$80+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheapest flights from USA to Costa RicaExplore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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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.
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Find flight deals from USA to Costa Rica
Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $202 (Expedia) |
One-way from | $80 (Priceline) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $431 |
Good round-trip deal | $178 or less |
Good one-way deal | $88 or less |
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New YorkSan José
JFK - SJO
JFKSJO
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 2/18
2:20 am-4:48 pm
1 stop15h 28m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 3/10
8:48 am-3:59 am
1 stop17h 11m
New YorkSan José
JFK - SJO
JFKSJO
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 2/18
2:20 am-9:06 am
1 stop7h 46m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 3/1
5:51 pm-2:59 am
1 stop8h 08m
New YorkSan José
JFK - SJO
JFKSJO
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Wed 2/25
2:20 am-9:06 am
1 stop7h 46m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 3/2
6:08 pm-2:59 am
1 stop7h 51m
New YorkSan José
JFK - SJO
JFKSJO
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Tue 3/3
2:20 am-9:59 am
1 stop8h 39m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 3/9
6:08 pm-3:59 am
1 stop7h 51m
New YorkSan José
JFK - SJO
JFKSJO
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 2/28
1:16 am-9:59 am
1 stop9h 43m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 3/9
6:08 pm-1:57 pm
1 stop17h 49m
New YorkSan José
JFK - SJO
JFKSJO
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Sat 2/28
2:20 am-9:05 am
1 stop7h 45m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 3/6
5:50 am-5:17 pm
1 stop10h 27m
AtlantaSan José
ATL - SJO
ATLSJO
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Thu 4/30
7:00 am-11:55 am
1 stop6h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 5/6
9:00 am-10:00 pm
1 stop11h 00m
NewarkLiberia
EWR - LIR
EWRLIR
Newark
Tue 2/24
7:18 am-11:44 am
Nonstop5h 26m
Liberia
Thu 3/5
5:15 pm-11:17 pm
Nonstop5h 02m
New YorkSan José
LGA - SJO
LGASJO
New York LaGuardia
Thu 2/26
6:30 am-3:20 pm
1 stop9h 50m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 3/2
1:31 pm-4:59 pm
3 stops26h 28m
New YorkSan José
LGA - SJO
LGASJO
New York LaGuardia
Thu 2/26
4:59 pm-11:40 am
2 stops19h 41m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 3/2
1:31 pm-10:00 am
1 stop19h 29m
Best time to book a flight from USA to Costa Rica
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from USA with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Costa Rica
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Costa Rica?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Costa Rica (average of $85). Flying from USA to Costa Rica in May is currently the most expensive (average of $139). 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 US to CR?
Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 January 29, 2026.
Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 41% on flights from USA to Costa Rica by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from USA to Costa Rica?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from USA to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their USA to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from USA to Costa Rica
Explore weekly flight availability from USA to Costa Rica. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
The most flights from US0 to CR0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).
How often are flights from the United States to Costa Rica delayed?
About 15% of weekly flights between United States and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 125 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Costa Rica flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Costa Rica flights?
Over the last year, La Costena have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% of flights being delayed.
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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from the United States 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.
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Jim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
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Entertainment
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Jim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
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Jim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
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Jim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
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Jim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Comfort
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Overall
Entertainment
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Jim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
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Top 10 airlines flying from USA to Costa Rica
Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$63 | Average$356 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$81 | Average$309 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$90 | Average$241 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$114 | Average$223 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$116 | Average$559 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$126 | Average$441 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$130 | Average$455 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$133 | Average$423 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$139 | Average$459 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$159 | Average$408 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time67% |