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Cheap flights from Auckland to Costa Rica from $1,170

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 20/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — SJO
9 Sep — 16 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Costa Rica

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 August 2026.

Thu 10/1215:50 -
2 stops40h 49m
Thu 7/108:00 -
2 stops30h 25m
Deal found 8/8$2,777
Fri 11/1213:20 -
2 stops42h 01m
Fri 8/106:38 -
1 stop31h 47m
Deal found 8/8$2,901
Fri 11/1213:20 -
1 stop19h 46m
Mon 4/100:34 -
1 stop37h 51m
Deal found 8/8$3,025
Thu 27/813:50 -
2 stops47h 47m
Thu 3/908:45 -
1 stop28h 25m
Deal found 10/8$3,079
Thu 10/1215:50 -
2 stops39h 31m
Sat 9/106:38 -
1 stop31h 47m
Deal found 8/8$3,101
Sun 13/1213:20 -
1 stop19h 46m
Fri 8/106:38 -
1 stop31h 47m
Deal found 8/8$3,205
Fri 11/1213:20 -
1 stop19h 46m
Sat 9/114:54 -
1 stop23h 31m
Deal found 8/8$3,224
Thu 5/1115:50 -
2 stops64h 10m
Mon 9/1109:40 -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 5/8$3,237
Mon 9/1116:55 -
2 stops40h 54m
Thu 12/1115:54 -
2 stops46h 31m
Deal found 6/8$3,300
Sun 13/1213:20 -
1 stop19h 46m
Mon 4/100:34 -
1 stop37h 51m
Deal found 8/8$3,329

Find flight deals from Auckland to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Auckland to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 10 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,777

One-way from

$1,170

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$5,247
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 10/12-7/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 71h 14m total
  • Auckland to Costa Rica
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20/10
  • 20/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 43h 11m total
  • Auckland to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 28% potential increase in price ($2,045 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($380 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 5/11

15:50-11:25

2 stops38h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/11

09:40-17:25

2 stops36h 45m

$3,237
Fastest return journey

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Fri 25/12

13:20-13:55

1 stop19h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/1

15:08-09:25

1 stop23h 17m

$3,692

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 19/12

13:20-21:02

2 stops26h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/1

11:35-09:25

2 stops26h 50m

$3,723

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/11

19:50-20:39

1 stop19h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

12:35-09:10

2 stops25h 35m

$3,864
Cheapest one-way

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 12/1

07:30-23:43

2 stops35h 13m

$1,483
Fastest single journey

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 19/10

19:50-19:37

1 stop18h 47m

$1,763

AucklandSan José

AKL Auckland Intl - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 20/10

19:50-19:37

1 stop18h 47m

$1,763

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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 10 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from Auckland to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,898 reviews
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Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

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
11,898 reviews
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,898 reviews
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Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

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

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Auckland to Costa Rica?

    Auckland Intl (AKL), located 17.9 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Auckland to Costa Rica.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Costa Rica?

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Auckland to Costa Rica in about 38h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Auckland and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 11640 km.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Costa Rica?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from Auckland to Costa Rica

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Auckland to Costa Rica. 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 134,765 searches. Data last updated 10 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$1,769Average$2,783FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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