R21 231 Cheap flights to Costa Rica

If you are looking to fly to Costa Rica for less, look to airlines like Spirit Airlines, LATAM Airlines, and British Airways, with prices starting at R3 019, R8 960, and R18 556 respectively.

There are 7 airlines that fly to Costa Rica on a routine basis, but British Airways, United Airlines and Air France happen to be the most popular among our users. In the past year, 47% of those who searched for flights to Costa Rica looked to travel with British Airways, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.

88% of our momondo users travelling to Costa Rica in the past year chose to fly into San José Juan Santamaria Intl in the past year, making it the most popular airport in Costa Rica. The San José Juan Santamaria Intl airport serves the city of San José.

The best day to take a flight to Costa Rica is on Tuesday, followed by Monday. Tuesday and Monday tend to have the lowest flight prices to Costa Rica. If your travel dates are flexible, then try to avoid booking on a Friday, which is known for being the most expensive day of the week to fly to Costa Rica.

Prices for flights to Costa Rica were last updated today.

As of December 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights to Costa Rica.

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Costa Rica.

The required travel and health documents for your Costa Rica trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.