Europe

$413+ 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 10/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CPH
Jul 16 — Jul 231
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Europe

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 June 16, 2026.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/26:25 pm
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/186:00 am
MAD
-
SJO
2 stops18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$624
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/216:25 pm
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop35h 15m
KLM
Tue 8/186:00 am
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop18h 20m
KLM
Deal found 6/11$626
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/26:25 pm
SJO
-
MAD
1 stop17h 10m
KLM
Mon 8/178:30 pm
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop27h 50m
KLM
Deal found 6/11$633
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/306:25 pm
SJO
-
MAD
2 stops16h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/318:30 pm
MAD
-
SJO
1 stop27h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/13$635
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/165:55 pm
SJO
-
MAD
2 stops17h 20m
Air France
Tue 8/256:00 am
MAD
-
SJO
2 stops18h 20m
Air France
Deal found 6/16$637
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Thu 6/184:10 pm
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 40m
Iberia
Thu 6/2511:30 am
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop11h 05m
Iberia
Deal found 6/16$644
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3011:20 pm
SJO
-
MAD
Nonstop10h 15m
Iberojet
Tue 8/252:20 pm
MAD
-
SJO
Nonstop10h 50m
Iberojet
Deal found 6/12$647
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/161:25 pm
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 50m
KLM
Wed 9/2311:45 am
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop35h 35m
KLM
Deal found 6/13$826
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/71:14 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
2 stops19h 31m
KLM
Tue 9/229:20 am
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop15h 00m
KLM
Deal found 6/12$827
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/141:25 pm
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop14h 55m
KLM
Mon 9/288:55 pm
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop26h 25m
KLM
Deal found 6/12$827
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/27:30 pm
SJO
-
ZRH
1 stop19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 11/136:30 am
ZRH
-
SJO
1 stop16h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$828
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/281:23 pm
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops18h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 11/148:55 am
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop19h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/15$828

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 June 16, 2026.

Round-trip from

$624
(KLM)

One-way from

$413
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,350

Good round-trip deal

$785 or less

Good one-way deal

$486 or less
From Costa Rica to Europe
One-way flight from Costa Rica to Europe
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($84 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Costa Rica to Europe.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Costa Rica to Europe.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 June 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Europe that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/31

12:30 am-9:00 am

2 stops24h 30m

Madrid Barajas

Mon 8/31

11:15 am-11:38 am

2 stops32h 23m

$757

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/7

8:45 am-6:50 am

2 stops38h 05m

Madrid Barajas

Fri 9/18

11:15 am-12:21 pm

2 stops33h 06m

$770
Quickest round-trip

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/23

11:20 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop10h 15m

Madrid Barajas

Sat 8/22

3:25 pm-6:15 pm

Nonstop10h 50m

$798

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/22

6:25 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop14h 20m

Zurich

Sat 10/31

5:35 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops29h 35m

$859

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/14

1:25 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops19h 20m

Zurich

Fri 10/9

10:55 am-9:45 pm

2 stops18h 50m

$860

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/25

1:25 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops19h 20m

Zurich

Sun 10/11

10:55 am-5:00 pm

1 stop14h 05m

$872

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/2

1:25 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops19h 20m

Zurich

Sat 11/7

6:30 am-4:10 pm

1 stop16h 40m

$872

San JoséLondon

SJO - LHR

SJOLHR

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/6

1:23 pm-11:20 am

1 stop14h 57m

London Heathrow

Wed 10/21

11:15 am-11:45 pm

2 stops19h 30m

$901

San JoséMadrid

SJO - MAD

SJOMAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/5

7:15 am-9:00 am

1 stop17h 45m

Madrid Barajas

Tue 7/14

10:50 am-10:11 am

2 stops31h 21m

$924

San JoséBarcelona

SJO - BCN

SJOBCN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 7/4

1:25 pm-9:00 am

2 stops35h 35m

Barcelona-El Prat

Thu 7/16

3:15 pm-10:11 am

2 stops26h 56m

$924

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Europe

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Europe (average of $689). Flying from Costa Rica to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,170). 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 June 16, 2026.

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Costa Rica to Europe?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Costa Rica to Europe, you should look to book at least 70 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 June 16, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM,Air France, andIberia 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.

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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 long is the flight from Costa Rica to Europe?

    For as low as $798, United Airlines 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 Avianca and Iberojet, 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Europe (average of $689). Flying from Costa Rica to Europe in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,170). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$191Average$1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air FranceCheapest$490Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$494Average$1,050FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IberiaCheapest$540Average$1,167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
IberojetCheapest$573Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$707Average$853FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$719Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$757Average$1,120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air EuropaCheapest$819Average$1,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
LufthansaCheapest$955Average$1,237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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