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$183+ 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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — TPA
Jul 7 — Jul 141
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Tampa

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 7, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Sat 10/38:55 am
SJO
-
TPA
Nonstop3h 10m
Breeze Airways
Sat 10/106:40 am
TPA
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 15m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/7$293
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 10/211:25 pm
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop19h 14m
United Airlines
Sat 10/3112:00 pm
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop25h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 10/218:55 am
SJO
-
TPA
Nonstop3h 10m
Breeze Airways
Sat 10/246:40 am
TPA
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 15m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/6$302
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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.
Sat 10/38:55 am
SJO
-
TPA
Nonstop3h 10m
Breeze Airways
Wed 10/76:40 am
TPA
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 15m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/7$303
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Thu 10/222:48 pm
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop20h 47m
Copa Airlines
Mon 10/263:37 pm
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop19h 27m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/4$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 10/221:25 pm
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop30h 03m
United Airlines
Mon 11/29:40 am
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop26h 45m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/5$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Wed 8/262:56 pm
SJO
-
TPA
2 stops19h 16m
American Airlines
Mon 9/146:12 pm
TPA
-
SJO
2 stops20h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/6$310
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/189:55 am
SJO
-
TPA
Nonstop3h 10m
Breeze Airways
Wed 12/26:40 am
TPA
-
SJO
Nonstop3h 15m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 6/3$312
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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.
Tue 7/211:37 pm
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop21h 58m
Copa Airlines
Tue 7/283:27 pm
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop21h 39m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/4$315
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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.
Thu 10/221:05 pm
SJO
-
TPA
2 stops19h 48m
American Airlines
Mon 10/268:03 pm
TPA
-
SJO
2 stops17h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/6$316
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 10/221:25 pm
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop19h 14m
United Airlines
Sun 10/257:15 am
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop29h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/6$318
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2210:26 am
SJO
-
TPA
1 stop10h 15m
Copa Airlines
Sat 11/282:30 pm
TPA
-
SJO
1 stop17h 32m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/2$319

Find 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 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$293
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$183
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$331

Good round-trip deal

$152 or less

Good one-way deal

$185 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Tampa flight deals.
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From Costa Rica to Tampa
One-way flight from Costa Rica to Tampa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($12 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Costa Rica to Tampa.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Costa Rica to Tampa.

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 June 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Tampa that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/20

12:30 am-9:29 pm

1 stop18h 59m

Tampa

Tue 7/28

7:15 am-10:11 am

1 stop28h 56m

$297

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/22

6:17 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop17h 18m

Tampa

Tue 7/28

3:27 pm-7:12 am

1 stop17h 45m

$304
Quickest round-trip

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/20

5:45 am-11:05 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Tampa

Thu 8/27

5:21 am-9:04 am

1 stop5h 43m

$304

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/21

12:30 am-9:29 pm

1 stop18h 59m

Tampa

Sat 8/29

7:00 am-12:21 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$307

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/28

4:08 am-11:05 pm

1 stop16h 57m

Tampa

Wed 8/5

5:21 am-9:04 am

1 stop5h 43m

$307

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/26

5:45 am-11:05 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Tampa

Mon 9/14

5:21 am-9:04 am

1 stop5h 43m

$328

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/28

1:37 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Tampa

Thu 8/6

3:27 pm-10:58 am

1 stop21h 31m

$329

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/21

1:37 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop21h 58m

Tampa

Sat 7/25

5:21 am-11:06 am

1 stop7h 45m

$331

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/18

5:55 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop17h 40m

Tampa

Sun 8/23

3:27 pm-7:10 am

1 stop17h 43m

$331

San JoséTampa

SJO - TPA

SJOTPA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 7/12

1:37 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop21h 58m

Tampa

Thu 7/23

3:27 pm-7:12 am

1 stop17h 45m

$339

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa (average of $95). Flying from Costa Rica to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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.

How often are flights from Costa Rica to Tampa delayed?

About 50% of weekly flights between Costa Rica and Tampa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 102 minutes.

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

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

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa?

The price you pay for your flight from Costa Rica to Tampa may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 81 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 7, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta,Copa Airlines, andUnited 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.

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rakshith,May 2026

TPE - SEA

I got middle seat, but it was cheap $340 for Taipei to PDX ,

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, Copa Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from Costa Rica to Tampa in just under 17h 18m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 48m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1246 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 United Airlines ($137), Delta ($148), and JetBlue ($150).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Tampa?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $152. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Tampa) can be booked for $285 on average, our data indicates $209 when flying from Costa Rica to Tampa.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Tampa (average of $95). Flying from Costa Rica to Tampa in March is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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 Tampa

Discover the top 4 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 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$129Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$242Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$253Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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