To save up to 13% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 50 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Los Angeles to Costa Rica from $407 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $476 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.
September is one of the best times of the year to fly to Costa Rica from Los Angeles. Prices for September average $416 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $158. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a September flight can save you 41% on your journey compared to booking in December
When flying from Los Angeles to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
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Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Mon 10/7
1 stop7h 23m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 10/16
1 stop7h 29m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Mon 10/7
1 stop12h 30m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 10/16
2 stops18h 10m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Wed 8/21
1 stop14h 20m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 8/26
3 stops31h 47m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Sat 8/17
1 stop7h 23m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 8/24
1 stop7h 29m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Wed 9/11
2 stops19h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 9/17
2 stops22h 48m
Los AngelesLiberia
LAX - LIR
LAXLIR
Los Angeles
Mon 11/4
1 stop8h 58m
Liberia
Sat 11/9
Nonstop6h 11m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Wed 8/14
2 stops14h 45m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 8/21
2 stops21h 24m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Tue 9/3
1 stop11h 58m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 9/8
1 stop11h 06m
Los AngelesSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
LAX - SJO
LAXSJO
Los Angeles
Tue 8/13
1 stop10h 17m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 8/21
1 stop19h 05m
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Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
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Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
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Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
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Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
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Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.
One of Central America's true treasures, Costa Rica is small in size but huge on culture, sightseeing and adventure. Hop a flight from LA to Costa Rica to experience the natural beauty of over 20 natural parks and biological reserves - be sure to check out the sea turtles nesting at Tortuguero National Park. Looking at majestic waterfalls is awe-inspiring, but if action is what you crave, book a rafting or kayaking experience. Or, simply relax and unwind at a posh Costa Rican resort. Whatever you crave, Costa Rica can deliver.
If you're planning on leaving LA for Costa Rica, one thing to keep in mind is that you're leaving a mostly dry climate for a tropical one, meaning there will be bugs. While your options for packing mosquito repellent are limited due to TSA regulations, at least plan on stocking up when you get there. Driving in Los Angeles is...a unique experience not for the impatient; however, you at least have signs and clearly marked intersections - not so much in many parts of Costa Rica. If you must rent a car, be prepared for a new experience. Otherwise, it may be smart to arrange other transportation options. Lastly, prepare yourself for a laid-back pace in much of Costa Rica. Life in Los Angeles is fast and furious at times, so treat yourself to a break from it all in Costa Rica.
Escape from LA for a week of untouched natural beauty, cosmopolitan nightlife and jungle adventure. Use our smart search engine to find the best deals on flights from Los Angeles to Costa Rica.
Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
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LATAM Airlines | Cheapest$112 | Average$630 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time81% |
JetBlue | Cheapest$144 | Average$364 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% |
Delta | Cheapest$149 | Average$418 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |
Volaris Costa Rica | Cheapest$163 | Average$373 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |
Spirit Airlines | Cheapest$170 | Average$321 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% |
Alaska Airlines | Cheapest$171 | Average$439 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% |
Avianca | Cheapest$179 | Average$378 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |
United Airlines | Cheapest$187 | Average$498 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |
Volaris | Cheapest$195 | Average$432 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time79% |
American Airlines | Cheapest$213 | Average$585 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |
1%of flight departures | Early morningMidnight to 6 am |
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3%of flight departures | Morning6 am to noon |
91%of flight departures | AfternoonNoon to 6 pm |
5%of flight departures | Evening6 pm to midnight |