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$245+ 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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SMF
Jun 15 — Jun 221
Mon 6/15
Mon 6/22
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 May 16, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 5/188:45 am
SJO
-
SMF
1 stop26h 02m
United Airlines
Mon 5/258:50 am
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops24h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12$430
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 9/161:25 pm
SJO
-
SMF
1 stop9h 58m
United Airlines
Wed 9/232:12 pm
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops21h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 9/141:25 pm
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops22h 47m
United Airlines
Fri 9/186:50 pm
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops16h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13$443
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Thu 12/36:20 am
SJO
-
SMF
1 stop20h 14m
American Airlines
Tue 12/85:42 am
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop15h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/11$450
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 9/248:45 am
SJO
-
SMF
1 stop14h 02m
United Airlines
Mon 9/286:37 pm
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops24h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/14$454
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 9/121:05 pm
SJO
-
SMF
2 stops22h 09m
American Airlines
Mon 9/212:50 pm
SMF
-
SJO
2 stops19h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/14$463
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/13. 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 5/2512:30 am
SJO
-
SMF
1 stop23h 13m
United Airlines
Thu 6/45:15 am
SMF
-
SJO
1 stop16h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/13$486
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 6/23:27 pm
LIR
-
SMF
1 stop21h 40m
United Airlines
Mon 6/85:05 am
SMF
-
LIR
2 stops27h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12$586
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 9/241:20 pm
LIR
-
SMF
2 stops24h 57m
United Airlines
Mon 9/2810:14 am
SMF
-
LIR
2 stops24h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12$600
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 6/23:27 pm
LIR
-
SMF
2 stops24h 43m
United Airlines
Thu 6/115:05 am
SMF
-
LIR
2 stops27h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12$607
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 6/51:20 pm
LIR
-
SMF
2 stops21h 05m
United Airlines
Sun 6/710:13 am
SMF
-
LIR
2 stops22h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/12$649
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 6/253:27 pm
LIR
-
SMF
2 stops19h 08m
United Airlines
Thu 7/25:15 am
SMF
-
LIR
1 stop27h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/11$655

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Sacramento

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Round-trip from

$430
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$245
(United Airlines)

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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 May 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Sacramento that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/10

8:45 am-9:33 am

1 stop25h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/17

1:10 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop22h 11m

$440

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/16

1:25 pm-9:36 am

2 stops21h 11m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/23

8:19 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops15h 02m

$443
Quickest round-trip

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/30

7:55 am-11:37 pm

2 stops16h 42m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 10/6

5:20 am-7:37 pm

1 stop13h 17m

$443

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/24

1:25 pm-9:36 am

2 stops21h 11m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/28

8:20 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops22h 17m

$443

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/28

8:45 am-9:33 am

1 stop25h 48m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 9/4

1:10 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop22h 11m

$486

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/2

6:00 am-9:25 am

2 stops28h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/30

8:19 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops22h 18m

$486

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/12

7:55 am-11:56 pm

2 stops17h 01m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/17

6:50 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops16h 31m

$499

San JoséSacramento

SJO - SMF

SJOSMF

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/22

7:55 am-11:59 pm

2 stops17h 04m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 8/6

1:15 pm-10:11 am

1 stop19h 56m

$556

LiberiaSacramento

LIR - SMF

LIRSMF

Liberia

Thu 9/24

1:20 pm-9:33 am

2 stops21h 13m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/28

12:57 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops22h 13m

$600

LiberiaSacramento

LIR - SMF

LIRSMF

Liberia

Thu 6/25

3:27 pm-9:35 am

2 stops19h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 7/2

5:15 am-9:50 am

1 stop27h 35m

$655

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Deals found on 5/11

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Costa Rica to Sacramento?

Booking 57 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Costa Rica to Sacramento. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April 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 February is currently the most expensive (average of $372). 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 May 16, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,727 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,727 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,727 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,662 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,727 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

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 26h 38m. 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, April 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 February is currently the most expensive (average of $372). 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 Sacramento

Discover the top 2 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 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$237Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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