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₱40,705+ Cheap flights to Costa Rica

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— SJO
Jun 23 — Jun 301
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Costa Rica in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on May 24, 2026.

Mon 10/2612:50 pm
MNL
-
SJO
3 stops48h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/307:00 am
SJO
-
MNL
2 stops44h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/23₱78,247
Mon 10/56:50 pm
MNL
-
SJO
3 stops42h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/155:45 am
SJO
-
MNL
3 stops39h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20₱79,342
Mon 10/59:20 pm
MNL
-
SJO
2 stops52h 18m
United Airlines
Thu 10/1512:44 pm
SJO
-
MNL
2 stops40h 16m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/20₱83,601
Wed 6/175:45 am
MNL
-
SJO
3 stops40h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/231:06 am
SJO
-
MNL
2 stops50h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/20₱86,400

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Find the latest flights to Costa Rica in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 411,093 searches and data was last updated on May 24, 2026.

Round-trip from

₱78,247

One-way from

₱40,705

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November

Average price

₱169,453
10/26-10/30
  • 10/26-10/30
  • 5 total stops
  • 93h 15m total
  • Manila to San José
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8/27
  • 8/27
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 10m total
  • Manila to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (₱17,582 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₱3,460 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 10/26

12:50 pm-11:15 pm

3 stops48h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/30

7:00 am-5:50 pm

2 stops44h 50m

₱78,247

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 10/5

9:20 pm-11:38 am

2 stops52h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/15

12:44 pm-7:00 pm

2 stops40h 16m

₱83,601

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Wed 6/17

5:45 am-8:30 am

3 stops40h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/23

1:06 am-11:40 am

2 stops44h 34m

₱92,850
Quickest round-trip

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 10/5

6:50 pm-11:15 pm

3 stops42h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/15

7:15 am-6:20 am

2 stops33h 05m

₱100,638
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

ManilaSan José

MNL - SJO

MNLSJO

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Thu 8/27

12:40 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops44h 10m

₱40,705

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Costa Rica

How long is the flight to Costa Rica?

On average, a flight from Manila to Costa Rica takes 42 hours 55 minutes. Flights to Costa Rica from other popular cities in Philippines will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 inches 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

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals 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. Travelers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

What are the most popular places to fly to in Costa Rica?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to Costa Rica in the last few years. This data was updated on May 24, 2026.
The most popular places in Costa Rica to fly to are San José and Liberia.

FAQs about flying to Costa Rica

Costa Rica climate

Costa Rica is a tropical country with little variation in temperature throughout the year. You will encounter a lot of rain if you visit between May and November, the significantly rainy season. The coastal temperatures are hotter at an average of 32 degrees, but sea breezes make it much more comfortable. The highland areas are cool at night and warm during the day.

Getting around Costa Rica

Since most Costa Ricans don’t own cars public transport, apart from the railway, is very well developed

Buses are the cheapest option to get around but tend to be rather uncomfortable and chaotic.

Taxis are probably the best choice for longer journeys and can be hired by the hour or for the entire day.

Cars and motorcycles are readily available for hire

Commuter flights in Costa Rica are the easiest way to get around the country with a choice of two domestic airlines: Sansa and NatureAir.

What is good to know if travelling to Costa Rica?

  • Spoil yourself with a day of pampering. Drive to the Tabacon Hot Springs & Resort in the La Fortuna/Arenal Volcano area and spend the afternoon soaking in a volcanically heated mineral bath or indulge in a spa treatment.
  • Take a two-hour tour through the tropical gardens of the Butterfly Farm and watch as hundreds of colourful butterflies flutter around you. If you get there extra early for the morning tour you can watch a metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly.
  • Visit the Monteverde Biological Cloud Forest Reserve that covers 25,688 acres of forest, home to thousands of species of plants and hundreds of birds and mammals. Then head to the quaint town of Santa Elena that’s renowned for its delicious cheese.
  • If you only visit one park in Costa Rica, this is definitely the one: the Manuel Antonio National Park. Spend the day exploring the spectacular rain forest, home to the spider monkey, sloths and hundreds of bird species. After walking through the forest find a trail leading to the water and take a dip in the white-sand beach.
  • One of the most remarkable museums in Costa Rica is the Museo de Jade Marco Fidel Tristan that boasts a large collection of pre-Columbian jade artifacts and polychrome terra cotta pieces.

  • When is the best time to fly to Costa Rica?

    Peak Season: The best time to visit Costa Rica is during dry season – from late November to late April when the weather’s perfect for laying out on a beach or exploring its rainforest. It’s also the peak of the tourist season when flight and hotel rates are much higher than usual. Off Season: The rainy season runs from May to mid-November and is considered winter to Costa Ricans but unless you’re up in the mountains, temperatures are generally mild. If you’re looking for cheaper accommodation then this is the best time to visit except during the rainiest months, September and October, when some hotels shut down.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Costa Rica if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers 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.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Costa Rica depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Costa Rica, Iloilo Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (30 hours 55 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 rental car 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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