$1,266+ Cheap flights to Costa Rica

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 26/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
13 Jul — 20 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Costa Rica in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 13 June 2026.

Wed 21/1020:15
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops37h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1101:43
SJO
-
AKL
1 stop33h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$2,615
Mon 13/706:10
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops35h 36m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/801:06
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops45h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6$2,902
Thu 27/820:15
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops30h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/1114:45
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops44h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$2,986
Mon 20/708:20
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops33h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/701:06
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops42h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6$3,006
Thu 27/813:50
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops47h 47m
United Airlines
Thu 19/1109:40
SJO
-
AKL
1 stop28h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/6$3,082
Mon 9/1106:50
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops35h 09m
American Airlines
Thu 12/1115:11
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops47h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 12/6$3,166

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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 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 13 June 2026.

Return from

$2,615

One-way from

$1,266

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Average price

$5,870
21/10-3/11
  • 21/10-3/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 71h 03m total
  • Auckland to San José
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26/10
  • 26/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 44h 00m total
  • Auckland to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($717 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($227 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 27/8

20:15-08:19

2 stops30h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 19/11

14:45-05:45

2 stops44h 00m

$2,986

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 21/10

07:45-19:30

2 stops54h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/11

01:43-20:20

2 stops47h 37m

$3,061

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 27/8

13:50-07:15

1 stop35h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 19/11

09:40-09:10

1 stop28h 30m

$3,082

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/11

06:50-22:59

2 stops35h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

15:11-09:25

2 stops47h 14m

$3,166
Fastest return journey

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 11/7

13:50-07:15

1 stop35h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/8

08:45-07:10

1 stop28h 25m

$3,607

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 11/7

13:50-19:37

2 stops23h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/8

11:13-07:10

2 stops49h 57m

$3,607

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Fri 17/7

07:00-07:15

2 stops42h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 24/7

11:13-07:10

2 stops49h 57m

$3,607

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 13/7

13:50-19:37

2 stops23h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/8

11:13-07:10

2 stops49h 57m

$3,607
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 26/10

14:50-15:50

3 stops44h 00m

$1,266

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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 26 hours 49 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.

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 - 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

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 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?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Costa Rica in the last few years. This data was updated on 13 June 2026.
The most popular places in Costa Rica to fly to are San José and Liberia.

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 cheapest airport to fly to in Costa Rica?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Costa Rica. One-way flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl typically cost $355, while return flights cost around $474.

  • 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 (26 hours 49 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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