:30 pmSJO - MSP
2 stops23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$383
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/62:18 pmMSP - SJO
2 stops22h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/231:20 pmSJO - MSP
1 stop23h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$387
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/201:55 pmMSP - SJO
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/231:20 pmSJO - MSP
1 stop23h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$388
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/62:18 pmMSP - SJO
2 stops22h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/241:20 pmSJO - MSP
1 stop21h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$392
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Sat 11/1510:15 amMSP - LIR
Nonstop5h 39mSun Country Air
Sat 11/224:55 pmLIR - MSP
Nonstop5h 34mSun Country Air
Deal found 10/30$394
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Sat 11/2910:15 amMSP - LIR
Nonstop5h 39mSun Country Air
Sat 12/63:50 pmLIR - MSP
Nonstop5h 34mSun Country Air
Deal found 10/30$395
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/131:05 pmMSP - LIR
3 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/154:55 pmLIR - MSP
Nonstop5h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/29$398

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Saint Paul 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Saint Paul to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Saint Paul

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

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MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/29

11:24 am-12:21 am

2 stops12h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

12:22 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop26h 03m

$417

MinneapolisSan José

MSP - SJO

MSPSJO

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/31

6:18 am-3:16 pm

1 stop9h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/6

7:30 am-11:14 pm

1 stop14h 44m

$470

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 2/1

9:12 am-3:05 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

Liberia

Sat 2/7

4:05 pm-9:28 pm

Nonstop5h 23m

$490

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 12/6

2:55 pm-6:07 pm

2 stops27h 12m

Liberia

Sat 12/13

7:17 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops28h 42m

$571

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 2/6

7:45 am-1:24 pm

Nonstop5h 39m

Liberia

Wed 2/18

2:20 pm-8:02 pm

Nonstop5h 42m

$574

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 2/25

7:14 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop5h 41m

Liberia

Wed 3/4

2:20 pm-8:02 pm

Nonstop5h 42m

$574

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 12/9

2:55 pm-6:07 pm

3 stops27h 12m

Liberia

Tue 12/16

9:00 am-12:43 pm

2 stops27h 43m

$577

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 1/18

6:10 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Liberia

Sun 1/25

2:45 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$579

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 1/7

5:10 am-1:50 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Liberia

Sun 1/11

2:45 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$579

MinneapolisLiberia

MSP - LIR

MSPLIR

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 1/30

7:45 am-1:24 pm

Nonstop5h 39m

Liberia

Sat 2/7

3:05 pm-9:16 am

1 stop18h 11m

$584

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Saint Paul to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Saint Paul to Costa Rica?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Saint Paul to Costa Rica (average of $207). Flying from Saint Paul to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $546). 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 SA1 to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Saint Paul 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 October 30, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Saint Paul to Costa Rica is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 28% on airfare.

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 October 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Saint Paul to Costa Rica, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
335 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,116 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul to Costa Rica?

    Departing from Saint Paul to Costa Rica will take you 5h 39m. Saint Paul and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 2411 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Saint Paul to Costa Rica one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $129. Sun Country Air flights start at $199 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $231 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Saint Paul to Costa Rica?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Saint Paul to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul to Costa Rica?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Saint Paul to Costa Rica (average of $207). Flying from Saint Paul to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $546). 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 7 airlines flying from Saint Paul to Costa Rica

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Saint Paul 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$186Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Sun Country AirCheapest$225Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$251Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$282Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$380Average$734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$443Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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