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Cheap flights to Costa Rica from $1,302

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 19/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — SJO
12 May — 19 May1
1 adult
Sun 12/5
Sun 19/5

Flights to Costa Rica in 2024

Find the latest flights to Costa Rica in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 546,479 searches and data was last updated on 7 May 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$3,160

Return from

$2,095

One-way from

$1,302
High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise
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Average for return flights in May 2024
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From Sydney Kingsford Smith to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Costa Rica
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Browse one-way and return flights deals to Costa Rica on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 7 May 2024
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Cheap flights to Costa Rica in May & June 2024

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The below flights offer some of the lowest fares to Costa Rica in May and June 2024. If these prices don't match your budget, be sure to check back soon for more deals.
Cheap flights to San José
Sun 16/615:50SYD - SJO
1 stop22h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/712:50SJO - SYD
2 stops50h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,503
Sun 16/615:50SYD - SJO
2 stops37h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/714:20SJO - SYD
2 stops48h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,508
Sun 16/615:50SYD - SJO
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/713:55SJO - SYD
1 stop24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$3,257
Sun 16/611:35SYD - SJO
3 stops44h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 2/717:05SJO - SYD
3 stops48h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/5$3,445
Sun 16/611:35SYD - SJO
3 stops44h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 2/717:05SJO - SYD
2 stops32h 55mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/5$3,461
Sun 16/611:35SYD - SJO
3 stops44h 05mLATAM Airlines
Tue 2/717:05SJO - SYD
3 stops48h 25mLATAM Airlines
Deal found 7/5$3,510
Sun 16/609:20SYD - SJO
3 stops42h 18mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/707:55SJO - SYD
2 stops31h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$3,993
Sun 16/620:45SYD - SJO
2 stops56h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/700:50SJO - SYD
2 stops48h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$5,962
Sun 16/615:50SYD - SJO
1 stop22h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/713:55SJO - SYD
1 stop24h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$11,533

Costa Rica 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Costa Rica in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 546,479 searches and data were last updated on 7 May 2024.
The lowest fares on flights travelling to Costa Rica in May and June 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sun 13/1018:35SYD - SJO
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 27/1007:30SJO - SYD
1 stop30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,095
Sun 13/1018:35SYD - SJO
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 27/1019:45SJO - SYD
2 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,113
Sun 13/1010:20SYD - SJO
2 stops51h 30mAir Canada
Sun 27/1009:10SJO - SYD
3 stops54h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 7/5$2,399
Sun 16/615:50SYD - SJO
1 stop22h 45mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/712:50SJO - SYD
2 stops50h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,503
Sun 16/615:50SYD - SJO
2 stops37h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 2/714:20SJO - SYD
2 stops48h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,508
Wed 17/717:35SYD - SJO
2 stops34h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 31/723:59SJO - SYD
1 stop38h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,591

One-way flights to Costa Rica

Explore one-way flight options to Costa Rica for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 546,479 searches and data was last updated on 7 May 2024.
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Sun 19/513:15SYD - SJO
3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,302

Average price of flights to Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Costa Rica is currently $1,302 while a return flight costs $2,886. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Costa Rica by month

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

SJO

Temperature

18 - 21 °C

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 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
Booking 24 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Costa Rica. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated 7 May 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica, such as American Airlines, Air Canada and LATAM Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
LATAM Airlines
7.6
Good
2,452 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I almost lost my connection flight because of tehe delay, but the worst part was that the crew didn’t help me at all

LATAM Airlines
7.6
Good
2,452 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.6
Good
2,452 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I almost lost my connection flight because of tehe delay, but the worst part was that the crew didn’t help me at all

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,073 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.6
Good
2,452 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I almost lost my connection flight because of tehe delay, but the worst part was that the crew didn’t help me at all

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,686 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.6
Good
2,452 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I almost lost my connection flight because of tehe delay, but the worst part was that the crew didn’t help me at all

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,915 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.6
Good
2,452 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I almost lost my connection flight because of tehe delay, but the worst part was that the crew didn’t help me at all

British Airways
6.8
Okay
6,870 reviews
LATAM Airlines
7.6
Good
2,452 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

I almost lost my connection flight because of tehe delay, but the worst part was that the crew didn’t help me at all

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Costa Rica if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Costa Rica on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Costa Rica?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Air Canada is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Costa Rica.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Costa Rica?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Costa Rica. One-way flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport typically cost $143, while return flights cost around $175.

  • How much is a return flight to Costa Rica?

    A return flight to Costa Rica will typically cost around $160, however they can be found for as little as $116.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Costa Rica depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Costa Rica, Melbourne offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 35 minutes).

  • Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Yes. San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Around Juan Santa María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport (0.0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport).

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