Cheap flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica from C$ 211

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 13/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
14 Feb — 21 Feb1
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 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 411

One-way from

C$ 211

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 885
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 8/5-17/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 35h 44m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 13/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 15m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 191 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

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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 15 January 2026.

Wed 14/1010:30 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops30h 30m
WestJet
Wed 21/101:25 p.m.
LIR
-
YVR
2 stops18h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 13/1C$ 377
Wed 14/17:00 a.m.
YVR
-
LIR
1 stop30h 15m
Porter Airlines
Wed 21/14:00 p.m.
LIR
-
YVR
1 stop31h 25m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 14/1C$ 397
Thu 30/45:00 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops12h 00m
WestJet
Sat 9/57:05 a.m.
LIR
-
YVR
1 stop11h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 13/1C$ 404
Tue 13/17:00 a.m.
YVR
-
LIR
1 stop30h 00m
Porter Airlines
Thu 15/14:20 p.m.
LIR
-
YVR
1 stop30h 44m
Porter Airlines
Deal found 12/1C$ 410
Fri 8/59:00 a.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops20h 00m
WestJet
Sun 17/51:25 p.m.
LIR
-
YVR
1 stop20h 19m
WestJet
Deal found 13/1C$ 411
Fri 11/97:30 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops15h 50m
WestJet
Fri 18/97:05 a.m.
LIR
-
YVR
1 stop12h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 14/1C$ 413
Sat 25/45:55 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops11h 05m
WestJet
Thu 14/51:25 p.m.
LIR
-
YVR
1 stop12h 14m
WestJet
Deal found 13/1C$ 416
Sat 25/45:00 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops12h 00m
WestJet
Sat 23/57:05 a.m.
LIR
-
YVR
2 stops13h 05m
WestJet
Deal found 14/1C$ 417
Thu 30/41:35 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops15h 25m
WestJet
Sun 10/51:25 p.m.
LIR
-
YVR
2 stops22h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 13/1C$ 418
Sat 7/310:30 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop10h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 31/312:24 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops36h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 609
Wed 18/28:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
3 stops26h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/31:31 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops26h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/1C$ 610
Wed 18/27:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
3 stops26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/37:22 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops29h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1C$ 617

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Fly from

Vancouver

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sat 25/4

5:55 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

2 stops11h 05m

Liberia

Sat 23/5

7:05 a.m.-4:35 p.m.

1 stop10h 30m

C$ 420

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Thu 30/4

7:30 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

1 stop9h 30m

Liberia

Sat 9/5

7:05 a.m.-6:35 p.m.

1 stop12h 30m

C$ 431

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 26/1

3:00 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops20h 10m

Liberia

Sun 8/2

9:30 a.m.-9:18 p.m.

1 stop13h 48m

C$ 447

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Thu 29/1

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

1 stop25h 33m

Liberia

Tue 10/2

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

1 stop27h 08m

C$ 447

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Tue 27/1

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

1 stop25h 33m

Liberia

Tue 3/2

8:35 a.m.-9:18 p.m.

2 stops14h 43m

C$ 447

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Wed 28/1

3:00 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops20h 10m

Liberia

Sun 8/2

9:30 a.m.-9:18 p.m.

1 stop13h 48m

C$ 447

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 30/1

7:00 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops28h 10m

Liberia

Sat 7/2

4:53 p.m.-11:30 a.m.

1 stop20h 37m

C$ 447

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sat 7/2

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

1 stop10h 31m

Liberia

Sat 14/2

4:53 p.m.-11:06 p.m.

2 stops32h 13m

C$ 447

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Thu 29/1

3:00 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops20h 10m

Liberia

Tue 3/2

8:35 a.m.-9:18 p.m.

2 stops14h 43m

C$ 447

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sat 31/1

12:25 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops22h 45m

Liberia

Sat 7/2

4:53 p.m.-11:30 a.m.

1 stop20h 37m

C$ 447

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Best time to book a flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica (average of C$ 424). Flying from Vancouver to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 578). 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 15 January 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica as you normally would.

How often are flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica delayed?

About 0% of weekly flights between Vancouver and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 0 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Vancouver to Costa Rica flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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 15 January 2026.
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.

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YOW - GCM

The flight was delayed for 3.5 hours. No compensation for a meal voucher. We were positioned at the back of the plane and the toilets were not working properly. It was a foul smell coming from the toilet.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica?

    Airlines like WestJet and United Airlines fly from Vancouver to Costa Rica in about 11h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5514 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 183. Users have also found prices from C$ 276 and C$ 381 on WestJet and American Airlines, respectively.

  • 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?

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

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica (average of C$ 424). Flying from Vancouver to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 578). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapestC$ 348AverageC$ 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 364AverageC$ 489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 372AverageC$ 1,129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 410AverageC$ 699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 524AverageC$ 748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 544AverageC$ 834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 660AverageC$ 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 817AverageC$ 1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 954AverageC$ 1,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AeroMexico ConnectCheapestC$ 1,577AverageC$ 1,702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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