Cheap Flights to Costa Rica from $142

November is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica. There's less demand then, so fares are generally more affordable. Booking your trip outside of school and public holidays can also help you save.

Pick from 17 US cities offering direct flights to Costa Rica. While booking on Expedia, check the "Direct flights only" filter to find nonstop itineraries. Fly to Costa Rica from any of these cities:

• Miami
• Orlando
• Los Angeles
• Washington
• New York

To lock in cheap flights to Costa Rica, book early and visit during the off-peak months of September and October. After another tip? Take off on a Thursday and save 16% on average compared to traveling on a Sunday.* Set up price tracking on the Expedia app and we'll notify you as soon as your fares go down.

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

You can find cheap deals on last-minute departures to Costa Rica, especially if your travel plans are flexible. Think about leaving from a different hub, changing your trip dates or selecting an alternative carrier to get a cheap flight to Costa Rica.

To pick up some of the biggest savings on domestic journeys, book your flight to Costa Rica 28 days ahead of your travel dates. For international flights, it's two to four months in advance. This boosts your chances of getting the departure dates and times you want.*

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

Sundays are typically the best day to book a cheap flight to Costa Rica, with savings of about 8% on average compared to Fridays. If you decide to buy tickets on a Friday, expect to pay more as this is typically the most expensive day.*

*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.

With a great selection of airlines operating flights to Costa Rica, you're spoiled for choice:

• American Airlines - 303 flights to Costa Rica each month, including 182 flights to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) per month.
• United Airlines - 260 flights to Costa Rica each month, including 130 flights to Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) per month.
• Spirit Airlines - 152 flights to Costa Rica each month, including 152 flights to Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) per month.

It's possible to save hundreds of dollars if you lock in a Costa Rica flight and hotel package deal on Expedia. And you'll save time and hassle by having all your travel arrangements in the same place. Try bundling flights and hotels with extras like car rentals and tours for your own personalized Costa Rica getaway.

If you bought your flight to Costa Rica in the last 24 hours, you can usually change or cancel it for free. After that, additional costs may apply depending on the airline's terms and conditions. For more information, visit our Customer Service Portal. Keep in mind that some flights are non-refundable, so you may be issued a credit for a future flight instead of a direct refund. When browsing on Expedia, check the "Changes included" or "No cancel fee" boxes to find tickets with flexible change policies.