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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica from C$ 260

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
29 Apr — 6 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 24 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 595

One-way from

C$ 260

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

C$ 943
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 6/8-13/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 49h 39m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 14/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 36m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (C$ 194 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 64 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 April 2025.

Wed 6/86:00 a.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops23h 20mAlaska Airlines
Wed 13/84:58 p.m.LIR - YVR
2 stops26h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 595
Tue 3/67:30 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops15h 54mWestJet
Fri 13/61:25 p.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop12h 14mWestJet
Deal found 23/4C$ 605
Wed 6/811:59 p.m.YVR - LIR
1 stop12h 11mAmerican Airlines
Wed 13/82:10 p.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop9h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 616
Fri 30/59:30 a.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops25h 30mAir Canada
Sat 14/61:00 p.m.LIR - YVR
2 stops36h 11mAir Canada
Deal found 23/4C$ 665
Mon 2/610:15 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops37h 09mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/610:00 a.m.LIR - YVR
2 stops14h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 712
Fri 27/67:45 a.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops22h 43mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/72:48 p.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops24h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 740
Fri 23/57:07 p.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops51h 39mAlaska Airlines
Wed 28/51:06 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops18h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 22/4C$ 744
Sat 17/56:00 a.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop15h 24mAmerican Airlines
Thu 26/611:59 p.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop24h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 22/4C$ 753
Thu 1/512:10 p.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop30h 27mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/51:30 p.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops22h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 759
Sun 29/611:45 p.m.YVR - LIR
1 stop13h 55mWestJet Encore
Tue 8/72:18 p.m.LIR - YVR
2 stops33h 32mWestJet Encore
Deal found 23/4C$ 776
Sun 29/63:15 p.m.YVR - LIR
3 stops22h 08mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/73:25 p.m.LIR - YVR
3 stops25h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 805
Mon 19/512:50 a.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops21h 00mAir Canada
Sun 8/68:00 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops24h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 23/4C$ 834

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Fly from

Vancouver Intl

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Wed 6/8

6:00 a.m.-6:20 a.m.

2 stops23h 20m

Liberia

Wed 13/8

4:58 p.m.-6:17 p.m.

2 stops26h 19m

C$ 595

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Tue 3/6

7:30 p.m.-12:24 p.m.

2 stops15h 54m

Liberia

Fri 13/6

1:25 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

1 stop12h 14m

C$ 605

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Wed 6/8

11:59 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

1 stop12h 11m

Liberia

Wed 13/8

2:10 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

1 stop9h 55m

C$ 616

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 30/5

9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

2 stops25h 30m

Liberia

Sat 14/6

1:00 p.m.-12:11 a.m.

2 stops36h 11m

C$ 665

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 2/6

10:15 p.m.-12:24 p.m.

2 stops37h 09m

Liberia

Thu 12/6

10:00 a.m.-11:58 p.m.

2 stops14h 58m

C$ 712

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 27/6

7:45 a.m.-7:28 a.m.

2 stops22h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/7

2:48 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

2 stops24h 42m

C$ 740

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 23/5

7:07 p.m.-11:46 p.m.

2 stops51h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 28/5

1:06 a.m.-6:17 p.m.

2 stops18h 11m

C$ 744

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 17/5

6:00 a.m.-10:24 p.m.

1 stop15h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 26/6

11:59 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

1 stop24h 01m

C$ 753

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 23/6

11:58 p.m.-10:39 p.m.

1 stop21h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/7

5:30 a.m.-10:55 p.m.

1 stop18h 25m

C$ 759

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sun 29/6

11:45 p.m.-2:40 p.m.

1 stop13h 55m

Liberia

Tue 8/7

2:18 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

2 stops33h 32m

C$ 776

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Vancouver Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica (average of C$ 486). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YVR to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 April 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica as you normally would.

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 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

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. 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Costa Rica. Reviews last updated 24 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and JetBlue from Vancouver to Costa Rica. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,924 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,816 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is WestJet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 260. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica for a low price.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica (average of C$ 486). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 24 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapestC$ 455AverageC$ 830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 481AverageC$ 1,384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 523AverageC$ 777FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 529AverageC$ 773FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 532AverageC$ 850FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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WestJetCheapestC$ 569AverageC$ 932FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 628AverageC$ 892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 679AverageC$ 1,071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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WestJet EncoreCheapestC$ 732AverageC$ 1,044FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 853AverageC$ 1,102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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