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San José
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$115
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flight from Salt Lake City to San José

FAQs - booking Costa Rica flights

  • Are Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) and Juan Santamaria International Airport San Jose (SJO) fully accessible by Persons with Reduced Mobility(PRM)?

    Both SLC and SJO are fully accessible by Persons with Reduced Mobility (PRM). Most of the airport facilities are wheelchair accessible. They are fitted with automatic doors, ambulant, ramps, elevators, and easily accessible call boxes. Both airports have reserved parking slots for the disabled in all their terminals’ parking. However, at SLC, it is customary to give a $3-$5 tip to PRM assistants.

  • Where can I get car rentals after landing at SJO?

    Wondering where to rent a car at SJO? The on-site rental car facilities such as; Alamo, Apex, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Easycar, Enterprise, and Europcar are easily located near the exit in the arrival terminal.

  • Are there any kid-friendly amenities at SLC?

    SLC is ranked among some of the best US Kid-Friendly Airports for Infants, Toddlers, and even Teens. It has two nicely outfitted play areas that are located in Lindbergh Terminal, Concourse C, and Humphrey Terminal, Concourse C, second floor. Here, kids can climb about on a mock airplane.

  • Apart from San José, which other cities are served by SJO?

    Other than San Jose, the capital of Costa Rica, SJO also serves as the destination airport for most of the passengers traveling to the nearby cities, among them Colon, Costa Rica. Colon is just about 5.9 miles from SJO. From SJO, you can spend about 23min to reach Colon via a bus, 16min via a taxi, a Towncar, or a Shuttle.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Costa Rica.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Salt Lake City to Costa Rica?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Costa Rica with an airline and back to Salt Lake City with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Salt Lake City 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 to Costa Rica from Salt Lake City up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Costa Rica

  • Morning departure is around 21% cheaper than an evening flight, on average*.
  • Despite the presence of South Valley Regional Airport (U42)in Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) has maintained its status as the departure destination of choice for Costa Rica. This is down to its ease of accessibility. From Salt Lake City center, you will take about 24 minutes to access (SLC) via Line 704 tram, 23min via a bus, and about 14min via a Towncar or a taxi.
  • If you intend to conveniently catch up with your early morning flight from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Costa Rica’s Juan Santamaria International Airport San Jose (SJO), consider spending your night in a hotel near the airport. Among your hotel options is the Comfort Suites Airport hotel. Other than being 6min drive away, the hotel will offer you free airport shuttle services to SLC.
  • Longer layovers at SJO need not be boring and frustrating. During your layover, you can consider taking Costa Rica tours to see a bunch of sites within your limited time period. Among these sites is the Arenal Volcano National Park. Located 2.5 miles from Juan Santamaria Airport, the impressive volcano’s neighborhood features Tabacon Resort’s natural hot springs where you’ll relax as you wait for your next flight.
  • If you’re arriving from a late-night flight from Salt Lake City to Costa Rica via SJO, consider reserving your room in Santa Maria Inn. Located about 2.5 miles from the airport, the hotel will offer you free shuttle services from the airport.
  • For pet lovers traveling from Salt Lake City to Costa Rica via SLC, you may find SLC’s pet relief areas quite useful. The pet relief areas are located within Concourse A near gate A9, as well as Concourse B near gate B20. In these areas, your pet will be allowed to relieve itself prior to boarding your flight to SJO. Outside the pet relief area, your pet must, however, be in its right crate or kennel.
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Top 5 airlines serving from Salt Lake City to Costa Rica

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DeltaOverall score based on 11418 reviews
81overall
75food
86crew
80entertainment
82boarding
79comfort
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Carly the flight attendant was extremely helpful and very accommodating to passengers on the flight from what I noticed. Couldn't be more satisfied with the service and assistance from Delta's flight attendant, Thanks again Carly!!

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Carly the flight attendant was extremely helpful and very accommodating to passengers on the flight from what I noticed. Couldn't be more satisfied with the service and assistance from Delta's flight attendant, Thanks again Carly!!

Had to run to make it only to have the flight delayed to wait for all the late connectors Second drink service skipped up

It wasn't really their fault it was the horrible winds and we just got unlucky.

There is no free Wi-Fi or screens in the seats for this flight. It would be nice if they had actual actual healthy drink options like a flavored sparkling water. The flight was very dark because nobody was sitting on the left side and they didn't open any of the windows. The plane was kind of and had small overhead bins. There was no distinguishable difference between economy and comfort Plus.

I recently had foot surgery and traveled my first time needing assistance. The flight attendants on this flight went above and beyond accommodating my partner and I. I had a panic attack from the medication I was on, and the flight attendants made me feel safe and comfortable when they saw me in distress. They relocated me to an area of the aircraft that made me feel more comfortable and we had our own row which helped reduce my anxiety tremendously.

On time departure and early arrival. Excellent customer service from flight crew

The bus ride from the terminal to board the plane is uncomfortable and stressful when making a connection.

Pros: "Absolutely ridiculous ... sat on the runway longer than the flight."
Cons: "Reason we sat on the runway longer than the flight is they were understaffed. Unacceptable."
Pros: "I honestly like the fact they load the plane from the back to front rows."
Cons: "Additional snacks and drinks cannot be purchased. It would be nice to have more bottled water or additional selections."
Pros: "Great crew...seat spacing gives great comfort. Love they have a comfort class option. So much better experience than American. Wish Delta had more direct flights out of Charlotte."
Cons: "It was perfect!!"

Everything was good except for deplaning in NY. Took way too long!!

Jet Blue keeps getting iit wrong. 4 hour mechanical delay followed by terrible boarding experience. This is my third horrific jet blue flight in 2024. I am going to try to avoid this loser in the sky

Delayed by almost an hour - I also noticed that all JetBlue flights departing from PBI were delayed yet the weather was perfect.

I booked this flight using JetBlue points and I was just so happy. The plane was so clean, I had every need met. Thank you!!

My experience with JetBlue was fantastic! The service was top-notch, the flight was smooth, and the staff were friendly and helpful. I would definitely fly with them again.

Another horrible Jet Blue experience. This airline has suffered the biggest decline of all from best to worst. TVs didn’t work (again). internet was temperamental. Boarded late and couldn’t get organized to serve snacks.

I hate their constant delays! It’s as if I cannot confidently make plans for timing when I'm traveling with them. I slept through it, so all I can say is it was good.

The staff at JFK were rude and unhelpful. I was harassed for the same bag that I used on my flight to jfk with no issues claiming it was the inappropriate size. The women then allowed my travel companion to board with the same size bag because they thought she was more “humble”. Also on the flight when informing the flight attendant that nationals no longer have to fill out the Bahamas immigration form my statement was met with eye rolling and attitude.

The free wi-fi was great. But, the flight delay was not sustainable. It definitely impacted people schedules and JetBlue didn’t do anything to compensate clients for it

One of the crew members, a male complained about my bag being too heavy, which I felt was really unnecessary. I am disabled and would have carried it myself if I thought it was going to be a problem. In addition the landing was rough because everyone gasped in unison which it touched down.

Flight delayed for 2 hours due to a part. The plane sat waiting for boarding for a long time and during final preflight inspection the issue was found. Why not do the preflight inspection sooner if you know the plane is being used?

The flight experience was very good! Especially the United Club!

Overall it was good. The flight was bumpy at times, but the pilot made us aware every time. As a result, no snacks/drinks were made available. Seats were tight but that’s okay as I had a window seat.

Plane didn’t even make it off the ground. We all had to get off and walk to a different terminal (lots of confusion) to get on a different plane. Landed fairly late, connections missed.

the head jack on my seat didn't work and the power outlet didn't work for my seat

All good except paid for wifi that did not work

Beverage and food services are excellent. We enjoy paying the extra for economy plus for the 3 inches more leg room to be exact.

Left 2 hours later for delayed I had to take care a kid with special need since people don’t want to move to accommodate the rest of the family. . It wasn’t bad but that made me upset that people can be that selfish.

The crew were really great, but the 4 hour delay in small chunks was the worst.

They did get us booked on a later flight, but it made us miss our connecting flight. So, we had to stay and another state overnight with no luggage or clothes. Because they kept our luggage at airport for next flight on the next day.

Plane was good but was delayed. probably not AA fault but caused a 1 hour delay. Seating was cramped.

Flight was good and arrived a little early. Very good.

Gossipy flight attendants talked the whole flight about bar hopping and dating.

Turbulence was bad and flight attendants gossiped about going to the bar and dating. Could have better awareness.

When we exited the plane our wheelchair wasn’t there. The Pilot and co pilot were so nice and helped us locate it. Great service.

Didn't like the 6 hour delay as it caused me to miss all of my connections. Still, I did get home safely 14 hours late but exhausted.

New ridiculous policy by american destroyed my allegiance to american. As a million miler with american, I expected it would be easy to get on an earlier flight when I got to airport earlier than expected, and save a five hour layover. WRONG. The online app would not let me switch flights, So I called, and was promised a call back in 90 minutes. HAH! The customer service desk at DCA said “we no longer have access to changing a flight on our screens. If the app couldn’t do it, I should send a letter to American, but there’s nothing else possible!”

We were delayed bc ground crew gave the flight crew the wrong paperwork. We taxiied to the runway then back to the gate to get the correct paperwork that no one bothered reviewing the first time we pushed back. Boarding was rude and stressful like it always is. Gate agents and flight attendants are all over 55 years of age, embittered by years of underpayment From AA leading to their passive agressive bitchiness for no reason.

Same basket of unhealthy prepackaged snacks (junk food) which was depleted by the time it got to my row!!

Lots of weather delays that were poorly communicated and managed. I get there are weather delays but they didn’t make it clear what was happening or comfortable on the plane

Beware of all the extras. Nickel and dimed. Everything was extra. It turns a $90 fare in to a $400 fair quite easily.

I flew from Las Vegas to Reno Nevada. Airfare was 60 $ round trip. I needed to bring my skis and boots.that was going to be $111 to bring them. Upon arrival they informed me that anyone who has skis more than 62 inches long is charged an oversize fee of $150 each way. Almost everyone over 5 foot five has skis over 62 inches long. So I paid $60 for the flight and $411 to bring my skis with me! WTF

Didn’t make the connecting flight due to a delay on our first flight.

I like the price. I did not like the seats: very little space and not reclining.

Flights are great except for the ticketing service on the terminal.. Too little employees taking care for lots of flights.

The seats were very uncomfortable. The crew was very polite and helpful.

The airplane was extremely hot the air conditioner wasn’t working I

The text told me it was changed to Terminal E and Gate D5. But with no one on site to ask questions there was confusion on where to go as all the gates were E's. Then we took the skyline to the D area. We left to get something to eat. No announcement was made but my daughter happened to asked and they told her our gate was moved to D12. I will not fly Spirit again.

Seats horrible. No way of getting comfortable . But flight ran smoothly

Flight left an hour late because the biometric scanner for check in broke. Instead of checking in people in a traditional way they waited to bring in a new biometric scanner and thus we waited on the plane for an hour while they checked in the rest of the people.

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Recent round-trip flight deals

4/23Tue
2 stopsSpirit Airlines
16h 47mSLC-SJO
5/1Wed
2 stopsSpirit Airlines
25h 03mSJO-SLC
$253
4/24Wed
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16h 47mSLC-SJO
5/1Wed
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25h 03mSJO-SLC
$265
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1 stopDelta
8h 54mSLC-SJO
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16h 24mSJO-SLC
$296
5/10Fri
1 stopDelta
25h 43mSLC-SJO
5/20Mon
1 stopDelta
16h 24mSJO-SLC
$304
4/22Mon
1 stopJetBlue
10h 59mSLC-SJO
4/25Thu
1 stopJetBlue
11h 11mSJO-SLC
$370
4/23Tue
1 stopAmerican Airlines
8h 27mSLC-SJO
5/1Wed
2 stopsAmerican Airlines
17h 20mSJO-SLC
$374
4/23Tue
1 stopAmerican Airlines
8h 27mSLC-SJO
4/30Tue
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30h 39mSJO-SLC
$391
4/23Tue
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10h 59mSLC-SJO
5/10Fri
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10h 36mSJO-SLC
$410
4/20Sat
1 stopUnited Airlines
17h 48mSLC-SJO
5/14Tue
2 stopsUnited Airlines
20h 10mSJO-SLC
$451
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1 stopUnited Airlines
21h 30mSLC-SJO
4/24Wed
2 stopsUnited Airlines
32h 10mSJO-SLC
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43h 14mSLC-SJO
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30h 19mSJO-SLC
$1,115
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10h 44mSLC-SJO
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11h 38mSJO-SLC
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11h 09mSLC-SJO
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15h 09mSJO-SLC
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