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According to our data, Cobham Aviation Services have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

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As of November 2025, 1 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Costa Rica each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 16:00, with 54% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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As of November 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Costa Rica. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 56% of flights taking off on this day.

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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.

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23 Dec

LAX22:30Los Angeles

12h 31m

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SJO10:00San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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22 Dec

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LAX23:20Los Angeles

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23:20-07:05

Nonstop5h 45m

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10:35-12:25

2 stops23h 50m

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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 £269. 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 £278.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Costa Rica is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Los Angeles to Costa Rica in the evening for as low as £155. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £402.

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

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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 £355 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 £315 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	5h 31m
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The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Costa Rica takes 5h 31m

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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.
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Based on momondo bookings for flights between Los Angeles and Costa Rica, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 8, making up 28.23% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 with 25.29%, Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 20.06%, and Airbus A320neo with 9.64%.

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

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 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to Costa Rica flight.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Costa Rica?

Delta, JetBlue, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Costa Rica

How often are flights $[0, preposition:'from ']$[0, article:'from ']$[0, place:'from'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] delayed?

Historically, on average around 16% of flights between $[0, place:'genitive'] and $[1, place:'genitive'] have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 97 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for $[0,article:'genitive ']$[0,place:'genitive'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on $[0,article:'genitive ']$[0,place:'genitive'] $[1, preposition:'to ']$[1, article:'to ']$[1, place:'to'] flights?

According to our data, Cobham Aviation Services have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Costa Rica on average per day?

As of November 2025, 1 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Costa Rica each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 16:00, with 54% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Costa Rica on average per week?

As of November 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to Costa Rica. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 56% of flights taking off on this day.

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Can I find flights from Los Angeles to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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

I’m not ready to book a flight from Los Angeles to Costa Rica right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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