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$282+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Europe

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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — MAD
Jan 13 — Jan 201
Tue 1/13
Tue 1/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Europe
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Europe. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 14, 2025.

This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:15 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop9h 50mIberia
Sat 1/1712:25 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 10mIberia
Deal found 12/12$594
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:15 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop9h 50mIberia
Sat 1/1712:25 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 10mIberia
Deal found 12/12$616
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Sat 12/136:15 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop10h 25mIberia
Tue 12/2312:25 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 10mIberia
Deal found 12/12$726
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:15 pmSJO - LHR
1 stop18h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 1/136:45 pmLHR - SJO
1 stop27h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/12$749
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:15 pmSJO - LHR
1 stop17h 00mBritish Airways
Thu 12/2511:25 amLHR - SJO
1 stop35h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/12$750
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:15 pmSJO - LHR
1 stop32h 10mBritish Airways
Fri 1/1610:45 amLHR - SJO
1 stop35h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/12$757
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:15 pmSJO - LHR
1 stop32h 10mBritish Airways
Tue 1/137:40 pmLHR - SJO
1 stop26h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/14$758
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/306:15 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop9h 50mIberia
Wed 2/412:25 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 10mIberia
Deal found 12/13$767
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
Sat 12/276:15 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop10h 25mIberia
Wed 1/2112:25 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 10mIberia
Deal found 12/12$779
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/236:15 pmSJO - LGW
1 stop18h 45mBritish Airways
Tue 1/1311:45 amLGW - SJO
1 stop34h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/12$788
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/286:15 pmSJO - MAD
Nonstop9h 50mIberia
Sat 1/1712:25 pmMAD - SJO
Nonstop11h 10mIberia
Deal found 12/12$791
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:15 pmSJO - LGW
1 stop18h 45mBritish Airways
Thu 12/2511:00 amLGW - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/12$805

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Europe

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Europe flight deals. Data was last updated December 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$593
(Avianca)

One-way from

$282
(French Bee)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,357

Good round-trip deal

$596 or less

Good one-way deal

$367 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Europe 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 December 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Europe that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Europe

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/9

7:40 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 6/16

2:20 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$640

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 2/28

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$640

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/24

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 3/10

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$640

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/2

7:40 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 6/16

2:20 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$666

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/3

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 2/17

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$666

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/7

10:00 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop10h 00m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 2/21

2:45 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop11h 15m

$666

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/30

9:10 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop10h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 6/13

3:50 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$666

San JoséLondon

SJO - LGW

SJOLGW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

6:30 pm-10:55 am

Nonstop10h 25m

London Gatwick

Tue 2/24

11:00 am-4:40 pm

Nonstop11h 40m

$732

San JoséLondon

SJO - LHR

SJOLHR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/8

7:00 am-6:30 am

1 stop16h 30m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/15

6:15 am-5:10 pm

1 stop17h 55m

$736

San JoséLondon

SJO - LHR

SJOLHR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/5

1:25 pm-1:30 pm

1 stop17h 05m

London Heathrow

Wed 5/13

7:15 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$736

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Europe

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Europe (average of $493). Flying from Costa Rica to Europe in August is currently the most expensive (average of $606). 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 EU?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Europe. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 14, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Costa Rica to Europe at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to Europe

Explore weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to Europe. 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 December 14, 2025.

The most flights from CR0 to EU0 are scheduled on a Saturday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Europe

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Europe. 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 Europe. Reviews last updated December 14, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air France, Air Canada, and Iberia from Costa Rica to Europe. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,506 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Alpha Amadu,Dec 2025

CKY - CDG

Super calm and deliberate, staff are exceptionally down to detail
Air France
7.4
Good
1,506 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,506 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Alpha Amadu,Dec 2025

CKY - CDG

Super calm and deliberate, staff are exceptionally down to detail
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,525 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,506 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Alpha Amadu,Dec 2025

CKY - CDG

Super calm and deliberate, staff are exceptionally down to detail
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,051 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,506 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Alpha Amadu,Dec 2025

CKY - CDG

Super calm and deliberate, staff are exceptionally down to detail
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,485 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,506 reviews

Crew

8.2

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.4

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Alpha Amadu,Dec 2025

CKY - CDG

Super calm and deliberate, staff are exceptionally down to detail

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Europe. 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 Europe flight route?

    Within the past month, 45 users have taken a look at flights from Costa Rica to Europe.

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

    For as low as $640, Iberojet can have you in Europe from Costa Rica in 10h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5278 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Costa Rica to Europe one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Iberia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $289. However, be on the lookout for offers from KLM and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Costa Rica to Europe for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Europe (average of $493). Flying from Costa Rica to Europe in August is currently the most expensive (average of $606). 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 10 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Europe

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Europe. 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$191Average$1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
IberiaCheapest$550Average$1,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$568Average$1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$571Average$1,036FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IberojetCheapest$576Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$633Average$913FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
United AirlinesCheapest$723Average$898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air EuropaCheapest$819Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SWISSCheapest$946Average$1,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
LufthansaCheapest$968Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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