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$1,218+ 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 11/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
12 May — 19 May1
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 12 April 2026.

Sun 24/516:25
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops38h 34m
American Airlines
Sun 31/514:09
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops29h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/4$2,096
Wed 29/413:25
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/514:08
SJO
-
AKL
2 stops29h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4$2,588
Sun 24/516:25
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops34h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/509:40
SJO
-
AKL
3 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$2,695
Sun 26/407:00
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/500:55
SJO
-
AKL
1 stop35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$2,968
Sun 26/407:00
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops34h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 1/500:55
SJO
-
AKL
1 stop35h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/4$2,997
Wed 29/407:00
AKL
-
SJO
2 stops42h 15m
United Airlines
Thu 7/508:45
SJO
-
AKL
1 stop28h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/4$3,053

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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 12 April 2026.

Return from

$2,096

One-way from

$1,218

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$4,961
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 24/5-31/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 30m total
  • Auckland to San José
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11/9
  • 11/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 15m total
  • Auckland to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($445 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($179 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

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Fastest return journey

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 29/4

13:25-23:45

2 stops28h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/5

14:08-14:05

2 stops29h 57m

$2,588

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 29/4

07:00-07:15

2 stops42h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/5

08:45-07:10

1 stop28h 25m

$3,053

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/5

07:00-07:15

2 stops42h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 17/5

06:00-06:00

1 stop30h 00m

$3,298

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 25/4

06:10-23:15

3 stops35h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/5

00:55-05:00

1 stop34h 05m

$3,392

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Sat 2/5

16:25-11:25

2 stops37h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/5

12:35-04:55

2 stops70h 20m

$3,572

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 14/5

06:00-13:26

2 stops49h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

14:31-04:55

2 stops68h 24m

$3,586

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Thu 14/5

13:50-07:15

1 stop35h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

07:55-07:10

2 stops53h 15m

$3,654
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Fri 11/9

14:00-23:15

3 stops51h 15m

$1,218

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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 34 hours 31 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 United Airlines.

United Airlines
United Airlines
From $3,092

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Costa Rica?

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

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 12 April 2026.
The most popular places in Costa Rica to fly to are San José and Liberia.

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 12 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,574 reviews
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Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,574 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,574 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

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, United Airlines 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 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 $473.

  • 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 (34 hours 31 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 María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0.0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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