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$160+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles (LAX)

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SJO — LAX
Aug 5 — Aug 121
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Los Angeles

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Los Angeles flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$277
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$160
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$435

Good round-trip deal

$298 or less

Good one-way deal

$207 or less
From Costa Rica to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($35 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles.

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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/911:20 amLIR - LAX
Nonstop5h 52mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/2311:30 pmLAX - LIR
Nonstop5h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$277
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2612:18 pmSJO - LAX
2 stops12h 06mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/411:10 pmLAX - SJO
2 stops11h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$283
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/41:20 pmLIR - LAX
1 stop11h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/2912:56 amLAX - LIR
1 stop10h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$283
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/1411:27 amSJO - LAX
2 stops13h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/1810:49 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop23h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$286
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Mon 9/155:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop16h 46mVolaris Costa Rica
Sat 9/2010:49 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop23h 24mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 7/30$292
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/912:49 pmLIR - LAX
1 stop12h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/232:18 pmLAX - LIR
2 stops20h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$296
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 10/46:10 amSJO - LAX
1 stop8h 20mAvianca
Sun 10/262:50 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop7h 25mAvianca
Deal found 7/31$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/25:40 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/76:46 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop14h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:00 amSJO - LAX
1 stop17h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/156:00 amLAX - SJO
1 stop10h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$314
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/236:30 amSJO - LAX
Nonstop6h 17mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/54:45 pmLAX - SJO
Nonstop5h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$321
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/302:10 pmLIR - LAX
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Sat 9/611:45 pmLAX - LIR
1 stop12h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$376
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1211:20 amLIR - LAX
Nonstop5h 52mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/1912:00 pmLAX - LIR
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$462

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LiberiaLos Angeles

LIR - LAX

LIRLAX

Liberia

Tue 9/9

11:20 am-4:12 pm

Nonstop5h 52m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/23

11:30 pm-6:20 am

Nonstop5h 50m

$277

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/26

12:18 pm-11:24 pm

2 stops12h 06m

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

11:10 pm-11:14 am

2 stops11h 04m

$283

LiberiaLos Angeles

LIR - LAX

LIRLAX

Liberia

Thu 9/4

1:20 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop11h 16m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/29

12:56 am-12:10 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$283

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/14

11:27 am-11:58 pm

2 stops13h 31m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/18

10:49 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop23h 24m

$286

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/21

1:07 pm-10:35 am

1 stop23h 28m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/31

12:09 pm-6:44 am

1 stop16h 35m

$288

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/26

2:37 pm-9:11 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

10:49 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop23h 24m

$291

LiberiaLos Angeles

LIR - LAX

LIRLAX

Liberia

Tue 9/9

12:49 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop12h 09m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/23

2:18 pm-11:49 am

2 stops20h 31m

$296

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/4

6:10 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/26

2:50 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$298

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/2

5:40 am-10:08 am

Nonstop6h 28m

Los Angeles

Fri 11/7

6:46 pm-11:25 am

1 stop14h 39m

$299

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

3:11 pm-10:12 am

1 stop21h 01m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

10:59 pm-1:59 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$315

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Costa Rica to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Costa Rica to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 48% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Costa Rica to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. 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 July 31, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines from Costa Rica to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles from Costa Rica?

    Most people fly into Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight to Los Angeles from Costa Rica. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • How popular is this Costa Rica to Los Angeles flight route?

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $160. However, be on the lookout for offers from Volaris El Salvador and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Costa Rica to Los Angeles for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Costa Rica to Los Angeles?

    Consider United Airlines (100%), American Airlines (92%) or Alaska Airlines (92%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Costa Rica to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles?

    On average you can expect to pay $355 for a flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $164 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $263.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Costa Rica to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 Los Angeles

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$105Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$135Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$180Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$185Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
DeltaCheapest$212Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$212Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$214Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
AviancaCheapest$219Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$298Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$329Average$697FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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