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$183+ 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 5/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — SAN
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to San Diego

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$310
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$210
(Priceline)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$517
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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 May 1, 2025.

This eDestinos 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/2512:28 pmSJO - SAN
2 stops19h 45mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/315:43 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops16h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$310
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/48:45 amSJO - SAN
1 stop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/103:25 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop17h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$392
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.
Sun 5/252:37 pmSJO - SAN
3 stops34h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/316:58 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$398
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.
Fri 5/2311:59 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop13h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/316:15 amSAN - SJO
1 stop15h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$406
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.
Thu 10/21:18 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop10h 41mDelta
Tue 10/79:40 pmSAN - SJO
1 stop13h 08mDelta
Deal found 4/30$461
This Copa 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/258:09 amSJO - SAN
1 stop10h 45mCopa Airlines
Sat 6/288:44 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops21h 04mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/30$524
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/3012:50 amSJO - SAN
2 stops21h 02mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/79:32 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops24h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$536
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.
Fri 5/161:10 pmSJO - SAN
1 stop10h 10mSouthwest
Sun 5/186:40 amSAN - SJO
2 stops12h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$543
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/83:25 pmLIR - SAN
2 stops19h 47mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/164:00 pmSAN - LIR
2 stops17h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$553
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/146:10 amSJO - SAN
2 stops12h 41mAvianca
Sun 5/1810:30 amSAN - SJO
3 stops12h 05mAvianca
Deal found 4/30$710
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/57:55 amSJO - SAN
2 stops32h 42mAir Canada
Tue 6/1012:55 pmSAN - SJO
2 stops30h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$838
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.
Tue 7/89:00 amLIR - SAN
3 stops23h 28mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/1612:45 pmSAN - LIR
2 stops22h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,087

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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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/25

12:28 pm-7:13 am

2 stops19h 45m

San Diego

Sat 5/31

5:43 pm-11:33 am

2 stops16h 50m

$310

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/4

8:45 am-10:45 pm

1 stop15h 00m

San Diego

Tue 6/10

3:25 pm-10:11 am

1 stop17h 46m

$392

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/25

2:37 pm-11:56 pm

3 stops34h 19m

San Diego

Sat 5/31

6:58 pm-11:33 am

2 stops15h 35m

$398

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/23

11:59 pm-12:48 pm

1 stop13h 49m

San Diego

Sat 5/31

6:15 am-10:24 pm

1 stop15h 09m

$406

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/25

8:09 am-5:54 pm

1 stop10h 45m

San Diego

Sat 6/28

8:44 pm-6:48 pm

2 stops21h 04m

$524

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/30

12:50 am-8:52 pm

2 stops21h 02m

San Diego

Thu 8/7

9:32 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops24h 58m

$536

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/16

1:10 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop10h 10m

San Diego

Sun 5/18

6:40 am-7:40 pm

2 stops12h 00m

$543

LiberiaSan Diego

LIR - SAN

LIRSAN

Liberia

Tue 7/8

3:25 pm-10:52 am

1 stop20h 27m

San Diego

Wed 7/16

3:25 pm-10:00 am

1 stop17h 35m

$553

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/14

6:10 am-5:51 pm

2 stops12h 41m

San Diego

Sun 5/18

10:30 am-11:35 pm

3 stops12h 05m

$710

San JoséSan Diego

SJO - SAN

SJOSAN

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/5

7:55 am-3:37 pm

2 stops32h 42m

San Diego

Tue 6/10

12:55 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops30h 30m

$838

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego 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 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 $286). Flying from Costa Rica to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to San Diego. 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 San Diego, 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 San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Copa Airlines from Costa Rica to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

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 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.

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

    $210 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $211 and $225, 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 $286). Flying from Costa Rica to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 4 airlines flying from Costa Rica to San Diego

Discover the top 4 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$349Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$354Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$398Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$498Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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