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$159+ 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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SMF
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Fri 3/13
Fri 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Sacramento

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 February 11, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Tue 3/105:30 am
SJO
-
SMF
1 stop32h 20m
United Airlines
Thu 4/163:53 pm
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops17h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$260
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Mon 9/217:55 am
SJO
-
SMF
1 stop28h 53m
United Airlines
Mon 9/287:00 am
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop28h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7$271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/128:40 am
SJO
-
SMF
1 stop14h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 3/174:00 pm
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops28h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$282
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Fri 5/17:55 am
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops26h 30m
United Airlines
Sat 5/96:36 pm
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop9h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 3/412:35 pm
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops23h 01m
United Airlines
Wed 4/85:15 am
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop13h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$304
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/411:13 am
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops23h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 8/87:00 pm
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop9h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Thu 4/166:12 pm
LIR
-
SMF
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/2311:51 am
SMF
-
LIR
1 stop17h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 3/512:35 pm
LIR
-
SMF
1 stop11h 55m
United Airlines
Mon 3/95:15 am
SMF
-
LIR
1 stop11h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$483
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 4/2911:20 am
LIR
-
SMF
1 stop24h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 5/511:50 am
SMF
-
LIR
2 stops17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$484
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Tue 4/281:20 pm
LIR
-
SMF
2 stops21h 18m
United Airlines
Tue 5/512:55 pm
SMF
-
LIR
2 stops22h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/8$493
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 4/162:10 pm
LIR
-
SMF
2 stops18h 55m
Southwest
Thu 4/238:55 pm
SMF
-
LIR
2 stops15h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 2/10$503
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Tue 4/211:20 pm
LIR
-
SMF
1 stop24h 18m
United Airlines
Thu 4/301:55 pm
SMF
-
LIR
2 stops21h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$517

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Sacramento

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Round-trip from

$260
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$159
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Average price

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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 February 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

1:20 pm-9:36 am

2 stops21h 16m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/15

7:31 am-7:32 am

1 stop23h 01m

$271

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/12

8:40 am-10:30 pm

1 stop14h 50m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/17

4:00 pm-9:32 pm

2 stops28h 32m

$282

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

7:55 am-9:25 am

2 stops26h 30m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/9

2:23 pm-5:30 am

2 stops14h 07m

$285

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/8

5:40 am-10:33 am

1 stop29h 53m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 4/25

3:53 pm-7:15 am

1 stop14h 22m

$291

LiberiaSacramento

LIR - SMF

LIRSMF

Liberia

Thu 4/16

6:12 pm-11:07 am

1 stop17h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 4/23

11:51 am-6:20 am

1 stop17h 29m

$443

LiberiaSacramento

LIR - SMF

LIRSMF

Liberia

Thu 3/5

12:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/9

5:00 am-3:08 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$483

LiberiaSacramento

LIR - SMF

LIRSMF

Liberia

Wed 4/29

11:20 am-11:07 am

1 stop24h 47m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

11:50 am-6:20 am

2 stops17h 30m

$484

LiberiaSacramento

LIR - SMF

LIRSMF

Liberia

Tue 4/28

1:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

9:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$493

LiberiaSacramento

LIR - SMF

LIRSMF

Liberia

Thu 4/30

1:20 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

4:00 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops19h 10m

$493

LiberiaSacramento

LIR - SMF

LIRSMF

Liberia

Wed 4/29

11:49 am-8:56 pm

1 stop10h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/5

8:22 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops14h 48m

$493

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Sacramento (average of $214). Flying from Costa Rica to Sacramento in November is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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.

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 February 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Costa Rica to Sacramento to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,178 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
7.9
Good
8,178 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,178 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,269 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,178 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,262 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,178 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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.

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

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Costa Rica to Sacramento in about 21h 16m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Costa Rica and Sacramento are separated by a distance of 3038 mi.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Sacramento (average of $214). Flying from Costa Rica to Sacramento in November is currently the most expensive (average of $331). 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 February 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$407Average$520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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