Cheap flights from Vancouver 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 19/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
16 Dec — 23 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Vancouver to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Vancouver to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 16 November 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 560

One-way from

C$ 244

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 956
2/2-18/2
  • 2/2-18/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 19m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
19/1
  • 19/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 22m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 201 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 58 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 November 2025.

Wed 3/1211:00 p.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/124:20 p.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops32h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11C$ 638
Tue 25/113:00 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops20h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 5/122:20 p.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop32h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 13/11C$ 663
Thu 27/1112:35 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops28h 02mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/53:25 p.m.LIR - YVR
2 stops23h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11C$ 668
Wed 10/1211:00 p.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 16/1212:55 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11C$ 668
Sat 22/117:35 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops32h 45mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/127:17 p.m.LIR - YVR
2 stops27h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/11C$ 673
Thu 27/1112:35 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops28h 02mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/511:49 a.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop10h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11C$ 677
Thu 4/123:45 p.m.YVR - LIR
1 stop13h 13mWestJet
Fri 19/1210:30 a.m.LIR - YVR
Nonstop8h 01mWestJet
Deal found 13/11C$ 683
Sun 30/1110:10 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops30h 48mWestJet
Thu 4/127:50 a.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop13h 55mWestJet
Deal found 14/11C$ 687
Fri 28/1112:55 p.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop32h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1212:39 p.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops29h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11C$ 689
Wed 26/117:45 p.m.YVR - LIR
1 stop9h 13mWestJet
Wed 10/127:50 a.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop12h 55mWestJet
Deal found 13/11C$ 690
Tue 25/111:32 p.m.YVR - LIR
1 stop22h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/123:26 p.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop23h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 13/11C$ 691
Wed 31/129:30 a.m.YVR - SJO
2 stops24h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/11:30 p.m.SJO - YVR
1 stop25h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/11C$ 691

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Vancouver

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Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Tue 3/2

5:45 p.m.-6:01 p.m.

2 stops22h 16m

Liberia

Thu 19/2

8:05 a.m.-12:10 a.m.

2 stops18h 05m

C$ 661

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 6/2

5:45 p.m.-5:01 p.m.

2 stops21h 16m

Liberia

Thu 19/2

8:05 a.m.-12:10 a.m.

2 stops18h 05m

C$ 661

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sat 24/1

7:00 a.m.-7:31 p.m.

1 stop10h 31m

Liberia

Tue 10/2

12:50 p.m.-1:58 p.m.

1 stop27h 08m

C$ 665

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 1/12

8:30 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops26h 40m

Liberia

Fri 5/12

2:20 p.m.-6:03 p.m.

2 stops29h 43m

C$ 668

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Thu 27/11

8:30 a.m.-4:08 p.m.

1 stop29h 38m

Liberia

Tue 12/5

1:20 p.m.-5:48 p.m.

2 stops29h 28m

C$ 668

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Thu 27/11

12:35 p.m.-4:08 p.m.

1 stop25h 33m

Liberia

Thu 14/5

3:25 p.m.-5:48 p.m.

2 stops27h 23m

C$ 668

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 26/1

5:45 p.m.-6:01 p.m.

3 stops22h 16m

Liberia

Wed 11/2

11:20 a.m.-12:10 a.m.

2 stops14h 50m

C$ 679

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Thu 5/2

5:45 p.m.-6:01 p.m.

2 stops22h 16m

Liberia

Thu 19/2

8:05 a.m.-12:10 a.m.

2 stops18h 05m

C$ 680

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Thu 8/1

7:55 a.m.-6:39 a.m.

2 stops20h 44m

Liberia

Mon 9/2

11:20 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

3 stops27h 10m

C$ 689

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 27/1

8:00 a.m.-7:17 a.m.

2 stops21h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/2

7:22 a.m.-8:57 a.m.

2 stops27h 35m

C$ 690

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Vancouver with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica (average of C$ 470). Flying from Vancouver to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 586). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YVR to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Vancouver to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Vancouver to Costa Rica at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 35% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Vancouver to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Vancouver to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Vancouver to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 16 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air Transat,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Vancouver to Costa Rica. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - YUL

Easy, fast onboarding, very friendly staff. Seats were very narrow, OK for me but we were elbow to elbow with both neighbours of small size. The seat width should be indicated at the time of booking to prevent an uncomfortable situation with oversized travellers.

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - YUL

Easy, fast onboarding, very friendly staff. Seats were very narrow, OK for me but we were elbow to elbow with both neighbours of small size. The seat width should be indicated at the time of booking to prevent an uncomfortable situation with oversized travellers.

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - YUL

Easy, fast onboarding, very friendly staff. Seats were very narrow, OK for me but we were elbow to elbow with both neighbours of small size. The seat width should be indicated at the time of booking to prevent an uncomfortable situation with oversized travellers.

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - YUL

Easy, fast onboarding, very friendly staff. Seats were very narrow, OK for me but we were elbow to elbow with both neighbours of small size. The seat width should be indicated at the time of booking to prevent an uncomfortable situation with oversized travellers.

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - YUL

Easy, fast onboarding, very friendly staff. Seats were very narrow, OK for me but we were elbow to elbow with both neighbours of small size. The seat width should be indicated at the time of booking to prevent an uncomfortable situation with oversized travellers.

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

6.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

YYZ - YUL

Easy, fast onboarding, very friendly staff. Seats were very narrow, OK for me but we were elbow to elbow with both neighbours of small size. The seat width should be indicated at the time of booking to prevent an uncomfortable situation with oversized travellers.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines and United Airlines fly from Vancouver to Costa Rica in about 10h 31m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5514 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Costa Rica?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica (average of C$ 470). Flying from Vancouver to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 586). 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 10 airlines flying from Vancouver to Costa Rica

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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 368AverageC$ 493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 461AverageC$ 758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 488AverageC$ 1,100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 500AverageC$ 799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 536AverageC$ 760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 562AverageC$ 915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 774AverageC$ 970FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 835AverageC$ 1,154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 963AverageC$ 1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AeroMexico ConnectCheapestC$ 1,466AverageC$ 1,555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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