Cheap flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica from C$ 263

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
29 Nov — 6 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 30 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 489

One-way from

C$ 263

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 793
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 17/11-8/12
  • 4 total stops
  • 37h 18m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
12/11
  • 12/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 25m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 214 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 60 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 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 30 October 2025.

Fri 31/1012:35 p.m.YVR - LIR
1 stop25h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/118:35 a.m.LIR - YVR
2 stops31h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/10C$ 447
Fri 31/108:30 a.m.YVR - LIR
1 stop29h 38mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/118:35 a.m.LIR - YVR
2 stops36h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 448
Thu 30/107:00 a.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops22h 00mWestJet
Thu 6/113:20 p.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop19h 44mWestJet
Deal found 29/10C$ 482
Mon 17/1112:35 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops22h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/128:35 a.m.LIR - YVR
2 stops14h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 489
Sat 1/113:00 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops24h 08mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/1112:50 p.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop31h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 29/10C$ 501
Sun 2/1111:00 a.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops17h 58mWestJet
Mon 10/117:50 a.m.LIR - YVR
2 stops13h 54mWestJet
Deal found 29/10C$ 508
Wed 10/1210:30 p.m.YVR - LIR
1 stop11h 29mWestJet
Wed 17/123:20 p.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop19h 44mWestJet
Deal found 29/10C$ 514
Sat 13/1211:30 p.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/11:19 p.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops34h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 580
Mon 1/129:15 p.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/121:31 p.m.SJO - YVR
3 stops28h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10C$ 620
Sat 13/1211:30 p.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/11:16 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops25h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10C$ 630
Wed 26/1111:00 p.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops33h 19mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/121:20 p.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops23h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10C$ 634
Thu 4/127:45 p.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops17h 32mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/121:31 p.m.SJO - YVR
3 stops27h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10C$ 642

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Vancouver

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 17/11

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

2 stops20h 10m

Liberia

Mon 8/12

8:35 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

2 stops28h 55m

C$ 511

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 28/11

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

1 stop29h 38m

Liberia

Tue 16/12

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

2 stops29h 43m

C$ 561

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sun 14/12

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

2 stops20h 10m

Liberia

Sat 31/1

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

1 stop20h 37m

C$ 580

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sun 14/12

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

2 stops20h 10m

Liberia

Tue 10/3

1:01 p.m.-3:39 p.m.

1 stop27h 38m

C$ 580

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 26/1

7:15 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops15h 55m

Liberia

Wed 11/2

8:35 a.m.-1:35 p.m.

2 stops31h 00m

C$ 633

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 2/2

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

1 stop29h 38m

Liberia

Sat 7/2

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

1 stop20h 37m

C$ 633

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 21/2

3:00 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops20h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 26/2

9:40 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop27h 20m

C$ 658

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 22/2

3:30 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops19h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 26/2

9:40 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop27h 20m

C$ 658

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 21/2

3:00 p.m.-6:25 a.m.

1 stop13h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 28/2

6:40 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 stops30h 20m

C$ 658

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 24/2

12:25 p.m.-8:32 a.m.

1 stop18h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 26/2

9:40 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop27h 20m

C$ 658

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica (average of C$ 469). Flying from Vancouver to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 599). 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 30 October 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 30 October 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.

Food

6.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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.

Food

6.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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.

Food

6.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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.

Food

6.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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.

Food

6.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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.

Food

6.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

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.

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

    Airlines like United Airlines fly from Vancouver to Costa Rica in about 20h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 5514 km.

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

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica (average of C$ 469). Flying from Vancouver to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 599). 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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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 366AverageC$ 491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 459AverageC$ 751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 486AverageC$ 1,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 498AverageC$ 782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 535AverageC$ 758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 770AverageC$ 966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 832AverageC$ 1,139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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