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$145+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Sacramento (SMF)

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 5/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SMF
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Sacramento

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Round-trip from

$301
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$145
(eDestinos)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$462
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/35:30 amSJO - SMF
1 stop17h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/228:35 pmSMF - SJO
1 stop9h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$301
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/107:35 amSJO - SMF
1 stop13h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/2411:59 pmSMF - SJO
1 stop16h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$310
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/2712:28 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops22h 18mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/1010:41 amSMF - SJO
2 stops23h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$336
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/85:30 amSJO - SMF
2 stops15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/241:08 amSMF - SJO
1 stop21h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$432
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/57:00 amSJO - SMF
2 stops16h 51mDelta
Tue 12/96:00 amSMF - SJO
2 stops14h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/30$474
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/42:15 pmSJO - SMF
2 stops19h 35mSouthwest
Tue 12/96:50 amSMF - SJO
2 stops11h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$529
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1812:50 amSJO - SMF
2 stops23h 35mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/195:00 amSMF - SJO
2 stops17h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$635
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 11/221:55 pmLIR - SMF
1 stop11h 00mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/2911:39 pmSMF - LIR
1 stop12h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$640
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/47:55 amSJO - SMF
2 stops36h 46mAir Canada
Mon 7/218:35 pmSMF - SJO
2 stops46h 50mAir Canada
Deal found 4/29$1,406
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:18 amSJO - SMF
2 stops17h 05mAeromexico
Mon 1/512:30 amSMF - SJO
2 stops21h 08mAeromexico
Deal found 4/30$1,432

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Sacramento 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

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Sacramento

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/3

5:30 am-10:15 pm

1 stop17h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/22

8:35 pm-7:15 am

1 stop9h 40m

$301

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

7:35 am-8:32 pm

1 stop13h 57m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/24

11:59 pm-5:30 pm

1 stop16h 31m

$310

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/27

12:28 pm-9:46 am

2 stops22h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 6/10

10:41 am-11:33 am

2 stops23h 52m

$336

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/8

5:30 am-7:35 pm

2 stops15h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/24

1:08 am-11:52 pm

1 stop21h 44m

$432

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/30

8:45 am-6:55 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 5/30

9:55 pm-11:30 am

1 stop12h 35m

$624

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/18

12:50 am-11:25 pm

2 stops23h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 8/19

5:00 am-11:30 pm

2 stops17h 30m

$635

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/2

1:25 pm-4:38 pm

2 stops28h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/21

2:31 pm-11:56 am

2 stops20h 25m

$685

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/4

7:55 am-7:41 pm

2 stops36h 46m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/21

8:35 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops46h 50m

$1,406

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/11

8:10 am-10:55 pm

2 stops15h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/14

12:35 am-11:11 pm

2 stops21h 36m

$5,889

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/28

12:28 pm-9:46 am

2 stops22h 18m

$145

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Sacramento

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Costa Rica to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $420). 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 SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sacramento ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Sacramento when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Sacramento by month

Plan your trip to Sacramento by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sacramento, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Aeromexico
7.5
Good
1,698 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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 Sacramento. 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 Sacramento from Costa Rica?

    Located just 9.4 mi from the city center, Sacramento Intl (SMF) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Sacramento from Costa Rica.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Costa Rica to Sacramento are Spirit Airlines ($145), United Airlines ($174), and Alaska Airlines ($271).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Sacramento (average of $284). Flying from Costa Rica to Sacramento in June is currently the most expensive (average of $420). 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 3 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Sacramento

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Sacramento. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$438Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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