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Price, demand and travel trends for Gainesville to Costa Rica flights

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What are the cheapest fares from Gainesville to Costa Rica right now?

The cheapest fares from Gainesville to Costa Rica on KAYAK in the last week were to Liberia (LIR) from $725 round-trip, and to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from $764 round-trip.

Which airport in Costa Rica is the cheapest to fly to from Gainesville?

Based on KAYAK data from the past 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into Costa Rica are:

• San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from $810
• Liberia (LIR) from $993

What’s the cheapest day to fly from Gainesville to Costa Rica?

Sunday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from Gainesville to Costa Rica, while Tuesday is the most expensive. Fares run about 42% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

What's the cheapest time of day to fly from Gainesville to Costa Rica?

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to Costa Rica during the morning with average prices of $896. The afternoon is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $1,410.

Key details for Gainesville to Costa Rica flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$725
The most popular month to fly with an average 148% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Gainesville to Liberia

Your Gainesville to Costa Rica flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Gainesville to Costa Rica?

    Fares from Gainesville to Costa Rica are around their usual level right now. A round-trip under $673 is considered a good deal, so it's worth keeping an eye out, or setting a Price Alert to catch price changes.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Gainesville to Costa Rica?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Gainesville to Costa Rica have ranged from $673 to $1,102.

  • What are the main airports serving Costa Rica?

    Flights to Costa Rica use two main airports, Liberia (LIR) and San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

  • What airlines fly nonstop from Gainesville to Costa Rica?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, no airline regularly operates nonstop flights from Gainesville to Costa Rica. However, Delta offers a one-stop option.

  • Which cabin classes are available on flights from Gainesville to Costa Rica?

    On flights from Gainesville to Costa Rica you can only book Economy Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks in Costa Rica?

    KAYAK travelers' favorite landmarks in Costa Rica include:

    • Parque Metropolitano La Sabana
    • Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica
    • Museo de Oro
    • Morazan Park

Your guide to booking Gainesville to Costa Rica flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, book your trip for February when flights are typically cheapest and avoid August when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Sunday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Tuesday cost about 42% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • If you're looking to save, San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the cheapest airport to fly into from Gainesville. If you have onward travel, don't forget to factor in the cost of your journey by train, bus or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in San José, which is the most popular destination in Costa Rica. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular destinations such as La Fortuna, Tamarindo and Manuel Antonio.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Gainesville to Costa Rica

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Gainesville 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.
7.0
American AirlinesOverall score based on 12145 reviews
6.8Entertainment
6.4Food
7.9Crew
7.4Boarding
7.2Comfort
Airline reviews

Flight was delayed due to maintenance issue. Missed my connecting flight. Got rebooked in a middle seat when I had a first class ticket.

2.0 MediocreErin, Oct 2026
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Flight was delayed due to maintenance issue. Missed my connecting flight. Got rebooked in a middle seat when I had a first class ticket.

My boarding pass said gate E5. I arrived at gate E5 by 12:45pm. At 2:10pm, I received a phone call stating I was supposed to be at gate D37. They would not wait for me to get there (by the way, the plane was still there when I got to gate D37, but everything was closed and no one was at the door). The next flight at 7:40pm was sold out; was told I'd be put on the 9:47pm flight. I was so stressed, I became chokey (apparently I have mild asthma). By the grace of God, a lot of begging, and the customer service rep taking pity on me, I was able to get on a 4:50pm flight to Philadelphia.

Comfy and timely flight thanks to Cathay to all crew and the captain for our smooth landing.. above all thank You Lord for our Safe flight ❤️🙌🙏🏽

I have executive platinum status with American Airlines. It seems impossible to be upgraded anymore and I’m never offered a cheese plate or thanked for my loyalty.

In premium economy I was expecting a bit cleaner area. Tables were not very clean. Only one of us received a blanket and pillow. The food was okay. Probably a smidgen better than coach. The crew were very nice but should have done more walk through to at least pick up trash.

Quick flight. No time to stress over it. Over before it begins.

It was what i expected. I like the movies you can access from your phone. It would be nice if there was a gluten free snack offered. But I did bring my own snack knowing there would not be a gluten free option

why would I bother with this airline and pick seats when I am asked to move for a weight imbalance

I appreciated that it was on time, safe and professional. I didn’t like that I wasn’t in a place where I had a window at my window seat. It would have been nice to know that in advance. If it was mentioned in the ticketing, I didn’t notice it.

A much better flight than our previous. The flight attendant took care of us and regularly checked in to see if we needed anything. Brought us drinks prior to the departure and then a couple more times. Totally makes the difference in how you travel when the crew is checking on their passengers. Great job on this leg of our trip.

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