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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Costa Rica

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
San José
San José1 stop$210
Liberia
Liberia1 stop$426
San José
San José1 stop$210
Liberia
Liberia1 stop$426

Book Cheap Columbus to Costa Rica Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Columbus 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 round-trip flight deals from Columbus to Costa Rica

Thu, May 21 - Sun, May 24
Frontier Logo
8:48 pm - 8:19 am
CMH
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SJO
13h 31m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:35 am - 8:05 pm
SJO
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CMH
8h 30m
1 stop
$210Frontier
Fri, May 22 - Mon, May 25
Frontier Logo
8:48 pm - 8:19 am
CMH
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SJO
13h 31m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:35 am - 7:53 pm
SJO
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CMH
8h 18m
1 stop
$274Frontier
Sun, May 24 - Sun, May 31
Frontier Logo
9:00 pm - 8:19 am
CMH
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SJO
13h 19m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:35 am - 8:05 pm
SJO
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CMH
8h 30m
1 stop
$284Frontier
Fri, May 15 - Sun, May 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:45 am
CMH
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SJO
7h 45m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:35 am - 8:05 pm
SJO
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CMH
8h 30m
1 stop
$319Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:47 pm - 11:33 am
CMH
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SJO
21h 46m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:38 pm - 5:40 pm
SJO
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CMH
27h 02m
2 stops
$390Multiple Airlines
Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 20
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:00 pm
CMH
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LIR
8h 00m
1 stop
Delta Logo
1:25 pm - 11:59 pm
LIR
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CMH
8h 34m
1 stop
$426Delta
Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 20
American Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 1:45 pm
CMH
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LIR
10h 00m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:26 pm - 10:46 am
LIR
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CMH
18h 20m
2 stops
$431American Airlines
Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 6
American Airlines Logo
5:05 am - 1:10 pm
CMH
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LIR
10h 05m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
12:28 pm - 12:21 am
LIR
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CMH
9h 53m
1 stop
$436American Airlines
Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 7
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 12:00 pm
CMH
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LIR
8h 00m
1 stop
Delta Logo
1:25 pm - 12:30 am
LIR
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CMH
9h 05m
1 stop
$511Delta
Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 7
United Airlines Logo
6:10 am - 12:10 pm
CMH
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LIR
8h 00m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
3:27 pm - 9:42 am
LIR
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CMH
16h 15m
2 stops
$516United Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Columbus to Costa Rica flights

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica is February, when tickets cost $430 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $786 and $619 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Columbus Airport to Costa Rica, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 3 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flight$84
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 19% increase in price.
Flight from Columbus to San José

FAQs - booking Costa Rica flights

  • Do I need a visa when I fly from Columbus to Costa Rica?

    You won't need a visa or a valid passport to travel from Columbus to Costa Rica. You only need to obtain a visa if you stay in Costa Rica for more than 180 days.

  • Where will I have layovers when I fly from Columbus to Costa Rica?

    You must make at least one or two stops after taking off in Columbus before you arrive in Costa Rica. These layovers will most often occur at airports like Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Orlando International Airport (MCO).

  • Which airline should I choose when I fly from Columbus to Costa Rica with kids?

    If you're concerned about keeping your kids occupied as you fly from Columbus to Costa Rica, consider flying with United Airlines. This option will set your kids up with complimentary children's activity kits.

  • What is the most sustainable airline that flies to Costa Rica?

    Most airlines are taking steps to become more sustainable, but only some are going as far as American Airlines. It's fully committed to becoming carbon-neutral within the next 30 years and is upgrading its fleet to make this mission possible.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Columbus 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 Columbus to Costa Rica.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Columbus to Costa Rica 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 Columbus 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 from Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus to Costa Rica up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Costa Rica

  • Those flying from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Costa Rica might be pleasantly surprised to see how many airlines can get you there. American Airlines, United Airlines, and even Spirit Airlines routinely fly to Costa Rica. But depending on your travel plans, you must decide which airport in Costa Rica is the best choice. Juan Santamaría International Airport (SJO) is the preferred choice for most people, but Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) is another good option.
  • There is no shortage of airlines that can fly you from Columbus, OH, to Costa Rica, but no nonstop flights will get you to Costa Rica in under 8 hours.
  • If you settle on flying with an airline like Spirit Airlines, you won't be able to fly first class, since it doesn't offer this as an option. You will want to look for an airline like American Airlines that can provide first-class accommodations if that is how you prefer to fly. When you fly first class, you can access comfortable seating and more dining and in-flight entertainment options.
  • Those looking to save money while flying from Columbus to Costa Rica can do so by not checking any bags for their flight. Almost all airlines, including American Airlines, United Airlines, and Spirit Airlines, charge baggage fees for every checked bag. You can cut your travel costs by only bringing a carry-on bag on a flight if it meets your airline's requirements. For example, United Airlines limits the carry-on bag size to 9 in x 14 in x 22 inches.
  • To ensure you get your flight from John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) to Costa Rica, you should plan to arrive at the airport about three hours before the flight departure time. You can unwind in the airline lounges while waiting to board your flight.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Columbus to Costa Rica

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Columbus 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.
8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4337 reviews
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
Airline reviews

The Air hostess were very rude on my flight from Houston to Austin . Their regular communication itself felt a they are shouting at people.

4.0 Okaysangeetha, Apr 2026
AUS - SJC
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The Air hostess were very rude on my flight from Houston to Austin . Their regular communication itself felt a they are shouting at people.

Communication about the delayed flight was poor. We were told to move gates three times but that was bad information. We went from gate 128 to gate 126 and then to gate 123 and back to gate 126. Communication about the delay was bad. Ended up being 1 1/2 hour late getting home.

Plane was late. Zero service for 2+ hour flight and it was not that bumpy.

It was good from LAX to Phoenix, But the connection in Phoenix to Tulsa was not that great. The staff on both flights were great. The choice of free entertainment was ok nothing to brag about. The 45 min delay because of some electrical issue wasn't great from Phoenix to Tulsa. We sat there with hardly any air, The seat I had was between windows so the side of the plane pushed in on you. My being a bigger man it then made the seating area uncomfortable. The seats on the plane had no power to connect to recharge your phone or anything. I would recommend that they should look into a slot or clamp to hold your phone to enjoy while watching the entertainment choices hands-free. Also make it possible to raise the inner seat by the window be able to raise the arm rest up to make more room for larger people to set more comfortably. I would also say other then that stop price gouging the airfare or nickel and diming everything. Not fair for people having to fly for emergencies and be paying for higher prices due to the season or holidays. Your making your money either way and the cost of flying is still going to be the same regardless if there's 100 people or 200 people.

Had a great flight. Delayed takeoff, but comfortable. Snacks were good.

Love them will get a Southwest card to track my points and keep flying with them. My family and I were pleased with the services.

I have roller bag with food and medication told me I couldn't bring on my 2nd flight today. 15 years flying with SW never an issue with that bag.

Southwest continues to do less for more money. Flight attendants used to be fun and friendly. But now it’s like they don’t even see you. Such a shame.

Great flight. Good snacks and drinks. Grateful it was free. The flight from Nashville to louisville, i think her name was Tracy (not sure that's right) super awesome, nice and cheerful. She really enjoyed being at work today! She was the person who scanned the boarding pass on flight wn941. She should be recommended for a raise !

I liked it better when you were truer to your roots Am paying more for less fun

I was told that they needed to check my bag at the gate and to pick it up at the gate in Richmond. No big deal. I know they can't control the weather, but we flew around RIC for 45 minutes to avoid the storm and were 25 minutes late leaving as well. Once we landed, we were told to go to baggage claim to pick up our luggage. I went to bathroom, paid for parking, and went to the assigned baggage claim location. United flight people came down with us as well. They got their luggage immediately. Next, South West people came down about 10 minutes later. They got their luggage next. We finally got our luggage around 30 minutes in waiting. Was not a wonderful experience. No reflection on Delta, but the ground crew was lousy at best.

Everything could have benn better. Short fly, no food, no entertainment and no wifi.

Flight delayed. Air broken. Cabin was hot enough to pass out. Delta shuttle’s becoming worse and worse.

my mom urmila patel needed a wheelchair which was not available on the curbside. she needed to walk almost 50 meters inside (at the risk of falling) and then had to wait in line to get a wheelchair (this is not ok). Once obtained she had to seat in it for 30-45 minutes for someone to take her in thru the checkin process (which was fairly smooth and easy). the lady who helped her with her checkin process was very courteous and helpful

On the return flight, flight attendant Britt went out of her way to inform passengers that several of us had tight connections.

Fast, lovely scenery, great info on the Delta flight screen about landmarks we were flying over. Great landing!

Staff at the check-in counter were friendly, happy and helpful. They tagged our bags and sent us to “bag drop off” but were not very clear about where that was. The airport was busy we headed off in what we thought was the right direction until a gentleman waved us down and actually came after us. He was the baggage handler for Delta and recognized our “deer in the headlights “ look-he brought us to the right area (which was marked as the Southwest Airlines Drop Off) and sent us on our way. Wonderful guy, low key and working with a big smile on his face. Loved it. Loved him.

During the flight, the only refreshments provided were crackers and soft drinks; no substantial food was offered despite the international route. Furthermore, our initial flight was delayed, causing us to miss the connecting flight in Atlanta. The airline did not hold the connection, and we were informed that the next available flight is not for another 24 hours. While I am aware of alternative options via JetBlue, they operate out of JFK, which is not a viable solution for us as a resident of New Jersey.

Arlene was a great flight attendant. I also liked how one of the other flight attendants gave us a heads up about snacks and asked everyone to remove their headphones when it was their turn to order. Good idea.

Long flight but comfortable and not freezing as I have experienced on Hawaiian flights to the islands. They gave us blankets just in case. Nice touch.

one staffer was frustrated (it happen); the flight was late and the pilot mentioned they'll make amend but the snacks were the same, other than that the aircraft was clean and everything went smooth, no complaints

The wheelchair service is useless. They live you in different spots, not tell you anything just wait. I waited 30 minutes in Frankfurt when decided to walk the 25 minutes distance. In Budapest nobody came.

It was perfect! I've never flown with United before, but I definitely will in the future

I had a cancelled flight because of technical issues going to my destination, and a delayed flight coming home. All told it wasn’t a total bust.

Just a bad day to fly. Flight was delayed from scheduled 6:50 pm departure to 8:50 pm. Combination of factors mostly related to weather at the destination airport (which is where the incoming flight originated) which delayed the inbound flight over an hour. Once on board, we taxied but had to hold again on the taxiway for 10 minutes or so. We did not get wheels up until after 9 pm. The flight was smooth but about 18 minutes from our destination, we had to hold for several minutes more due to weather at ORD. We finally landed at ORD about 11:08 pm (accounting for the time difference, that was about a 3 hour delay from our scheduled departure time). It felt like we were never going to get to our destination. But the flight crew and attendants were very good. The movie selection onboard was also very nice. Got to watch half of a movie just during our taxi from the gate at ATL due to the delay!

Fine. The issues I had were associated with luggage being delayed from Turkey to Tanzania

No meal service to the back of the plane as it started late or was too slow to get it out before it was time to land.

Terrible, if possible won't be flying again anytime soon!

Efficient boarding and early departure. Very smooth flight. Early arrival in ATL. Great flight.

We purchase first class seats for the first time for multiples of standard economy ticket. There was no access to the club lounge and no priority boarding. The meal and the service once on the plane were superior and the seat was nicer, but not worth the price difference. I will be happy to seat in economy and spend the difference on more travel.

Early morning flight and no food in First Class except a "salmon" box. No thank you. Was informed before take off by Captain that the plane was not serviced before we boarded in Phoenix. How does that happen? Need more frequent additions/turn over on the Entertainment. Thanks

Moved to earlier flight which unexpectedly had maintenance issues initially indicated as quick fix to ultimately plane changes. Moved back to original flight, also delayed. In all cases customer updates and communication very unclear, no updates on drivers for delays.

Flight was delayed. No urgency by American Airlines team to assist those with connecting flights. It was basically you are on your own to run through the terminals to try and make your connection. Thanks, Mary

I have never been assaulted they way I was today in Charlotte - shame on American

One of our group members was struggling to walk. In Charlotte we asked for a wheelchair and she was accompanied by Desmond. I was impressed by his patience and attention. In Boston she received the same service. I didn’t get the name of the helper but she went above and beyond in assisting us. A great AA service

Better snacks but flight and crew were amazing on this flight

Found that the plane used for this short flight is smaller and therefore the seats are really squeezed tight.

It was the most un-special flight experience in my life.

Plane was super cold. No entertainment unless you were with mileage program Getting off the plane was super slow

Flight was on-time, boarding was flawless and the crew was friendly.

Horrible airline .. my flight was cancel , the only offer to flight next day was no good for me , representative from spirit advise everybody to buy the new ticket from southwest airline and spirit will pay back the money we spend on new ticket but after we did this they don’t want to pay us back , .. customer service is not help anybody Chat text messages it is horrible also , robots can’t answer and help u with anything … I send the complains to head quarter in Miami and department of transportation

Attention to detail. Luggage was lost in flight, after I confirmed it was connecting. Never made it to the destination airport.

The ticket price are reasonable, however, they can do better with the price on the luggage. Overall, I will continue using spirit.

That this is my second time the they cancel flights and they always wait until the last minute to let people know

The flight was supposed to leave at 6:22pm we are just now leaving the gate after deplaning twice at 1:07am.

Spirit is always late. Every single time. Always a different reason

They keep delaying and cancel at last moment and height was for you to get refund need to be in chat line for two hours. I complained to DOT. Never recommend this airline on Kayak please

First flight in along time with spirit! I’m honored to say this flight was excellent 😊

Spirit is awful. Do not fly spirit. Nothing but delays, cancellations.

Every connection was late but that meant I was not running from one to the next so that was a good thing. No one wants to miss a connection

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