Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Costa Rica from £122

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Viva Logo
15:00 - 01:20
LAX
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SJO
9h 20m
1 stop
Viva Logo
02:20 - 15:25
SJO
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LAX
14h 05m
1 stop
£253Viva
Fri, 29 May - Fri, 5 Jun
Viva Logo
00:05 - 01:15
LAX
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SJO
24h 10m
1 stop
Viva Logo
02:20 - 22:35
SJO
-
LAX
21h 15m
1 stop
£267Viva
Sun, 5 Jul - Fri, 10 Jul
Viva Logo
00:05 - 01:15
LAX
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SJO
24h 10m
1 stop
Viva Logo
02:20 - 22:35
SJO
-
LAX
21h 15m
1 stop
£270Viva
Thu, 16 Jul - Sat, 25 Jul
Viva Logo
00:05 - 01:15
LAX
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SJO
24h 10m
1 stop
Viva Logo
02:20 - 22:35
SJO
-
LAX
21h 15m
1 stop
£279Viva
Fri, 26 Jun - Fri, 10 Jul
Viva Logo
00:05 - 01:15
LAX
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SJO
24h 10m
1 stop
Viva Logo
02:20 - 22:35
SJO
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LAX
21h 15m
1 stop
£281Viva
Fri, 26 Jun - Sat, 4 Jul
JetBlue Logo
22:08 - 11:55
LAX
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LIR
12h 47m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
13:00 - 22:30
LIR
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LAX
10h 30m
1 stop
£337JetBlue
Mon, 4 May - Thu, 7 May
JetBlue Logo
22:08 - 11:55
LAX
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LIR
12h 47m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
13:00 - 22:30
LIR
-
LAX
10h 30m
1 stop
£352JetBlue
Mon, 4 May - Thu, 7 May
Southwest Logo
23:50 - 13:15
LAX
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LIR
12h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
14:10 - 23:30
LIR
-
LAX
10h 20m
1 stop
£365Southwest
Tue, 5 May - Thu, 14 May
Southwest Logo
19:30 - 13:15
LAX
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LIR
16h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
14:10 - 23:30
LIR
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LAX
10h 20m
1 stop
£368Southwest
Tue, 5 May - Thu, 14 May
Alaska Airlines Logo
23:34 - 06:20
LAX
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LIR
5h 46mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:20 - 16:27
LIR
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LAX
6h 07mdirect
£384Alaska Airlines
Sun, 31 May - Tue, 9 Jun

Southwest flights from Los Angeles to Costa Rica

Our best Southwest deals on Los Angeles to Costa Rica flight tickets
Southwest
5 May
LAX23:50Los Angeles
12h 25m
1 stop
LIR13:15Liberia
14 May
LIR14:10Liberia
10h 20m
1 stop
LAX23:30Los Angeles
£365
Southwest
5 May
LAX19:30Los Angeles
16h 45m
2 stops
LIR13:15Liberia
14 May
LIR14:10Liberia
10h 20m
1 stop
LAX23:30Los Angeles
£368
Southwest
4 May
LAX23:50Los Angeles
12h 25m
1 stop
LIR13:15Liberia
11 May
LIR14:10Liberia
10h 20m
1 stop
LAX23:30Los Angeles
£374

Viva flights from Los Angeles to Costa Rica

Our best Viva deals on Los Angeles to Costa Rica flight tickets
Viva
29 May
LAX15:00Los Angeles
9h 20m
1 stop
SJO01:20San José Juan Santamaria Intl
5 Jun
SJO02:20San José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 05m
1 stop
LAX15:25Los Angeles
£253
Viva
5 Jul
LAX00:05Los Angeles
24h 10m
1 stop
SJO01:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
10 Jul
SJO02:20San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 15m
1 stop
LAX22:35Los Angeles
£267
Viva
16 Jul
LAX00:05Los Angeles
24h 10m
1 stop
SJO01:15San José Juan Santamaria Intl
25 Jul
SJO02:20San José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 15m
1 stop
LAX22:35Los Angeles
£270

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Costa Rica that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 9 April 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 29/5

15:00-01:20

1 stop9h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/6

02:20-15:25

1 stop14h 05m

£253

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Sun 5/7

00:05-01:15

1 stop24h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/7

02:20-22:35

1 stop21h 15m

£267

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Thu 16/7

00:05-01:15

1 stop24h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 25/7

02:20-22:35

1 stop21h 15m

£270

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 26/6

00:05-01:15

1 stop24h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/7

02:20-22:35

1 stop21h 15m

£279

Los AngelesSan José

LAX - SJO

LAXSJO

Los Angeles

Fri 26/6

00:05-01:15

1 stop24h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/7

02:20-22:35

1 stop21h 15m

£281

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Mon 4/5

22:08-11:55

1 stop12h 47m

Liberia

Thu 7/5

13:00-22:30

1 stop10h 30m

£337

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Mon 4/5

22:08-11:55

1 stop12h 47m

Liberia

Thu 7/5

13:00-22:30

1 stop10h 30m

£352

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

23:50-13:15

1 stop12h 25m

Liberia

Thu 14/5

14:10-23:30

1 stop10h 20m

£365

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

19:30-13:15

2 stops16h 45m

Liberia

Thu 14/5

14:10-23:30

1 stop10h 20m

£368
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesLiberia

LAX - LIR

LAXLIR

Los Angeles

Sun 31/5

23:34-06:20

Nonstop5h 46m

Liberia

Tue 9/6

11:20-16:27

Nonstop6h 07m

£384

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to Costa Rica

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Los Angeles, with most prices found around £260. If you are unable to visit Costa Rica during the month of October, then departing from Los Angeles during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £267.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Costa Rica. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as £278. When flying out on a Tuesday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Los Angeles to Costa Rica for around £434.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Costa Rica flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to Liberia for the best Los Angeles - Costa Rica flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Costa Rica?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around £340 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from Los Angeles for as low as £302 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to Costa Rica flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Los Angeles to Costa Rica flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to Costa Rica flights?

You could potentially save up to 29% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to Costa Rica flight.

Cheap Los Angeles to Costa Rica flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Los Angeles to Costa Rica

Fastest flight time

5h 46m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Costa Rica

40 airports
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Costa Rica takes 5h 46m
Direct flights go from Los Angeles to Costa Rica every day.
There are 40 airports in Costa Rica. From Los Angeles there are direct flights to Liberia (LIR), San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

Frequently asked questions about flying from Los Angeles to Costa Rica

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Costa Rica?

    Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Costa Rica are updated daily.

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Costa Rica?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Costa Rica.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Costa Rica may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to Costa Rica?

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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Los Angeles to Costa Rica flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Los Angeles to Costa Rica?

momondo helps you find the best flight between Los Angeles and Costa Rica by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select flights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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