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$120+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Guayaquil (GYE)

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — GYE
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Guayaquil

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Guayaquil
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Guayaquil. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/228:10 amSJO - GYE
1 stop4h 24mCopa Airlines
Sat 12/276:34 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop14h 45mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$280
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/224:08 amSJO - GYE
1 stop6h 10mCopa Airlines
Sun 12/286:34 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop13h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$294
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/168:10 amSJO - GYE
1 stop4h 24mCopa Airlines
Sun 12/216:34 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop13h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/15$303
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/258:30 amSJO - GYE
1 stop8h 06mCopa Airlines
Tue 12/306:34 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop13h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/17$305
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/234:50 pmSJO - GYE
Nonstop2h 30mAvianca
Sun 12/2811:30 amGYE - SJO
Nonstop2h 25mAvianca
Deal found 12/16$306
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/234:08 amSJO - GYE
1 stop8h 26mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/314:33 amGYE - SJO
2 stops13h 13mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/15$308
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/186:15 amSJO - GYE
1 stop6h 19mCopa Airlines
Sat 2/285:29 amGYE - SJO
1 stop4h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/15$322
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/318:10 amSJO - GYE
1 stop4h 24mCopa Airlines
Wed 12/314:33 amGYE - SJO
1 stop5h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/16$325
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Fri 12/198:47 amSJO - GYE
1 stop7h 49mCopa Airlines
Thu 2/266:33 pmGYE - SJO
1 stop13h 33mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/17$333
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Mon 12/222:19 pmSJO - GYE
1 stop5h 24mCopa Airlines
Sat 2/285:29 amGYE - SJO
1 stop4h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 12/15$336

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Guayaquil

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Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$248
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$120
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$348

Good round-trip deal

$352 or less

Good one-way deal

$124 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($36 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Guayaquil 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Guayaquil that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Guayaquil

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/16

1:45 am-9:15 am

1 stop6h 30m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Mon 2/2

6:55 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 20m

$248

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

4:45 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Wed 5/6

11:30 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$250

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

4:15 pm-1:05 am

1 stop7h 50m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Fri 3/6

11:10 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$250

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

4:45 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Mon 3/2

9:05 am-12:45 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

4:15 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Tue 3/10

10:25 am-3:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/7

10:55 am-8:25 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Sun 2/8

11:30 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

4:50 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 30m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Sat 3/21

9:05 am-3:20 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$256

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/12

4:09 am-11:18 am

1 stop6h 09m

Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo

Wed 1/21

6:33 pm-7:06 am

1 stop13h 33m

$294

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/9

1:45 am-5:45 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$120

San JoséGuayaquil

SJO - GYE

SJOGYE

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/26

9:45 am-1:05 am

1 stop14h 20m

$122

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Deals found on 12/15

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Guayaquil

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to Guayaquil

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Guayaquil (average of $140). Flying from Costa Rica to Guayaquil in March is currently the most expensive (average of $219). 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 GYE?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Guayaquil. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Costa Rica to Guayaquil in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 48% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Guayaquil

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Guayaquil. 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 Guayaquil. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines and Avianca from Costa Rica to Guayaquil 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
1,556 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

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
1,556 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

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
6.6
Okay
2,490 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,556 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Guayaquil from Costa Rica?

    If you book a flight to Guayaquil from Costa Rica, you will be flying to Jose Joaquin de Olmedo, which is the city’s only airport. Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo (GYE) is located 2.5 mi from the center of Guayaquil.

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

    The Costa Rica to Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo flight path was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    A quick flight from Costa Rica to Guayaquil can take about 6h 30m. Avianca provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $248. The distance from Costa Rica to Guayaquil is about 890 mi.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Guayaquil?

    On average you can expect to pay $251 for a flight from Costa Rica to Guayaquil. The cheapest flight overall is $120 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Guayaquil Jose Joaquin de Olmedo) is currently priced at $280.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Guayaquil (average of $140). Flying from Costa Rica to Guayaquil in March is currently the most expensive (average of $219). 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 Guayaquil

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Guayaquil. 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$209Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$234Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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