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$105+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Ecuador

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 10/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — UIO
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Ecuador

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Ecuador flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$256
(Avianca)

One-way from

$105
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$258

Good round-trip deal

$256 or less

Good one-way deal

$233 or less
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Ecuador
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Ecuador. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/104:45 pmSJO - GYE
1 stop5h 35mAvianca
Tue 10/144:15 amGYE - SJO
1 stop6h 05mAvianca
Deal found 9/13$256
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/144:45 pmSJO - UIO
Nonstop2h 20mAvianca
Sun 11/163:30 amUIO - SJO
1 stop6h 20mAvianca
Deal found 9/14$258
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/91:40 amSJO - UIO
1 stop5h 55mAvianca
Tue 10/2811:30 amUIO - SJO
Nonstop2h 15mAvianca
Deal found 9/15$259
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/244:50 pmSJO - GYE
2 stops8h 15mAvianca
Tue 12/23:30 amGYE - SJO
1 stop6h 20mAvianca
Deal found 9/15$260
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Thu 10/165:57 amSJO - UIO
1 stop7h 16mCopa Airlines
Sun 10/196:29 pmUIO - SJO
1 stop14h 01mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/14$261
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/311:45 amSJO - UIO
1 stop10h 25mAvianca
Thu 11/63:15 amUIO - SJO
1 stop9h 10mAvianca
Deal found 9/14$262
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/74:20 pmSJO - UIO
2 stops8h 45mAvianca
Thu 10/234:20 amUIO - SJO
1 stop12h 30mAvianca
Deal found 9/15$263
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/94:08 amSJO - UIO
1 stop7h 43mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/166:34 pmUIO - SJO
1 stop13h 59mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/14$272
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/64:45 pmSJO - GYE
Nonstop2h 25mAvianca
Sat 11/156:55 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop6h 20mAvianca
Deal found 9/14$278
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 11/275:49 amSJO - GYE
1 stop4h 29mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/306:35 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop13h 35mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/15$280
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/195:57 amSJO - UIO
1 stop5h 30mCopa Airlines
Thu 10/233:10 amUIO - SJO
2 stops14h 42mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/14$280
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/94:08 amSJO - UIO
1 stop7h 43mCopa Airlines
Fri 11/143:11 amUIO - SJO
1 stop7h 48mCopa Airlines
Deal found 9/14$285

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Ecuador 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Ecuador that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Ecuador

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/21

4:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Tue 10/28

10:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/14

1:55 am-8:35 am

1 stop5h 40m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Wed 10/22

3:35 am-9:20 am

1 stop6h 45m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/3

1:55 am-1:40 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Sat 10/11

12:05 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/27

10:10 am-11:20 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Sun 9/28

3:35 am-9:20 am

1 stop6h 45m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

10:55 am-6:30 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Mon 2/9

10:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/16

1:40 am-8:35 am

1 stop5h 55m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Fri 10/24

11:05 am-3:50 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/24

4:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Thu 12/4

6:55 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 20m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/27

10:10 am-10:40 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Tue 9/30

3:15 am-11:15 am

1 stop9h 00m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/10

5:30 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Tue 10/14

4:15 am-9:20 am

1 stop6h 05m

$256

San JoséQuito

SJO - UIO

SJOUIO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/22

1:55 am-8:35 am

1 stop5h 40m

Quito Mariscal Sucr

Sun 9/28

11:30 am-12:45 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$258

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Ecuador

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Ecuador from Costa Rica with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to Ecuador

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Ecuador (average of $463). Flying from Costa Rica to Ecuador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $791). 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 CR to EC?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Ecuador. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

When flying from Costa Rica to Ecuador, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing Ecuador

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ecuador. 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 Ecuador. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines and Avianca from Costa Rica to Ecuador by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

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
1,531 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

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
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,435 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,531 reviews

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.6

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 Costa Rica to Ecuador. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Costa Rica to Ecuador flight route?

    Within the past month, 7 users have taken a look at flights from Costa Rica to Ecuador.

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

    For as low as $256, Avianca can have you in Ecuador from Costa Rica in 5h 40m. Airlines will cover a distance of 890 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Ecuador (average of $463). Flying from Costa Rica to Ecuador in December is currently the most expensive (average of $791). 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 2 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Ecuador

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Ecuador. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$210Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$233Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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