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$76+ Cheap flights from Tampa (TPA) 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — SJO
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Tampa to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Tampa to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/14:51 am
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop6h 08m
Copa Airlines
Thu 3/55:50 am
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop5h 46m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/27$239
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Wed 3/44:51 am
TPA
-
SJO
2 stops12h 55m
Copa Airlines
Mon 3/98:11 am
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop12h 54m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/28$244
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/38:30 am
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop4h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/117:05 am
SJO
-
TPA
2 stops13h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$245
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/256:38 pm
TPA
-
SJO
2 stops18h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/41:31 pm
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$246
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/188:30 am
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop4h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/41:31 pm
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop6h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$248
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/24:51 am
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop15h 05m
Copa Airlines
Fri 2/64:09 am
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop7h 27m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/27$249
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 4/185:24 am
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop6h 35m
Copa Airlines
Wed 4/228:13 am
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop12h 52m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/28$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/258:30 am
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop4h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/41:31 pm
SJO
-
TPA
2 stops21h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$252
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 4/245:24 am
TPA
-
SJO
2 stops13h 24m
Copa Airlines
Tue 4/288:13 am
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop12h 52m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/28$255
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/98:30 am
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop5h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/141:31 pm
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop6h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$257
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/248:30 am
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop4h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/312:35 pm
SJO
-
TPA
2 stops18h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$260
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/206:00 am
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop7h 07m
American Airlines
Fri 4/2411:35 pm
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop17h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$262

Find flight deals from Tampa to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Tampa to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$239
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$76
(Priceline)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$375
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Sun 3/1

4:51 am-9:59 am

1 stop6h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

5:50 am-12:36 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$239

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Wed 3/4

4:51 am-7:01 pm

1 stop15h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

11:01 am-11:05 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$239

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Sun 2/22

4:51 am-4:46 pm

2 stops12h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

11:01 am-9:41 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$244

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Mon 4/13

5:24 am-1:52 pm

1 stop10h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/30

8:13 am-11:05 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$250

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Sat 4/18

5:24 am-9:05 am

1 stop5h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

10:04 am-11:05 pm

1 stop11h 01m

$250

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Fri 5/1

5:23 am-7:01 pm

1 stop15h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/1

5:45 am-11:05 pm

1 stop15h 20m

$250

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Sat 4/18

7:00 am-11:28 am

1 stop6h 28m

Liberia

Wed 4/22

2:40 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$292

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Fri 4/24

8:03 am-11:28 am

1 stop5h 25m

Liberia

Tue 4/28

2:40 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$292

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Thu 2/26

5:37 am-2:25 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Liberia

Thu 3/5

3:13 pm-9:53 am

2 stops17h 40m

$297

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Wed 4/22

9:05 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Liberia

Wed 4/29

12:29 pm-9:54 am

2 stops19h 25m

$318

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Best time to book a flight from Tampa to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Tampa to Costa Rica

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Costa Rica (average of $85). Flying from Tampa to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $166). 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 January 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Tampa to Costa Rica, such as Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,214 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,199 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,892 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,389 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,560 reviews

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Tampa (TPA) if they book a flight from Tampa to Costa Rica. Tampa is conveniently located just 4.9 mi from Tampa’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Tampa to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $239, Copa Airlines can have you in Costa Rica from Tampa in 6h 08m. There are 1246 mi between Tampa and Costa Rica. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Tampa 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 $79. Copa Airlines flights start at $105 while deals on JetBlue start at $109 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Tampa 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 Tampa to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Costa Rica (average of $85). Flying from Tampa to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $166). 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 6 airlines flying from Tampa to Costa Rica

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Tampa 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$160Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$200Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$235Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$249Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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