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Cheap Flights from Sacramento to Costa Rica

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
San José
San José2 stops$547
Liberia
Liberia2 stops$535
San José
San José2 stops$547
Liberia
Liberia2 stops$535

Book Cheap Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Costa Rica

Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 17
American Airlines Logo
11:13 am - 11:29 am
SMF
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LIR
23h 16m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:47 pm - 10:12 am
LIR
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SMF
20h 25m
2 stops
$535American Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:53 pm
SMF
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SJO
12h 53m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:03 pm - 11:10 pm
SJO
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SMF
11h 07m
1 stop
$547American Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 27
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 7:37 pm
SMF
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SJO
13h 37m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 6:20 pm
SJO
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SMF
10h 35m
1 stop
$552United Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
American Airlines Logo
7:26 pm - 12:22 pm
SMF
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SJO
14h 56m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:39 pm - 12:34 am
SJO
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SMF
11h 55m
1 stop
$557American Airlines
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:53 pm
SMF
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SJO
12h 53m
2 stops
American Airlines Logo
1:03 pm - 11:10 pm
SJO
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SMF
11h 07m
1 stop
$559American Airlines
Sun, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 17
Delta Logo
1:50 pm - 1:05 pm
SMF
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SJO
21h 15m
2 stops
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 6:38 pm
SJO
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SMF
13h 38m
1 stop
$563Delta
Thu, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 30
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 2:00 pm
SMF
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SJO
13h 01m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
1:00 pm - 11:59 pm
SJO
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SMF
11h 59m
1 stop
$572American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 30
American Airlines Logo
11:59 pm - 1:58 pm
SMF
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SJO
12h 59m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 11:32 pm
SJO
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SMF
11h 35m
1 stop
$577American Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 12
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 6:40 pm
SMF
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SJO
11h 25m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
1:30 pm - 11:00 pm
SJO
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SMF
10h 30m
2 stops
$579Southwest
Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Sep 17
United Airlines Logo
4:15 pm - 12:10 pm
SMF
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LIR
18h 55m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
1:20 pm - 10:29 pm
LIR
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SMF
10h 09m
1 stop
$612United Airlines
Booking Insights

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

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Costa Rica?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Costa Rica is August, when tickets cost $140 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and January, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $425 and $408 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Costa Rica, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonOctober
Cheapest flight$161
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Sacramento to San José

FAQs - booking Costa Rica flights

  • Am I going to need to obtain a visa or bring a passport for my trip from Sacramento to Costa Rica?

    It is a requirement that you take a valid passport with you on your trip to Costa Rica, and you do need to make sure that the passport will remain valid for the entire time you are in the country. If you are taking a vacation in Costa Rica, there is no need to obtain a visa so long as you're not going to stay in the country for more than 90 days, but be sure you can provide proof of a return plane ticket upon arrival .

  • What type of airport hotels will I find upon my arrival at the Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)?

    One of the most convenient hotels you will find in this area is the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela, which has a location on Radial Francisco J. Orlich Blvd. which is the entrance to the terminal area. This hotel provides a complimentary shuttle to get you from the airport to the hotel property.

  • What are some of the transportation options to get from the Juan Santamaria International Airport to downtown San Juan?

    If you would like to utilize public transportation to make this trip, one great option is the Line 200 bus operated by TUASA that will have you downtown in about 30 minutes. Travelers that would like to take a taxi to make this trip can do so in about 17 minutes.

  • If I want to rent a car upon my arrival at Juan Santamaria International Airport, where should I look for the rental car companies?

    There are nine or so different rental car companies that operate at this airport, and all of them have customer service desks in the arrivals hall just past the customs checkpoint.

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

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento 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

  • One of the most convenient ways to get from downtown Sacramento to the Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is to travel on Bus 142 offered by Sacramento Regional Transit, which can make the trip from the downtown area to the airport in about 17 minutes.
  • One of the most popular routes of travel for people flying from the Sacramento International Airport to Costa Rica is to fly to the Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO). If this is a flight that interests you, there are some great one-stop flight options aboard Delta Airlines and United Airlines.
  • When travelers want to make their way from Sacramento International Airport to a coastal area in Costa Rica, they often fly to the Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport (LIR). To travel on this particular route, you will find one-stop flight options aboard Delta Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines.
  • If you plan on driving your car to the Sacramento International Airport, one of the most cost-effective ways to park at this airport is to park in the West Economy Parking Lot, where you can pre-pay for your parking by your license plate number. Once you pay and park your car, there is a shuttle bus roughly every 25 minutes or so.
  • A fantastic way to kill some time at the Sacramento International Airport before a flight to Costa Rica is to wander both of the terminal buildings to see the large selection of artwork scattered throughout the complex. The highlight of this collection is the two pillars found in the baggage claim area that have the look of construction with luggage.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Sacramento to Costa Rica

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Sacramento 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.
7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4246 reviews
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
Airline reviews

Was fine, delayed and feels like southwest is always late

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Jun 2026
SMF - LAS
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Was fine, delayed and feels like southwest is always late

Sacrament staff are always polite and helpful. Airport is easy to maneuver and boarding is straightforward.

Southwest is Southwest. No frills. If you're luck enough to get a happy crew (we did), then it makes for a nicer flight.

I liked the crew member who gave flight instructions on "in case of a problem:. The seats are so small that only a young teenager could sit in middle seat.

Great flight staff. Ease of boarding. Overall, very uneventful and easy trip.

Flight was ok. Boarding wasn’t fun. Flights were delayed by 12 minutes on each leg.

Terrible. Plane was at gate for 30 minutes before boarding. Boarding took 30 min. Then the co pilot announces that the plane has the minimal amount of fuel it needed. So we waited at the gate on board without air conditioning for 42 minutes while the plane took on additional fuel. My question to Southwest Airlines. Why didn’t you add the fuel to the plane before you allowed boarding to a plane without air conditioning in 102 degree heat.

2 hour delay Missed my birthday plans Was offered no beverages Staff on plane was rude

Friendly and efficient service. On time departure and earlier arrival.

The crew and flight went well. My issue was internal communications. I had a connecting flight that initially was changed to a later time since first flight was delayed, then they changed back to original time because “the captain thought hed make it”. Upon arrival at connecting airport, the flight attendant assured that the connecting flight was still there and I should run to the gate after deplaning…well that was inaccurate. The plane had departed and gate was empty. I was stuck at airport 4 hours hungry and irritated and also had to again cancel my transportation plans at destination. After informing the help desk I was given a dry oh well and a measly $15 food voucher that barely could afford anything at that airport.

It was as good as it could be. Flying is not a pleasant experience these days.

Very good flight. Crew was great. No issues and we even arrived early.

Be on time? When not on time a circling for over an hour offer more than 1 bag of chips to the passengers? It was a 7 hour flight by the time we got done.

Checkin was good, fllight ws good. Onlly complaint is lack of foot on 6 hour flight from Seattle to Boston. Snacks were flimsy - chips and cookies. could have offered something more substantial for such a long flight. I know you can buy food in airport but for the price you pay for a ticket, they should step up for the passengers.

While they turned off most cabin lights to allow people to sleep, I was bothered by how bright the side lights still were. It was still quite bright for me in a window seat, when I wish I could have slept!

I took seat 15A in anticipation of window seat, there is no window.

It was nt delta. It was aeromexo. Service was awful. They served a very small drink and NO snack for a 3hr and 35min flight. Then for the first 30 min of the flight is was talk and talk over head interruption the movie/ show i picked to watch.

There was a security issue at the airport and we were unable to land. We circled endlessly and then landed at another airfield for fuel. We then circled the airport again, almost landed but didn’t fully touch down before circling again. I am thankful to the crew for keeping us safe- the issue was the airline and staff at the airport getting us seats on our connecting flights. That part was hours of searching for someone and getting in double my steps.

Horrible. Grateful to be alive but spent 13 hours at airport only to return back to my familys house and flight changed to next day. They tried to fix a part on plane, had no back up plane and after 10 hours , reattempted the flight and it STILL wasn't fixed. We got a meal voucher and rescheduled flight but there should be some other compensation for the 15 hours spent in airport

Delta planes have the WORST seat comfort of any plane in history. It's the opposite of ergonomic, in every sense. They also recline minimally, are covered in a vinyl and have no feet rests. Then the disembarking process is chaotic and time consuming (because of the way they load the plane and deal with luggage). Overall, somewhat frustrating but we arrived safely :)

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.

Women boarding passengers at the gate was absolutely rude and disrespectful of passengers. The flight attendant was absolutely delightful! Smiling and connected with the passengers. So happy. The seats are cramped and uncomfortable but I guess that’s just the way it is Communication regarding flight was excellent

It was a pretty standard flight... until the almost hour and a half spent on the taxi way. I get that the weather has been poor but the delay had nothing to do with the weather and more to do with a plane with several issues tying up the gate. I get that that happens from time to time but this has been EVERY flight I've been on for the past 5 years and I fly 3 to 5 times a year. This isn't just United... it's American, it's Delta. It's an issue with the entire industry. I work for UPS and packages on a cargo plane get better service than people do these days. Anymore I HATE flying.

I boarded flight UA#1318 at Sacramento International Airport going back to Houston TX. The flight was scheduled at 5:10am. I was able to check in virtually using the United Airlines app. When I entered the airport, there was no one outside assisting with checked bags as it was for Delta Airlines. Immediately upon entering, there was a LONG, EXTREMELY LONG line to the kiosks to get boarding passes. I stand in line to get boarding passes then had to move to ANOTHER EXTREMELY LONG line to get my bags checked in. While standing in this line, we noticed an agent taking customers to 3 at a time to her station to check their bags in. Lucky for me, she called me back, checked my bags for me and I was on my way. I then encountered another long line at the TSA check and to avoid I ending up having to sign up for CLEAR to bypass it. So glad, I did.,...Both of my flights were great with no issues, butthe check in progress at Bush Airport was so much smoother. Check-in at SMF airport needs to be anaylzed and corrected. Do better United, I know you can....thanks

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.

Really good 😊 the woman at the gate entrance was a little rude checking in our carry-on but i dont think she worked for the airline, she worked for the airport at sacramento, other than that amazing.

The first flight was better in terms of the aircraft.

This was a short flight with no food. The attendants were great but the comfort was poor: just to cramped. The flight from Denver to Frankfort was excellent! Seating was roomier, food was good, service was good. This was a great experience.

Flight attendant was sincerely mean -- a true disgrace to an otherwise pretty crummy company anyway. Really embarrassing. I actually feel bad for United.

Bag check employee was on the phone the whole time… couldn’t even explain why I was missing tags and just looked at me funny and laughed while he was on the phone. Horrible customer service.

Flight was delayed multiple times without giving any particular reason and the only thing that was communicated was that 'Aircraft is getting ready'. I was stuck at SFO airport for 15 hours and finally took Southwest Airlines flight back home to Dallas.

I was not clear if food was offered or not.

The experience at checkin for my American Airlines flight from Sacramento to LAX was very good including the assistance I received in getting my bags checked in and boarding passes printed. Was pleasantly surprised the my bags were checked through all the way to my destination at Clark International Airport in Angeles, Philippines.

Mediocre would be best description. Food bland. Seat biz class uncomfortable to sleep. Crew never dimmed lights completely in an overnight flight to Europe. Would avoid AA if possible.

It would be nice to have some low carb options in the snacks.

Eventless. It was a good flight and good crew. Can’t complaint.

The flight was uneventful. What was a problem was I was delayed getting home one entire day because the flight from Sacramento was delayed. That made getting to my connecting flight impossible. I had to stay another night at the hotel and incur that expense as a result.

We are gluten free, there were not any available complimentary gluten free options.

Everything was very good EXCEPT the food, on a five and a half hour trip. They only gave to us was snacks in first class. They didn't give us pillows or blankets.

Not sure about entertainment as I didn't use any, soay e there should be an NA option on this survey. Otherwise everything was just as it should be. Of course I wish planes were more comfortable and had seats that would tilt back further.

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