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$101+ 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — LAX
oct. 28 — nov. 41
lun. 10/28
lun. 11/4
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SJO - LAX
oct. 28 - nov. 4

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This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
jeu. 11/141:31 pmSJO - FLL
Nonstop2h 59mSpirit Airlines
lun. 11/2510:35 amFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/22$153
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/1212:26 pmSJO - MCO
Nonstop3h 16mSpirit Airlines
mar. 11/191:15 pmMCO - SJO
2 stops12h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/22$181
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 11/2112:26 pmSJO - IAH
1 stop13h 09mSpirit Airlines
jeu. 11/288:22 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop15h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/23$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
ven. 11/1511:15 amSJO - LAX
1 stop25h 18mVolaris El Salvador
mar. 11/1911:47 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop12h 34mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/21$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
jeu. 11/215:30 amSJO - LAX
1 stop17h 07mMultiple Airlines
jeu. 11/2812:03 pmLAX - SJO
1 stop20h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/22$222
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
mar. 11/121:56 amSJO - LGA
1 stop8h 04mSpirit Airlines
mer. 11/206:54 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop7h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/21$223
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
ven. 10/2511:01 amSJO - IAH
1 stop7h 57mVolaris El Salvador
sam. 11/22:41 pmIAH - SJO
1 stop20h 36mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 10/23$242
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 12/51:35 amSJO - FLL
Nonstop2h 48mJetBlue
mar. 12/1010:40 pmFLL - SJO
Nonstop2h 50mJetBlue
Deal found 10/22$243
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
mer. 12/410:45 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop6h 45mAvianca
sam. 1/2510:00 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 00mAvianca
Deal found 10/22$245
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
jeu. 11/145:20 pmSJO - MIA
1 stop6h 22mCopa Airlines
dim. 11/173:03 amMIA - SJO
1 stop5h 32mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/23$246
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/22. 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.
jeu. 11/1412:35 pmSJO - MIA
1 stop28h 18mUnited Airlines
dim. 11/176:30 amMIA - SJO
1 stop29h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/22$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/23. 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.
sam. 11/912:35 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop9h 39mUnited Airlines
ven. 11/157:59 pmLGA - SJO
1 stop16h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/23$251

Find flights from Costa Rica to USA within your budget

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 2,499,819 searches. Data last updated octobre 23, 2024.

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San José Juan Santamaria IntlHouston George Bush Intcntl

SJO - IAH

SJOIAH

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 1/28

1 stop14h 35m

Houston George Bush Intcntl

mer. 2/5

1 stop8h 20m

$135

San José Juan Santamaria IntlFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jeu. 11/14

Nonstop2h 59m

Fort Lauderdale

dim. 11/17

Nonstop2h 51m

$153

San José Juan Santamaria IntlOrlando

SJO - MCO

SJOMCO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 1/20

2 stops13h 30m

Orlando

mar. 1/28

3 stops12h 20m

$169

San José Juan Santamaria IntlOrlando

SJO - MCO

SJOMCO

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mer. 1/29

Nonstop3h 24m

Orlando

mar. 2/4

2 stops27h 14m

$172

San José Juan Santamaria IntlLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jeu. 11/7

1 stop17h 07m

Los Angeles

mar. 11/12

1 stop22h 18m

$213

San José Juan Santamaria IntlLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 11/11

1 stop25h 18m

Los Angeles

jeu. 11/14

1 stop20h 14m

$217

San José Juan Santamaria IntlMiami

SJO - MIA

SJOMIA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 1/27

1 stop6h 20m

Miami

lun. 2/3

1 stop5h 55m

$242

San José Juan Santamaria IntlMiami

SJO - MIA

SJOMIA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 2/3

Nonstop3h 05m

Miami

ven. 2/7

Nonstop3h 00m

$243

San José Juan Santamaria IntlFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mer. 12/4

Nonstop2h 48m

Fort Lauderdale

dim. 12/8

Nonstop2h 50m

$243

San José Juan Santamaria IntlMiami

SJO - MIA

SJOMIA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jeu. 11/14

1 stop28h 18m

Miami

dim. 11/17

1 stop29h 55m

$249

San José Juan Santamaria IntlFort Lauderdale

SJO - FLL

SJOFLL

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jeu. 11/14

1 stop9h 25m

Fort Lauderdale

dim. 11/17

1 stop7h 45m

$258

San José Juan Santamaria IntlLos Angeles

SJO - LAX

SJOLAX

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jeu. 3/13

Nonstop7h 30m

Los Angeles

lun. 3/24

1 stop23h 01m

$320

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Deals found on 10/22

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Travel insights for flights from Costa Rica to USA

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Costa Rica to USA including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to USA (average of $240). Flying from Costa Rica to USA in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 octobre 23, 2024.

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.

Rainfall in USA by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in USA ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit USA when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in USA by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to USA, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

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 octobre 23, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, Volaris El Salvador and Volaris from Costa Rica to USA. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,156 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,156 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,156 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,885 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,156 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,156 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,917 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,156 reviews

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

  • Can I find flights from Costa Rica to USA for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Costa Rica to USA for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $135, but on average you can expect to pay $227.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Costa Rica to USA for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Costa Rica to USA under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Costa Rica to USA is less than $382.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Costa Rica to USA for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Costa Rica to USA within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Costa Rica to USA?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.

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

    The Costa Rica to United States flight path was viewed by 19 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How many flights depart from Costa Rica to USA on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 6 flights from Costa Rica to USA a day.
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  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to USA?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines, Avianca, and Volaris El Salvador fly from Costa Rica to USA in about 13h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 48m. The distance from Costa Rica to USA is about 2738 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 $101. Users have also found prices from $114 and $115 on Volaris El Salvador and Volaris Costa Rica, respectively.

  • What does SJO to LAX mean?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is SJO and Los Angeles Airport is LAX. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. Miami Airport (MIA), San Francisco Airport (SFO), Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS), New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to USA that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Costa Rica to USA flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Costa Rica to USA with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Costa Rica to USA flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to USA that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Costa Rica to USA offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Costa Rica to USA?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Costa Rica to USA flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Costa Rica to USA flight deals updated?

    The Costa Rica to USA flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/23.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to USA (average of $240). Flying from Costa Rica to USA in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 2,499,819 searches. Data last updated octobre 23, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Volaris El SalvadorCheapest$96Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
VolarisCheapest$122Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Volaris Costa RicaCheapest$133Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AviancaCheapest$138Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$144Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$149Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$161Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
FrontierCheapest$166Average$231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$181Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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