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$1,158+ Cheap flights to Costa Rica

— SJO
12 Oct — 19 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Costa Rica in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Costa Rica

Fri 30/1013:20 -
1 stop19h 40m
Thu 5/1114:01 -
2 stops67h 54m
Deal found 7/9$2,430
Thu 12/1107:30 -
2 stops34h 35m
Thu 26/1100:37 -
1 stop37h 33m
Deal found 7/9$2,852
Tue 22/1213:20 -
2 stops42h 11m
Wed 6/115:44 -
2 stops46h 41m
Deal found 8/9$2,933
Mon 30/1113:20 -
1 stop19h 26m
Thu 31/1206:07 -
2 stops32h 18m
Deal found 9/9$3,012

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Return from

$2,430

One-way from

$1,158

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$3,012
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 30/10-5/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 87h 34m total
  • Auckland to San José
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11/11-31/12
  • 11/11-31/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 53h 35m total
  • Auckland to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 29% potential increase in price ($1,242 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($258 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in September 2026
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AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/11

14:50-01:25

3 stops53h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,158

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 11/11

14:50-01:25

3 stops53h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-18:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,158

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Fri 30/10

13:20-20:21

2 stops26h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/11

15:54-04:55

2 stops42h 01m

$2,462

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/11

07:30-23:05

2 stops34h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 26/11

00:37-09:10

1 stop37h 33m

$2,852
Fastest return journey

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 30/11

13:20-13:46

1 stop19h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 31/12

06:07-09:25

2 stops32h 18m

$3,012

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Fri 30/10

10:10-12:48

2 stops45h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/11

01:46-20:30

3 stops47h 44m

$3,423

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/10

08:20-14:00

2 stops48h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 31/10

15:01-09:10

2 stops47h 09m

$3,694

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/10

16:05-19:30

3 stops46h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 31/10

14:00-09:45

2 stops48h 45m

$4,229

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Costa Rica

How long is the flight to Costa Rica?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Costa Rica takes 19 hours 26 minutes. Flights to Costa Rica from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica?

The most popular airline flying from Auckland to Costa Rica is American Airlines.

American Airlines
American Airlines
From $1,884

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest airline flying from Auckland to Costa Rica is American Airlines.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Costa Rica 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 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).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Costa Rica?

The most popular places in Costa Rica to fly to are San José and Liberia.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines to Costa Rica. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
12,050 reviews
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Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Charleen,May 2026

POS - MIA

If I had any other choice in getting to my destination, I would have used it
American Airlines
7.1
Good
12,050 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
12,050 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Charleen,May 2026

POS - MIA

If I had any other choice in getting to my destination, I would have used it

FAQs about flying to Costa Rica

  • 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, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Costa Rica.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to Costa Rica, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 26 minutes).

  • Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have rental cars?

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

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

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

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