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$191+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles (LAX)

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 5/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
Apr 22 — Apr 291
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Los Angeles

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 March 23, 2026.

This Viva deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 Viva is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/32:20 am
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop21h 15m
Viva
Sun 7/512:05 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop24h 10m
Viva
Deal found 3/18$285
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Fri 4/2412:38 pm
SJO
-
LAX
2 stops36h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/25:30 am
LAX
-
SJO
2 stops29h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/19$304
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Fri 4/2412:38 pm
SJO
-
LAX
2 stops36h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/295:30 am
LAX
-
SJO
2 stops29h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$306
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/224:18 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 10/2511:55 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$310
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Fri 4/2412:38 pm
SJO
-
LAX
2 stops36h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/97:00 am
LAX
-
SJO
2 stops27h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$319
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/34:18 pm
SJO
-
LAX
1 stop18h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/1011:55 am
LAX
-
SJO
1 stop11h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$322
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/1112:38 pm
SJO
-
LAX
2 stops36h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/167:00 am
LAX
-
SJO
2 stops27h 33m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$325
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/301:00 pm
LIR
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LAX
1 stop10h 29m
JetBlue
Sun 5/1010:08 pm
LAX
-
LIR
1 stop12h 47m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/22$441
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/301:00 pm
LIR
-
LAX
1 stop10h 29m
JetBlue
Tue 6/29:10 pm
LAX
-
LIR
1 stop13h 45m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/20$445
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/211:00 pm
LIR
-
LAX
1 stop10h 29m
JetBlue
Mon 4/2711:05 pm
LAX
-
LIR
1 stop11h 50m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/20$449
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/211:00 pm
LIR
-
LAX
1 stop10h 29m
JetBlue
Sat 4/258:45 pm
LAX
-
LIR
1 stop14h 15m
JetBlue
Deal found 3/20$454
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Tue 5/52:10 pm
LIR
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LAX
1 stop9h 00m
Southwest
Tue 5/129:40 pm
LAX
-
LIR
2 stops14h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/20$458

Find 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 March 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$285
(Viva)

One-way from

$191
(CheapOair)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$436

Good round-trip deal

$403 or less

Good one-way deal

$270 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Los Angeles Los Angeles flight deals.
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From Costa Rica to Los Angeles Los Angeles
One-way flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles Los Angeles.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles Los Angeles.

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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 March 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-11:21 am

Nonstop6h 21m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

3:20 pm-10:11 am

1 stop17h 51m

$410

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/23

1:25 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop10h 37m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 4/27

12:55 am-10:11 am

1 stop8h 16m

$411

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/29

1:25 pm-9:26 pm

1 stop9h 01m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 6/6

7:21 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop26h 18m

$411

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/9

1:25 pm-7:40 am

1 stop19h 15m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 5/24

7:21 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop26h 18m

$411

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/7

1:25 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop10h 37m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 5/14

6:47 am-7:37 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$411

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/7

12:55 am-6:33 am

Nonstop6h 38m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/12

4:40 pm-11:25 pm

Nonstop5h 45m

$416

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

7:55 am-6:10 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 5/7

11:59 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop11h 22m

$420

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-11:21 am

Nonstop6h 21m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/15

10:41 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop5h 49m

$446

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/9

12:55 am-6:33 am

Nonstop6h 38m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/15

4:40 pm-11:33 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

$453

San JoséLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/23

12:53 am-6:23 am

Nonstop6h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/30

4:40 pm-11:33 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

$453

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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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Cheapflights Insights

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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles (average of $189). Flying from Costa Rica to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $265). 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 March 23, 2026.

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 morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 51% 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 March 14, 2026.

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. Thursday afternoons 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 March 23, 2026.

The most flights from CR0 to LAX are scheduled on a Saturday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from Costa Rica to Los Angeles delayed?

About 7% of weekly flights between Costa Rica and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 151 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Costa Rica to Los Angeles flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Costa Rica to Los Angeles flights?

Over the last year, Alaska Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.

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 March 23, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Volaris Costa Rica, andUnited 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.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

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 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?

  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles?

    A quick flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles can take about 6h 21m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $410. There are 2721 mi between Costa Rica and Los Angeles. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Volaris Costa Rica, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $131. However, be on the lookout for offers from Volaris El Salvador and American 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 American Airlines (95%), Alaska Airlines (95%) or Delta (78%) 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 $888 for a flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles. The cheapest flight overall is $218 while the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Los Angeles Los Angeles) is currently priced at $319.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Los Angeles (average of $189). Flying from Costa Rica to Los Angeles in June is currently the most expensive (average of $265). 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 9 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Los Angeles

Discover the top 9 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 March 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$186Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$190Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$210Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$213Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$231Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$277Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
AviancaCheapest$282Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$305Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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