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Cheap Flights from Palm Springs to Costa Rica

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
San José
San José2 stops$444
Liberia
Liberia2 stops$469
San José
San José2 stops$444
Liberia
Liberia2 stops$469
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Price, demand and travel trends for Palm Springs to Costa Rica flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

The cheapest fare from Palm Springs to Costa Rica in the last week was $444 round-trip, to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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

All flights from Palm Springs to Costa Rica arrive at San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO). On average, round-trip fares are around $925.

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

Thursday tends to be the cheapest day to fly from Palm Springs to Costa Rica, while Sunday is the most expensive. Fares run about 31% higher that day, based on the past 12 months of KAYAK data.

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

Data from the past 12 months shows it's cheapest to fly to Costa Rica during the evening with average prices of $691. The afternoon is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $922.

Key details for Palm Springs to Costa Rica flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$313
Beat the crowds with an average 82% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 93% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Palm Springs to San José

Your Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Fares from Palm Springs to Costa Rica are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $712 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

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

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Palm Springs to Costa Rica have ranged from $712 to $981.

  • What airlines fly nonstop from Palm Springs to Costa Rica?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, no airline regularly operates nonstop flights from Palm Springs to Costa Rica. One-stop options include United Airlines and American Airlines.

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

    On flights from Palm Springs 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 Palm Springs 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 September when prices are at their highest.
  • Flying on Thursday is usually the cheapest. Flights on Sunday cost about 31% more on average, so being flexible with your travel dates could help you save.
  • 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 Palm Springs to Costa Rica

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Palm Springs 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.
7.3
United AirlinesOverall score based on 10475 reviews
8.1Crew
6.7Food
7.3Comfort
7.1Entertainment
7.7Boarding
Airline reviews

Flight delay in lax which delayed our connecting flight to Copenhagen. Was placed on standby the following day and got delayed again at Scandinavian air. Bad bad counter service at ar Canada in Toronto by the name of Camilla who said that she was doing us a courtesy for even finding a earlier flight for us after we the customer are the ones being inconvenient by the cancellation of our flight. Btw, we are going on a tour. Air Canada is the worse

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Nov 2026
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Flight delay in lax which delayed our connecting flight to Copenhagen. Was placed on standby the following day and got delayed again at Scandinavian air. Bad bad counter service at ar Canada in Toronto by the name of Camilla who said that she was doing us a courtesy for even finding a earlier flight for us after we the customer are the ones being inconvenient by the cancellation of our flight. Btw, we are going on a tour. Air Canada is the worse

New Max 10, first class seats have been shrunk. End of a 20 hour journey, it was United not Lufthansa, just glad to get home

Seats are uncomfortable and left me in pain in my tailbone area. I got about one hour of sleep.

Delay of two hours due to some mechanical issue. Staff was wonderful and the pilot did let us know what was going on.

One of my checked luggage was damaged. Cracked on the top by the handle.

Flight was late, the only reason I almost missed my flight was that my connection was also late.

My experience on this United Airlines flight was highly uncomfortable, primarily due to two issues: Cabin Temperature: The temperature on the Boeing 737 MAX 8 was unacceptably high, feeling consistently around 80 degrees throughout the flight. This made sleeping impossible and significantly detracted from the experience. Seating Arrangement: Being stuck in a middle seat for a six-and-a-half-hour overnight flight compounded the discomfort. Moving forward, I will always purchase a seat assignment to avoid this situation.

The Palm Springs to Chicago O’Hare was on Time and Palm Springs airport is easier navigate. As our connection was only an approximately 50 minutes, we asked staff for insights for the Chicago airport in terms of transferring into the other terminal from which our flight left, and they were unhelpful. However, the United App was very helpful in terms of notifications and even providing directions. The Chicago to Detroit flight was significantly delayed which we all know does happen. However, there were very few updates or notifications as to why this was happening when we would actually arrive. It took nearly 30 minutes for bags to make it to baggage claim. We arrived nearly 1 hour late on a 40 minute flight.

Wifi did not work. Cut off on and off every 10 min

When I purchased my ticket, I assumed it was a real ticket, as in, when I go to the airport I am guaranteed a seat. Not so. When I checked in 24 hours ahead of time, I noticed I did not have a seat assignment and my boarding pass said "Standby." I was informed at the gate that the flight was full and I may not get on that plane. I don't recall being offered the option of selecting a seat when I checked in, and apparently, for the honor of pre-selecting a seat, you must pay an additional fee. So, a ticket really isn't a ticket, it's actually a lottery and if you're lucky, you may make it on board - or you can choose to be extorted for extra money for the guarantee of a seat. It's like making reservations with the Godfather - one payment isn't enough, there's always another bribe you have to make. After the first few zones were called and I hadn't been informed of my status, I went to the gate agent and they handed me a boarding pass, for the very last row near the restrooms, in between two very large people. Apparently that was my punishment for not purchasing a seat ahead of time. Airline service has not only gotten more expensive, but the return on your money has shrunk and there is little regard for the passengers. This feels like a racket. I am not pleased, as you may have gathered.

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