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$102+ 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 11/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
TPA — SJO
Dec 21 — Dec 281
Sun 12/21
Sun 12/28
1 adult, Economy
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This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/128:09 amTPA - SJO
1 stop5h 16mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/141:31 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop16h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$260
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sun 12/78:25 amTPA - SJO
1 stop25h 27mJetBlue
Fri 12/122:01 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop6h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 11/19$261
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/118:07 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop17h 18mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/141:31 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop28h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$262
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/218:05 amTPA - SJO
1 stop15h 02mDelta
Sun 11/237:00 amSJO - TPA
1 stop6h 58mDelta
Deal found 11/20$266
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/117:00 amTPA - LIR
1 stop12h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/148:35 amLIR - TPA
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$267
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/54:51 amTPA - SJO
1 stop27h 19mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/106:07 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop26h 34mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/19$269
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/56:12 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop19h 13mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/291:31 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$270
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/126:12 pmTPA - SJO
2 stops22h 08mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1612:39 pmSJO - TPA
2 stops17h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$272
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/108:07 pmTPA - SJO
2 stops16h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/141:31 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop26h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$273
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/128:09 amTPA - SJO
1 stop5h 16mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/1612:39 pmSJO - TPA
2 stops17h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$274
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sat 12/65:40 amTPA - SJO
1 stop9h 12mFrontier
Sat 12/2010:36 amSJO - TPA
2 stops12h 50mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$275
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/65:40 amTPA - SJO
1 stop9h 12mFrontier
Mon 12/292:47 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop8h 39mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$277

Cheap 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 November 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$258
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$102
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$364
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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 November 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Tampa

Fly to

Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Sun 3/1

4:51 am-4:46 pm

2 stops12h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/6

10:08 am-9:41 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$259

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Fri 2/6

4:51 am-10:00 am

1 stop6h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

4:09 am-9:41 pm

1 stop16h 32m

$264

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Mon 2/2

4:51 am-6:56 pm

1 stop15h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

4:09 am-12:36 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$264

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Fri 1/23

4:51 am-10:00 am

1 stop6h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

4:09 am-9:41 pm

1 stop16h 32m

$264

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Sun 2/8

4:51 am-7:02 pm

1 stop15h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

11:01 am-9:41 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$264

TampaSan José

TPA - SJO

TPASJO

Tampa

Thu 1/29

10:04 am-10:15 pm

1 stop13h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/7

7:00 am-8:36 pm

1 stop12h 36m

$266

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Fri 1/9

9:20 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 17m

Liberia

Tue 1/13

8:35 am-9:58 pm

1 stop12h 23m

$267

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Sat 1/17

5:30 am-11:20 am

1 stop6h 50m

Liberia

Thu 1/22

3:05 pm-12:25 am

1 stop8h 20m

$267

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Thu 12/11

7:00 am-6:37 pm

1 stop12h 37m

Liberia

Sun 12/14

8:35 am-5:38 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$267

TampaLiberia

TPA - LIR

TPALIR

Tampa

Thu 2/5

7:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Liberia

Mon 2/9

2:05 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$267

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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 January is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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 TPA to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa 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 November 21, 2025.

When flying from Tampa to Costa Rica, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Tampa to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tampa to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 21, 2025.
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
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,029 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,902 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,158 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.9

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Juan Pablo,Sep 2025

PTY - VVI

not a good expirience, the plane was packed, the seats wear very unconftrable, coudent conect with the entratainmente service on the plane, the onboarding was in charge of a very angry lady i really had a unplesent trip

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 $267, Copa Airlines can have you in Costa Rica from Tampa in 7h 50m. There are 1216 mi between Tampa and Costa Rica. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 January is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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 November 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$210Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$212Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$273Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$282Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$285Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$305Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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