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Cheap flights from Traverse City (TVC) to Costa Rica

TVC — SJO
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 32% potential increase in price ($335 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 20% potential price decrease ($119 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from TVC to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Traverse City 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 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 44% on flights from Traverse City to Costa Rica by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Traverse City to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,050 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sunderesh,Dec 2025

AUS - EWR

Smooth flight from Austin to Newark. The crew was friendly.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Traverse City to Costa Rica?

    Traverse City Cherry Capital (TVC) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Traverse City to Costa Rica. It is only a 2.7 mi journey to Cherry Capital (TVC) from Traverse City’s city center.

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

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

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Top 2 airlines flying from Traverse City to Costa Rica

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Traverse City 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 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$376Average$602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$555Average$715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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