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What are the most popular cities to visit in Costa Rica?
For momondo users, the most popular city in Costa Rica is San José, San José Province, which is visited about 92% more often than any other city in Costa Rica. Other very common cities that our users travel to are Liberia and Quepos.
How long is the flight from Australia to Costa Rica?
Flight times from Australia to Costa Rica vary, but if you’re flying out of Sydney Kingsford Smith and flying into San José Juan Santamaria Intl (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 26h 45m on average. Another popular route from Australia to Costa Rica is flying from Melbourne to San José Juan Santamaria Intl, which will take roughly 47h 55m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.
Which airlines fly to Costa Rica?
Of the 5 airlines that fly to Costa Rica, United Airlines, Air Canada and American Airlines happen to be the most favoured based on our user data. United Airlines is the most popular among the three airlines, with 92% of users choosing them for their travels to Costa Rica.
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Summary info about Costa Rica flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | $1,282 |
|---|---|
Best Round-Trip Price | $2,816 |
Fastest flight time | 32h 55m |
Operated By | 5 airlines |
Useful information for your flight to Costa Rica
Get up-to-date answers for some of the most frequently asked questions regarding flying to Costa Rica
What is the best airport to land at to visit Playas del Coco?
When visiting Playas del Coco in Coco, the closest airport is Liberia Airport.
What is the cheapest flight to Costa Rica?
The cheapest flights to Costa Rica recently found by momondo users are $172 with Avianca, $332 with Alaska Airlines, and $519 with Copa Airlines.
What is the most popular airport in Costa Rica to fly to?
San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the most popular airport in Costa Rica to fly to, with 88% of all users travelling to Costa Rica opting to take a flight into this airport. If you’re interested in staying in San José, which is the city in Costa Rica that is closest to San José Juan Santamaria Intl, then be sure to check momondo for cheap flight deals.
What is the best day of the week to fly to Costa Rica?
The best day of the week to fly to Costa Rica is Tuesday due to prices being at their lowest. Flying out on a Wednesday should be a backup plan since this day tends to be less expensive as well. Thursday, on the other hand, is the most expensive day to fly to Costa Rica.
When did momondo last update prices for flights to Costa Rica?
Prices for flights to Costa Rica refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights to Costa Rica?
The number of operators available for flights to Costa Rica is 11 as of April 2024.
How old do you have to be to fly to Costa Rica?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Costa Rica.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Costa Rica can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Costa Rica. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Costa Rica?
It is quick and easy to find flights to Costa Rica on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Costa Rica that suits you.
Can I find flights to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to Costa Rica on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
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.
I’m not ready to book a flight to Costa Rica right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Costa Rica. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.
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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 Australia
| Departing | Destination | Best Time | Best Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | San José | 26h 45m | $1,948 |
| Melbourne | Liberia | 44h 30m | $2,829 |
| Brisbane | Liberia | 55h 10m | $2,944 |
| Perth | San José | 34h 30m | $3,606 |
| Melbourne | San José | 47h 55m | $3,852 |
| Brisbane | San José | 45h 55m | $3,960 |
| Adelaide | San José | 56h 15m | $4,215 |