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$180+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to San Diego (SAN)

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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SAN
Mar 2 — Mar 91
Mon 3/2
Mon 3/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to San Diego

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 31, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/208:11 am
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop11h 02m
Copa Airlines
Fri 3/68:18 pm
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop10h 47m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/30$310
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Thu 2/198:45 am
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop15h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 2/257:45 am
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop22h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/30$313
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/228:11 am
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop11h 02m
Copa Airlines
Sun 3/18:18 pm
SAN
-
SJO
2 stops18h 28m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/30$315
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/224:08 am
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop15h 22m
Copa Airlines
Wed 7/298:58 pm
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop15h 55m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/29$321
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 4/237:55 am
SJO
-
SAN
2 stops13h 17m
United Airlines
Sat 5/28:45 pm
SAN
-
SJO
2 stops14h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/242:54 pm
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop28h 19m
Copa Airlines
Mon 3/28:18 pm
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop8h 47m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/30$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/2612:35 pm
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop11h 25m
United Airlines
Wed 3/411:57 am
SAN
-
SJO
2 stops22h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 4/238:45 am
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop16h 44m
United Airlines
Thu 4/306:15 am
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop12h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 2/1912:35 pm
SJO
-
SAN
2 stops23h 49m
United Airlines
Sat 2/286:15 am
SAN
-
SJO
1 stop24h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Tue 7/2111:13 am
SJO
-
SAN
1 stop9h 44m
United Airlines
Tue 7/288:50 pm
SAN
-
SJO
2 stops12h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/29$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 2/2012:50 pm
LIR
-
SAN
2 stops12h 50m
United Airlines
Thu 2/2611:05 am
SAN
-
LIR
2 stops27h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/30$466
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Fri 5/811:49 am
LIR
-
SAN
1 stop11h 27m
United Airlines
Mon 5/115:00 pm
SAN
-
LIR
1 stop18h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/30$475

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated January 31, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$310
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$180
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

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February

Average price

$310
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to San Diego 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 January 31, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to San Diego that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/22

10:08 am-5:13 pm

1 stop9h 05m

San Diego

Wed 2/25

8:17 pm-4:48 pm

1 stop18h 31m

$310

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/20

10:08 am-5:13 pm

1 stop9h 05m

San Diego

Fri 2/27

8:17 pm-9:06 am

1 stop10h 49m

$310

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/20

8:11 am-5:13 pm

1 stop11h 02m

San Diego

Fri 3/6

8:18 pm-8:20 am

1 stop10h 02m

$310

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

5:50 am-5:13 pm

1 stop13h 23m

San Diego

Fri 4/17

9:18 pm-9:05 am

1 stop10h 47m

$310

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

5:50 am-5:13 pm

1 stop13h 23m

San Diego

Fri 4/24

9:18 pm-9:05 am

1 stop10h 47m

$310

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/18

8:48 am-5:13 pm

1 stop10h 25m

San Diego

Fri 2/27

8:17 pm-8:21 am

1 stop10h 04m

$310

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/25

10:08 am-5:13 pm

1 stop9h 05m

San Diego

Fri 3/6

8:18 pm-7:05 am

1 stop8h 47m

$310

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/22

10:08 am-5:13 pm

1 stop9h 05m

San Diego

Sun 3/1

8:18 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop15h 35m

$310

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

12:35 pm-10:07 am

2 stops23h 32m

San Diego

Fri 4/17

5:00 pm-10:11 am

1 stop16h 11m

$313

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

2:20 pm-6:33 pm

1 stop30h 13m

San Diego

Sat 2/28

11:57 am-8:32 am

1 stop18h 35m

$313

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to San Diego

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to San Diego (average of $215). Flying from Costa Rica to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated January 31, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Costa Rica to San Diego, such as Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,219 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,213 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

6.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to San Diego. 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 San Diego from Costa Rica?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Costa Rica to San Diego. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to San Diego?

    A quick flight from Costa Rica to San Diego can take about 9h 05m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $310. Airlines will cover a distance of 2619 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $166 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Copa Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $167 and $169, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to San Diego 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 San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to San Diego (average of $215). Flying from Costa Rica to San Diego in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 San Diego

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to San Diego. 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 January 31, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$272Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$371Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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