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$372+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Switzerland

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 1/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — ZRH
Jan 27 — Feb 31
Tue 1/27
Tue 2/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Switzerland

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Switzerland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Switzerland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 28, 2025.

This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:30 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop28h 45mKLM
Wed 1/146:50 amZRH - SJO
1 stop18h 35mKLM
Deal found 12/27$948
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/275:15 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/135:30 pmZRH - SJO
1 stop31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$987
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Wed 12/318:50 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop14h 25mAir Canada
Sun 1/111:20 pmZRH - SJO
1 stop17h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 12/26$1,061
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Tue 12/308:35 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop18h 50mAir Canada
Fri 1/91:20 pmZRH - SJO
1 stop17h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 12/26$1,065
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/308:35 amSJO - ZRH
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/99:35 amZRH - SJO
Nonstop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,087
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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.
Wed 12/318:50 amSJO - ZRH
2 stops18h 35mAir Canada
Tue 1/137:30 amZRH - SJO
2 stops22h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 12/26$1,093
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:30 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop34h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/146:30 amZRH - SJO
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/28$1,101
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/302:20 pmSJO - ZRH
2 stops34h 35mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/99:40 amZRH - SJO
2 stops29h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$1,104
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:30 pmSJO - ZRH
1 stop31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/47:05 pmZRH - SJO
1 stop29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$1,106
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/298:30 pmSJO - GVA
1 stop13h 10mKLM
Mon 1/57:10 amGVA - SJO
1 stop18h 15mKLM
Deal found 12/28$1,276
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 12/299:05 amSJO - GVA
1 stop15h 20mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/59:15 amGVA - SJO
1 stop17h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/28$8,402
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/293:50 pmSJO - GVA
3 stops45h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/57:10 amGVA - SJO
3 stops46h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/28$14,968

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Switzerland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Switzerland flight deals. Data was last updated December 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$831
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$372
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,110

Good round-trip deal

$1,100 or less

Good one-way deal

$691 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Switzerland 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 December 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Switzerland that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Switzerland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséGeneva

SJO - GVA

SJOGVA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

8:35 am-10:00 am

2 stops18h 25m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 5/20

12:40 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops41h 20m

$837

San JoséGeneva

SJO - GVA

SJOGVA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

5:30 am-10:00 am

2 stops21h 30m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 3/17

10:20 am-11:42 am

2 stops32h 22m

$873

San JoséBasel

SJO - BSL

SJOBSL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/20

7:00 am-1:50 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 3/31

10:35 am-5:10 pm

1 stop14h 35m

$891

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/10

9:40 am-3:30 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Zurich

Tue 2/17

1:15 pm-8:32 am

1 stop26h 17m

$893

San JoséGeneva

SJO - GVA

SJOGVA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

5:30 am-10:00 am

2 stops21h 30m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Wed 3/18

6:45 am-7:39 pm

2 stops19h 54m

$906

San JoséBasel

SJO - BSL

SJOBSL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/20

7:00 am-1:50 pm

2 stops23h 50m

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Tue 3/31

10:15 am-9:15 pm

2 stops19h 00m

$915

San JoséGeneva

SJO - GVA

SJOGVA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

7:45 am-11:40 am

2 stops20h 55m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Tue 3/17

9:15 am-6:53 pm

1 stop16h 38m

$942

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/26

9:40 am-3:30 pm

1 stop22h 50m

Zurich

Mon 2/2

1:15 pm-8:32 am

1 stop26h 17m

$945

San JoséZurich

SJO - ZRH

SJOZRH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/31

8:30 pm-8:15 am

1 stop28h 45m

Zurich

Tue 1/13

7:10 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop30h 15m

$948

San JoséGeneva

SJO - GVA

SJOGVA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

4:09 am-10:15 am

3 stops23h 06m

Geneva Geneve-Cointrin

Mon 2/9

11:00 am-7:06 am

3 stops27h 06m

$961

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Deals found on 12/26

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Switzerland

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Switzerland (average of $652). Flying from Costa Rica to Switzerland in August is currently the most expensive (average of $945). 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 CH?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Switzerland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 28, 2025.

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

How often are flights from Costa Rica to Switzerland delayed?

About 27% of weekly flights between Costa Rica and Switzerland have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Costa Rica to Switzerland flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Costa Rica to Switzerland flights?

Over the last year, Edelweiss Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 27% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Switzerland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Switzerland. 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 Switzerland. Reviews last updated December 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown KLM, SWISS, and Air France from Costa Rica to Switzerland. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,436 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,436 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,436 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,832 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,436 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air France
7.4
Good
1,515 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,436 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,563 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,436 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,059 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,436 reviews

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Switzerland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this Costa Rica to Switzerland flight route?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Costa Rica to Switzerland.

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

    For as low as $831, Air Canada can have you in Switzerland from Costa Rica in 18h 25m. There are 5732 mi between Costa Rica and Switzerland. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Switzerland (average of $652). Flying from Costa Rica to Switzerland in August is currently the most expensive (average of $945). 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 6 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Switzerland

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Switzerland. 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 December 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
KLMCheapest$670Average$907FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air CanadaCheapest$676Average$888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
IberiaCheapest$745Average$1,240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$755Average$1,127FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
United AirlinesCheapest$793Average$891FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SWISSCheapest$795Average$1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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