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, Air Canada is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Costa Rica.

Where does the fastest flight to Costa Rica depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Costa Rica, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 59 minutes).

Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have rental cars?

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 María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0.0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

$5,331+ Flights to Costa Rica

Flights to Costa Rica in 2025

Return from	$2,132
One-way from	$1,006
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$3,028

9/4-30/4
4 total stops
64h 20m total
Auckland to San José

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2/6
2 total stops
33h 55m total
Auckland to Costa Rica

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High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise

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Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop

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Mon 13/1017:05AKL - SJO

2 stops37h 05mAmerican Airlines

Mon 3/1115:00SJO - AKL

1 stop23h 25mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 14/1$1,958

Mon 1/913:30AKL - SJO

3 stops39h 45mMultiple Airlines

Sat 27/913:55SJO - AKL

2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/1$2,079

Fri 1/807:00AKL - SJO

2 stops42h 15mUnited Airlines

Sun 17/805:30SJO - AKL

1 stop30h 00mUnited Airlines

Deal found 16/1$3,306

Fri 26/1214:00AKL - SJO

2 stops51h 25mAir Canada

Thu 8/108:55SJO - AKL

2 stops55h 05mAir Canada

Deal found 16/1$4,348

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Wed 9/406:00AKL - SJO

2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 30/413:45SJO - AKL

2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/1$2,132

Wed 9/419:40AKL - SJO

1 stop32h 31mUnited Airlines

Wed 30/407:55SJO - AKL

2 stops28h 05mUnited Airlines

Deal found 14/1$4,188

Wed 9/419:55AKL - SJO

3 stops43h 30mAir Canada

Wed 30/407:55SJO - AKL

3 stops45h 35mAir Canada

Deal found 14/1$23,373

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 9/4

06:00-22:05

2 stops34h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 30/4

13:45-14:00

2 stops30h 15m

$2,132

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 9/4

19:40-10:11

1 stop32h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 30/4

07:55-06:00

2 stops28h 05m

$4,188

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Wed 9/4

19:55-21:25

3 stops43h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 30/4

07:55-23:30

3 stops45h 35m

$23,373

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/6

06:00-21:55

2 stops33h 55m

$1,006

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Fri 31/1

13:20-14:14

1 stop19h 54m

$1,384

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/6

19:40-10:11

1 stop32h 31m

$1,678

AucklandSan José

AKL - SJO

AKLSJO

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/6

00:25-15:05

3 stops56h 40m

$3,807

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Travel insights for flights to Costa Rica

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How long is the flight to Costa Rica?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Costa Rica takes 34 hours 5 minutes. Flights to Costa Rica from other popular cities in New Zealand 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 Auckland to Costa Rica are United Airlines and Air Canada.

United Airlines

From $2,219

Air Canada

From $1,501

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Costa Rica are Air Canada and United Airlines.

Rainfall in Costa Rica 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

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Qatar Airways

7.5

Good

3,752 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Qatar Airways

7.5

Good

3,752 reviews

Qatar Airways

7.5

Good

3,752 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,964 reviews

Qatar Airways

7.5

Good

3,752 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Qatar Airways

7.5

Good

3,752 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

Air Canada

7.0

Good

8,582 reviews

Qatar Airways

7.5

Good

3,752 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 10

Can improve a lot from food to crew training to entertainment etc.

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, Air Canada is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Costa Rica.
Where does the fastest flight to Costa Rica depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Costa Rica, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (20 hours 59 minutes).
Does San José Juan Santamaria Intl have rental cars?
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 María is the closest property to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (0.0 km away from San José Juan Santamaria Intl).

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