Costa Rica

Cheap First Class flights to Costa Rica

LAX — SJO
May 27 — Jun 31
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Cheap first class flights to Costa Rica in 2026

Find the latest flights to Costa Rica in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data were last updated on April 27, 2026.

Top Rated Airline

American Airlines

No. of Airlines

2
Most popular airline to fly first class with to Costa Rica in the past 7 days
Airlines that offer first class options for this route

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Cheapest first class flights to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable first class flight options available to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on April 27, 2026.

This Arajet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Arajet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/212:59 am
EWR
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SJO
1 stop18h 04m
Arajet
Wed 10/711:23 am
SJO
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EWR
1 stop10h 07m
Arajet
Deal found 4/25$414
This Arajet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Arajet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/912:59 am
EWR
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SJO
1 stop18h 04m
Arajet
Sat 10/175:48 pm
SJO
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EWR
1 stop14h 42m
Arajet
Deal found 4/25$434
This Arajet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Arajet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1612:59 am
EWR
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SJO
1 stop11h 39m
Arajet
Tue 6/237:48 pm
SJO
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EWR
1 stop12h 42m
Arajet
Deal found 4/26$534
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/196:05 am
EWR
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SJO
1 stop8h 10m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 6/251:21 pm
SJO
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EWR
1 stop8h 31m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/26$832
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/145:30 am
DFW
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SJO
1 stop7h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 5/181:00 pm
SJO
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DFW
1 stop9h 48m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/26$938
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/116:00 am
EWR
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SJO
1 stop7h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 5/151:00 pm
SJO
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1 stop17h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/23$986

Travel insights for first class flights from USA to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a First Class flight from USA to Costa Rica (average of $1,275). Flying from USA to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $4,688). 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.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Top first class airline flying to Costa Rica

Explore the top four first class airlines operating flights to Costa Rica. Find out more about these airlines and their offerings, including amenities, in-flight services, and customer reviews. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on April 27, 2026.
AirlineRatingFirst ClassPrice
Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $310First ClassRating
7.9
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8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

8.5

Crew

7.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

Reviews

1 / 10
Great customer service and help with wheelchair.

Frequently asked questions about Costa Rica first class tickets

Find answers to common questions related to first class tickets for flights to Costa Rica. Get information on booking, amenities, upgrade options, and more. This FAQ section was last updated on April 27, 2026.
  • How many premium cabins does Alaska Airlines have for flights to Costa Rica?

    Alaska Airlines currently offers a couple premium cabin classes on flights to Costa Rica: First Class and Business Class. Still not enough? Try taking a look at other airlines or choosing a new departing point for more cabin options.

  • What airlines can I book First Class flights to Costa Rica with?

    Alaska Airlines is a highly recommended provider for First Class flight tickets to Costa Rica. Check for amenities list before you book to take advantage of more premium services, not every airline has the same First Class perks.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a First Class flight from USA to Costa Rica (average of $1,275). Flying from USA to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of $4,688). 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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