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$114+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Tampa (TPA)

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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — TPA
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Tampa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Tampa flight deals. Data was last updated November 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$230
(OneTravel)

One-way from

$114
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$338
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Tampa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Tampa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 3, 2025.

This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/512:39 pmSJO - TPA
2 stops17h 32mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/118:09 amTPA - SJO
1 stop5h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/1$230
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Mon 11/101:30 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop8h 21mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/156:45 amTPA - SJO
1 stop6h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/1$233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/712:35 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/127:00 amTPA - SJO
1 stop14h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$236
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/191:30 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop8h 21mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/17:00 amTPA - SJO
1 stop6h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/2$238
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/51:31 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop16h 40mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/88:09 amTPA - SJO
1 stop5h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/2$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 11/191:30 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop8h 21mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/310:04 amTPA - SJO
1 stop27h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/1$241
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:31 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop5h 37mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/78:31 amTPA - SJO
1 stop4h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/2$242
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/221:20 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop9h 31mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/297:00 amTPA - SJO
1 stop6h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/2$245
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/201:20 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop9h 31mSpirit Airlines
Thu 11/277:00 amTPA - SJO
1 stop6h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/2$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/612:35 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop21h 02mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/105:17 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop28h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/2$249
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 11/201:20 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop9h 31mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/247:00 amTPA - SJO
1 stop6h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/2$251
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/258:35 amLIR - TPA
1 stop25h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/25:15 pmTPA - LIR
1 stop26h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/3$338

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Tampa 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 November 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Tampa that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

Fly to

Tampa

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/7

8:45 am-9:28 pm

1 stop11h 43m

Tampa

Wed 11/12

11:45 am-8:39 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$236

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

12:35 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Tampa

Mon 11/10

5:17 pm-11:25 am

1 stop19h 08m

$249

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 12/21

8:45 am-6:04 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Tampa

Fri 1/2

9:40 am-8:39 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$261

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/13

4:08 am-12:34 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Tampa

Mon 11/17

2:24 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$277

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/9

4:08 am-12:34 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Tampa

Sat 11/15

2:24 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$277

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/4

4:08 am-12:36 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Tampa

Wed 12/10

2:24 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$298

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/13

4:08 am-12:36 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Tampa

Wed 12/17

2:24 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$309

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/18

5:50 am-9:41 pm

1 stop14h 51m

Tampa

Fri 1/23

4:51 am-5:01 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$320

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/13

4:09 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Tampa

Sun 1/25

4:51 am-10:00 am

1 stop6h 09m

$333

LiberiaTampa

LIR - TPA

LIRTPA

Liberia

Tue 11/25

2:20 pm-3:51 pm

1 stop24h 31m

Tampa

Tue 12/2

7:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$338

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa (average of $118). Flying from Costa Rica to Tampa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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 TPA?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Tampa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 3, 2025.

When flying from Costa Rica to Tampa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 32% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Costa Rica to Tampa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Costa Rica to Tampa. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Costa Rica to Tampa flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tampa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tampa. 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 Tampa. Reviews last updated November 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from Costa Rica to Tampa by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,561 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,113 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa, you will be flying into Tampa. Tampa (TPA) is just 4.9 mi from the center of the city.

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

    United Airlines and American Airlines can get you from Costa Rica to Tampa in just under 7h 41m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 02m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1216 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Costa Rica to Tampa are Spirit Airlines ($126), United Airlines ($136), and JetBlue ($138).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa (average of $118). Flying from Costa Rica to Tampa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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 5 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Tampa

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Tampa. 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$162Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$189Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$263Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$292Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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