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$85+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to the United States

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to USA

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to USA flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$122
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$85
(Mytrip)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$316

Good round-trip deal

$128 or less

Good one-way deal

$90 or less
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Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to USA
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to USA. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/167:30 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Thu 10/302:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 05mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 9/10$122
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 11/17:30 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Sat 11/81:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 9/10$123
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 9/297:30 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Mon 10/62:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 05mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 9/10$124
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/47:30 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 07mVolaris Costa Rica
Sun 11/91:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 9/10$125
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/107:30 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Sun 10/122:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 05mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 9/10$126
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/167:30 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Sun 10/192:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 05mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 9/11$127
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 9/247:30 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Tue 9/302:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 05mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 9/11$129
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/37:30 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Mon 10/62:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 05mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 9/9$130
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/97:30 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Mon 10/132:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 05mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 9/10$132
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/27:30 amSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 08mVolaris Costa Rica
Mon 10/62:08 pmMCO - SJO
Nonstop3h 05mVolaris Costa Rica
Deal found 9/10$133
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Sat 10/1812:35 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop2h 55mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/2010:45 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$137
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2112:19 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop3h 01mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/2510:20 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$138

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to USA 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to the United States that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

USA

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/2

1:00 pm-6:07 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 10/28

11:10 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

$165

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/1

1:00 pm-6:07 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

Fort Lauderdale

Fri 10/31

11:10 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

$169

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/17

1:00 pm-6:04 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 10/28

11:10 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

$169

San JoséFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/11

11:37 am-8:50 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Fort Lauderdale

Mon 10/13

7:01 am-10:41 am

1 stop5h 40m

$175

San JoséMiami

SJO - MIA

SJOMIA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/26

8:50 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Miami

Sun 9/28

3:10 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$193

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/8

8:45 am-8:54 pm

1 stop11h 09m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 11/15

2:00 pm-11:25 am

1 stop22h 25m

$195

San JoséMiami

SJO - MIA

SJOMIA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/10

5:05 am-4:05 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Miami

Mon 10/13

5:45 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$195

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/25

7:55 am-8:59 pm

1 stop11h 04m

New York LaGuardia

Fri 10/31

8:20 pm-10:25 am

1 stop16h 05m

$195

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/5

8:45 am-11:14 pm

1 stop13h 29m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 11/12

9:55 am-11:25 am

1 stop26h 30m

$195

San JoséNew York

SJO - LGA

SJOLGA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/25

7:55 am-11:14 pm

1 stop13h 19m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 11/2

3:41 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop22h 34m

$195

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to USA

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to the United States

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to USA (average of $246). Flying from Costa Rica to USA in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 US?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to USA. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing USA

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to USA. 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 USA. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Costa Rica to the United States, such as United Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,913 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
Avianca
6.7
Okay
2,436 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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

    The Costa Rica to United States flight path was viewed by 12 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Airlines like JetBlue, Spirit Airlines, and Avianca fly from Costa Rica to USA in about 2h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 23m. The distance from Costa Rica to USA is about 1121 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 USA one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $91. Users have also found prices from $116 and $124 on Volaris Costa Rica and JetBlue, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to USA (average of $246). Flying from Costa Rica to USA in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 10 airlines flying from Costa Rica to USA

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to USA. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$104Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$105Average$203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$126Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
AviancaCheapest$135Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$172Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$187Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
DeltaCheapest$195Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$201Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
United AirlinesCheapest$215Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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