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What are the most popular cities to visit in Costa Rica?
Costa Rica is full of interesting cities to visit if you’re interested in touring the country. The majority of our users (93%) visit San José, San José Province more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in Costa Rica include Liberia and Limon.
How long is the flight from South Africa to Costa Rica?
The average flight duration from South Africa to Costa Rica depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 30h 55m on average, while flying from Cape Town Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 23h 56m on average. San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the most popular airport in Costa Rica.
Which airlines fly to Costa Rica?
There are 6 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, 53% of those who searched for flights to Costa Rica looked to travel with British Airways, making this airline the top choice among momondo travellers.
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Summary info about Costa Rica flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | R16 647 |
|---|---|
Fastest flight time | 30h 35m |
Operated By | 1 airline |
Useful information for your flight to Costa Rica
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What is the cheapest flight to Costa Rica?
If you are looking to fly to Costa Rica for less, look to airlines like Avianca, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines, with prices starting at R7 535, R7 545, and R18 593 respectively.
What is the most popular airport in Costa Rica to fly to?
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.
What is the best day of the week to fly to Costa Rica?
The best day to take a flight to Costa Rica is on Wednesday, followed by Thursday. Wednesday and Thursday 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.
When did momondo last update prices for flights to Costa Rica?
Prices for flights to Costa Rica were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights to Costa Rica?
As of April 2024, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights to Costa Rica.
How old do you have to be to fly 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.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly 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.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Costa Rica?
momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to Costa Rica. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.
Can I find flights to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies on momondo?
All flight searches to Costa Rica on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights to Costa Rica?
Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Costa Rica.
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Popular Flights to Costa RicaPopular routes according to searches in the past day on momondo
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Cheapest flight routes to Costa Rica
These routes have the cheapest flights to Costa Rica found by momondo users in South Africa
| Departing | Destination | Best Time | Best Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Town | San José | 23h 56m | R17 165 |
| Johannesburg | San José | 30h 55m | R24 444 |
| Johannesburg | Liberia | 44h 28m | R37 682 |