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$150+ 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 7/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — TPA
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sat 6/21
Sat 6/28
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 June 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$282
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$150
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$316
From Costa Rica to Tampa
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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 June 16, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Fri 7/1112:16 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/155:40 amTPA - SJO
1 stop7h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/15$282
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 8/204:10 amSJO - TPA
1 stop7h 17mCopa Airlines
Tue 8/263:16 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop5h 31mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/16$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 9/117:55 amSJO - TPA
1 stop24h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/165:15 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop28h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/14$292
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Fri 9/56:00 amSJO - TPA
1 stop9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/1010:39 amTPA - SJO
1 stop11h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/2712:16 pmSJO - TPA
1 stop6h 01mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/16:16 pmTPA - SJO
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$362
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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.
Sat 12/207:05 amSJO - TPA
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Sun 1/45:30 amTPA - SJO
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/16$392
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/41:40 amSJO - TPA
1 stop8h 35mAvianca
Wed 9/102:15 pmTPA - SJO
1 stop21h 05mAvianca
Deal found 6/14$460
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 12/194:00 pmLIR - TPA
1 stop24h 44mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/267:15 amTPA - LIR
1 stop29h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/15$1,598
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Fri 12/1911:00 amLIR - TPA
2 stops27h 25mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/266:25 pmTPA - LIR
2 stops61h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/15$1,665
This WestJet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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 WestJet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/192:55 pmLIR - TPA
1 stop21h 33mWestJet
Fri 12/262:30 pmTPA - LIR
2 stops41h 34mWestJet
Deal found 6/15$1,824

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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 June 16, 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

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 7/11

12:16 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Tampa

Tue 7/15

5:40 am-11:11 am

1 stop7h 31m

$282

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/20

4:10 am-1:27 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Tampa

Tue 8/26

3:16 pm-6:47 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$289

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/11

7:55 am-10:40 am

1 stop24h 45m

Tampa

Tue 9/16

5:15 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop28h 22m

$292

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/5

6:00 am-5:51 pm

1 stop9h 51m

Tampa

Wed 9/10

10:39 am-7:42 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$301

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/27

12:16 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Tampa

Fri 8/1

6:16 pm-11:11 am

2 stops18h 55m

$362

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/26

1:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Tampa

Mon 9/1

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$392

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

1:40 am-12:15 pm

1 stop8h 35m

Tampa

Wed 9/10

2:15 pm-9:20 am

1 stop21h 05m

$460

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/24

5:05 am-8:31 pm

2 stops13h 26m

$150

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/26

12:18 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$161

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/12

5:57 am-1:27 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$166

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa

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Cheapflights Insights

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Costa Rica to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 June 16, 2025.

When flying from Costa Rica to Tampa, 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 Tampa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tampa ranges from 1.6 - 7.8 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 7.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Tampa when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Tampa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tampa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, June is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 60.8 F).

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 June 16, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Copa Airlines from Costa Rica to Tampa have to say. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
7,963 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
1,452 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
8,801 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 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.

  • 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 Copa Airlines ($166), Spirit Airlines ($167), and United Airlines ($170).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa (average of $208). Flying from Costa Rica to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $270). 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 June 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$202Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$266Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$283Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$292Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$457Average$630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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