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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica from C$ 244

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — SJO
4 Jun — 11 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Costa Rica

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Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 May 2026.

Fri 28/86:55 a.m.
YOW
-
LIR
1 stop7h 30m
WestJet
Sat 5/91:15 p.m.
LIR
-
YOW
1 stop26h 20m
WestJet
Deal found 1/5C$ 488
Thu 4/62:52 p.m.
YOW
-
SJO
2 stops21h 19m
United Airlines
Mon 8/612:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YOW
2 stops38h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/4C$ 497
Fri 22/52:52 p.m.
YOW
-
SJO
2 stops30h 45m
United Airlines
Wed 27/512:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YOW
2 stops21h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/4C$ 498
Wed 6/56:00 a.m.
YOW
-
SJO
2 stops15h 37m
United Airlines
Sat 23/512:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YOW
2 stops21h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5C$ 499
Fri 8/56:25 a.m.
YOW
-
SJO
1 stop31h 30m
United Airlines
Sat 16/57:55 a.m.
SJO
-
YOW
2 stops24h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/5C$ 501
Wed 26/87:00 a.m.
YOW
-
LIR
1 stop7h 30m
Porter Airlines
Wed 2/91:30 p.m.
LIR
-
YOW
1 stop8h 55m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 2/5C$ 503
Mon 1/63:10 p.m.
YOW
-
LIR
1 stop21h 34m
United Airlines
Mon 8/64:30 p.m.
LIR
-
YOW
1 stop22h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/5C$ 512
Mon 25/56:00 a.m.
YOW
-
SJO
2 stops18h 39m
United Airlines
Thu 4/612:30 a.m.
SJO
-
YOW
2 stops21h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5C$ 517
Thu 28/55:50 p.m.
YOW
-
SJO
2 stops18h 21m
United Airlines
Thu 4/611:13 a.m.
SJO
-
YOW
2 stops20h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/5C$ 518
Thu 18/610:44 a.m.
YOW
-
LIR
2 stops29h 41m
Lufthansa
Thu 25/64:30 p.m.
LIR
-
YOW
2 stops29h 24m
Lufthansa
Deal found 4/5C$ 527
Wed 27/57:30 p.m.
YOW
-
LIR
2 stops16h 20m
United Airlines
Sat 6/63:27 p.m.
LIR
-
YOW
2 stops23h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/5C$ 532
Sun 8/116:45 a.m.
YOW
-
LIR
1 stop8h 10m
Porter Airlines
Fri 20/112:55 p.m.
LIR
-
YOW
1 stop8h 44m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 1/5C$ 536

Find flight deals from Ottawa to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ottawa to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 488

One-way from

C$ 244

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 650

Good round-trip deal

C$ 545 or less
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 28/8-5/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 50m total
  • Ottawa to Costa Rica
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Porter Airlines
  • Porter Airlines
  • 17/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 30m total
  • Ottawa to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (C$ 117 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Fri 22/5

2:52 p.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops30h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 27/5

12:30 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops21h 24m

C$ 498

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Sun 24/5

7:30 p.m.-7:37 p.m.

2 stops26h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/6

11:13 a.m.-10:03 a.m.

2 stops20h 50m

C$ 499

OttawaLiberia

YOW - LIR

YOWLIR

Ottawa

Fri 5/6

6:00 a.m.-10:44 a.m.

2 stops30h 44m

Liberia

Tue 9/6

4:30 p.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops29h 24m

C$ 512

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Tue 26/5

6:00 a.m.-10:39 p.m.

2 stops18h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/6

12:30 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops21h 24m

C$ 517

OttawaSan José

YOW - SJO

YOWSJO

Ottawa

Thu 4/6

6:00 a.m.-10:39 p.m.

2 stops18h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/6

7:55 a.m.-10:03 a.m.

2 stops24h 08m

C$ 539

OttawaLiberia

YOW - LIR

YOWLIR

Ottawa

Sun 24/5

5:50 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

2 stops18h 00m

Liberia

Thu 4/6

1:20 p.m.-10:03 a.m.

2 stops18h 43m

C$ 552

OttawaLiberia

YOW - LIR

YOWLIR

Ottawa

Mon 25/5

6:00 a.m.-9:50 a.m.

2 stops29h 50m

Liberia

Fri 29/5

11:10 a.m.-11:54 p.m.

2 stops34h 44m

C$ 552

OttawaLiberia

YOW - LIR

YOWLIR

Ottawa

Sat 23/5

5:25 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

2 stops18h 25m

Liberia

Tue 2/6

4:30 p.m.-2:17 p.m.

2 stops19h 47m

C$ 569

OttawaLiberia

YOW - LIR

YOWLIR

Ottawa

Wed 27/5

5:50 p.m.-10:44 a.m.

1 stop18h 54m

Liberia

Sat 6/6

4:30 p.m.-9:11 a.m.

1 stop14h 41m

C$ 577

OttawaLiberia

YOW - LIR

YOWLIR

Ottawa

Sun 17/5

5:50 p.m.-10:44 a.m.

1 stop18h 54m

Liberia

Sun 24/5

3:27 p.m.-1:59 p.m.

2 stops20h 32m

C$ 584

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Costa Rica

How far ahead should I book a flight from Ottawa to Costa Rica?

The best time to book flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Costa Rica?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Costa Rica (average of C$ 260). Flying from Ottawa to Costa Rica in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,381). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Costa Rica. Reviews last updated 5 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Porter Airlines,Air Transat, andUnited Airlines from Ottawa to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
436 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
436 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
436 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Air Transat
7.8
Good
548 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
436 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,683 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
436 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,331 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
436 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,998 reviews
Porter Airlines
8.0
Very good
436 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

John,Mar 2026

YYZ - PVR

I'm 6ft 4in. The seats don't have enough room. But was a good flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica?

    For a flight from Ottawa to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Ottawa. Ottawa (YOW) is just 10.6 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Ottawa to Costa Rica?

    A quick flight from Ottawa to Costa Rica can take about 30h 45m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 498. The distance from Ottawa to Costa Rica is about 4009 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Ottawa to Costa Rica one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Porter Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 199. United Airlines flights start at C$ 222 while deals on WestJet start at C$ 260 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Costa Rica?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Costa Rica (average of C$ 260). Flying from Ottawa to Costa Rica in February is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,381). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Ottawa to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 5 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapestC$ 333AverageC$ 523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 359AverageC$ 663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 437AverageC$ 960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 448AverageC$ 658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 779AverageC$ 849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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