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$1,301+ 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 17/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— SJO
11 Sep — 18 Sep1
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 August 2026.

Mon 9/1111:20 -
2 stops43h 26m
Thu 12/1115:54 -
2 stops48h 06m
Deal found 11/8$2,109
Thu 8/1010:10 -
2 stops27h 11m
Tue 17/1114:46 -
2 stops34h 14m
Deal found 10/8$2,154
Wed 30/1211:20 -
2 stops44h 09m
Mon 18/106:38 -
2 stops33h 22m
Deal found 8/8$2,212
Fri 9/1010:10 -
2 stops27h 11m
Tue 10/1114:46 -
2 stops28h 09m
Deal found 10/8$2,260
Wed 30/1211:20 -
2 stops44h 09m
Tue 19/114:54 -
2 stops30h 56m
Deal found 8/8$2,273

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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 12 August 2026
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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 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 12 August 2026.

Return from

$2,109

One-way from

$1,301

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,157
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 9/11-12/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 91h 32m total
  • Sydney to San José
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17/8
  • 17/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 56m total
  • Sydney to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($60 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/11

11:20-13:46

2 stops43h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/11

15:54-09:00

2 stops48h 06m

$2,112

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 9/10

15:35-20:21

3 stops69h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/11

18:40-06:55

2 stops43h 15m

$2,602
Fastest return journey

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/12

11:50-06:25

2 stops35h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 19/1

09:40-09:20

1 stop30h 40m

$2,766

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 9/10

10:30-11:38

2 stops42h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/11

09:40-09:20

1 stop30h 40m

$2,778

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

11:20-07:15

1 stop36h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/11

09:40-09:20

1 stop30h 40m

$2,834
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/8

17:50-23:46

1 stop21h 56m

$1,301

SydneySan José

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

SYDSJO

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 17/8

17:50-23:46

1 stop21h 56m

$1,301

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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 Sydney to Costa Rica takes 21 hours 2 minutes. Flights to Costa Rica from other popular cities in Australia 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 airlines flying from Sydney to Costa Rica are American Airlines and United Airlines.

American Airlines
American Airlines
From $1,912
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $2,589

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Costa Rica are American Airlines and 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 August 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 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines and American Airlines to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,911 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,111 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

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.

  • 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 $255, while return flights cost around $591.

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

    For those looking to save time traveling to Costa Rica, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 2 minutes).

  • Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have car hire?

    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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