$924 Find Cheap Flights to Costa Rica

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New Zealand to Costa Rica departing on 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Book Cheap Costa Rica Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights to Costa Rica that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals to Costa Rica

Τρι, 10 Μαρ - Παρ, 13 Μαρ
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13:20 - 13:25AKL-SJO
67h 05m2 stops
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06:00 - 08:10SJO-AKL
55h 10m2 stops
$2,008American Airlines
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Τρι, 10 Μαρ - Παρ, 13 Μαρ
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13:20 - 20:30AKL-SJO
26h 10m2 stops
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06:00 - 08:10SJO-AKL
55h 10m2 stops
$2,172American Airlines
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Τρι, 10 Μαρ - Παρ, 13 Μαρ
American Airlines Logo
13:20 - 13:25AKL-SJO
67h 05m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
06:00 - 08:10SJO-AKL
55h 10m2 stops
$2,310American Airlines
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Δευ, 22 Δεκ - Παρ, 9 Ιαν
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13:20 - 10:32AKL-SJO
40h 12m2 stops
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07:09 - 09:55SJO-AKL
55h 46m2 stops
$2,598American Airlines
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Δευ, 22 Δεκ - Παρ, 9 Ιαν
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13:20 - 21:00AKL-SJO
26h 40m2 stops
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07:09 - 09:55SJO-AKL
55h 46m2 stops
$2,601American Airlines
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Κυρ, 21 Δεκ - Παρ, 9 Ιαν
American Airlines Logo
13:20 - 10:32AKL-SJO
40h 12m2 stops
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07:09 - 09:10SJO-AKL
55h 01m2 stops
$2,629American Airlines
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Κυρ, 21 Δεκ - Παρ, 9 Ιαν
American Airlines Logo
13:20 - 12:33AKL-SJO
42h 13m2 stops
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07:09 - 09:10SJO-AKL
55h 01m2 stops
$2,633American Airlines
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Δευ, 22 Δεκ - Παρ, 9 Ιαν
American Airlines Logo
13:20 - 10:32AKL-SJO
40h 12m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
07:09 - 09:10SJO-AKL
55h 01m2 stops
$2,764American Airlines
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Παρ, 26 Δεκ - Κυρ, 4 Ιαν
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15:50 - 06:25AKL-SJO
33h 35m2 stops
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14:20 - 05:00SJO-AKL
43h 40m2 stops
$4,285United Airlines
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Παρ, 26 Δεκ - Κυρ, 4 Ιαν
United Airlines Logo
15:50 - 08:32AKL-SJO
35h 42m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
14:20 - 05:55SJO-AKL
20h 35m1 stop
$4,316United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Costa Rica

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to Costa Rica to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How many airports are there in Costa Rica?

There are 12 airports in Costa Rica. The busiest airport is Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO), with 61% of all flights arriving there.

How long is the flight to Costa Rica?

An average direct flight from New Zealand to Costa Rica takes 38h 57m, covering a distance of 18885 km. The shortest route is Auckland (AKL) to San José (SJO) with an average flight time of 34h 50m.

What is the most popular destination in Costa Rica?

Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is San José (100% of total searches to Costa Rica).

Good to know

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$924
Best time to beat the crowds (41% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 19% lower on average.
Flight from Auckland to San José

FAQs - booking Costa Rica flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New Zealand to Costa Rica?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New Zealand to Costa Rica.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New Zealand to Costa Rica?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from New Zealand to Costa Rica is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New Zealand to Costa Rica?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly from New Zealand to Costa Rica with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New Zealand to Costa Rica?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from New Zealand to Costa Rica up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica is Friday when return tickets can be as cheap as $3,008. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Tuesday, when return prices are $4,618 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Costa Rica?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Costa Rica is generally in the afternoon, when retur flights cost $3,053 on average. Morning departures are around 17% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Costa Rica is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $4,168.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Costa Rica

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Costa Rica flight deals.

Reviews of the top airline flying to Costa Rica

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New Zealand to Costa Rica? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 8997 reviews
7.3Comfort
8.1Crew
6.6Food
7.1Entertainment
7.7Boarding
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We were in business class. the angled seats in that class do not have a real window view & the placement of the controls are bad. But we knew that. But the food options were mediocre. The taste was fine, but the size was for a child. It’s just really feels like United is skimping on everything. Even when we were in the Polaris lounge they did not have diet sodas. They said they were out no Coke zero no Diet Coke, etc. I do not think the portion of nuts they serve on the plane could get any smaller. Really a minimal service and offer for what you’re paying for in business.

6.0 GoodSandra, Oct 2025SFO - MUC
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We were in business class. the angled seats in that class do not have a real window view & the placement of the controls are bad. But we knew that. But the food options were mediocre. The taste was fine, but the size was for a child. It’s just really feels like United is skimping on everything. Even when we were in the Polaris lounge they did not have diet sodas. They said they were out no Coke zero no Diet Coke, etc. I do not think the portion of nuts they serve on the plane could get any smaller. Really a minimal service and offer for what you’re paying for in business.

I had no checked baggage but was required to hand over carry on baggage at the door of the plane. There was a lot of overboard space in the plane and I was one of the last ones. I ran to get my carry on but it was gone. I was given back at the plane door in Toronto, so the wait was not as long as it would have been at the carousel.

This is the best united airlines flight that I took. The crew was very friendly and the food was tasty!

Food was terrible. Crew was kind but skipped over my row for providing sandwiches and beverages.

The attendant were friendly. I suggest you have a medical attendant on board every flight so that in case someone is sick , he/she will help them.

We love united ! We would like to acknowledge Aimee in the lounge near gate 130

It was all good flight was on time, service was good I enjoyed a few movies and everything was smooth

United airlines, mediocre at best. No issues , nothing great . Worked for me

leg space better than expected. two washrooms for one plane isn't enough.

I do prefer to fly United and have always had excellent service, except for bad weather. Flights are on time and staff is alway curtious and helpful

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