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Cheap flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica from C$ 191

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 7/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
7 Feb — 14 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 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 404

One-way from

C$ 191

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 880
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 10/4-17/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 22h 50m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 7/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 50m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (C$ 180 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 51 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 8 January 2026.

Fri 23/1010:15 p.m.YVR - LIR
1 stop31h 05mWestJet
Sat 31/106:50 a.m.LIR - YVR
2 stops12h 59mWestJet
Deal found 7/1C$ 401
Fri 10/45:00 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops12h 00mWestJet
Sat 18/46:50 a.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop13h 50mWestJet
Deal found 7/1C$ 404
Fri 8/55:00 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops12h 00mWestJet
Fri 22/57:05 a.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop10h 30mWestJet
Deal found 7/1C$ 405
Sun 12/45:55 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops11h 05mWestJet
Sun 19/46:50 a.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop10h 50mWestJet
Deal found 6/1C$ 406
Thu 14/55:00 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops12h 00mWestJet
Sun 31/51:25 p.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop12h 14mWestJet
Deal found 7/1C$ 409
Sun 12/411:00 a.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops18h 00mWestJet
Sat 18/46:50 a.m.LIR - YVR
1 stop16h 50mWestJet
Deal found 6/1C$ 415
Sat 25/45:00 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops12h 00mWestJet
Sat 2/57:05 a.m.LIR - YVR
2 stops13h 05mWestJet
Deal found 7/1C$ 416
Sat 11/45:00 p.m.YVR - LIR
2 stops12h 00mWestJet
Sun 10/57:05 a.m.LIR - YVR
2 stops15h 40mWestJet
Deal found 5/1C$ 417
Sat 11/48:15 a.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops22h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/42:39 p.m.SJO - YVR
3 stops25h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1C$ 564
Mon 9/27:00 a.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops26h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 18/22:42 p.m.SJO - YVR
3 stops33h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1C$ 575
Mon 9/38:15 a.m.YVR - SJO
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/37:30 a.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/1C$ 583
Sun 5/411:00 p.m.YVR - SJO
1 stop12h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/412:31 p.m.SJO - YVR
2 stops35h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1C$ 600

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 8 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Vancouver

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Wed 17/6

10:30 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

2 stops30h 30m

Liberia

Fri 26/6

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

1 stop13h 30m

C$ 422

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sat 24/1

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

2 stops22h 45m

Liberia

Sat 31/1

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

2 stops14h 43m

C$ 426

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Tue 3/2

12:35 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops22h 35m

Liberia

Tue 10/2

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

1 stop27h 08m

C$ 426

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 6/2

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

2 stops28h 10m

Liberia

Mon 9/2

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

2 stops29h 43m

C$ 426

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 23/1

12:25 p.m.-7:31 p.m.

1 stop29h 06m

Liberia

Fri 6/2

2:20 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 stops22h 40m

C$ 426

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 23/1

3:00 p.m.-3:51 p.m.

1 stop22h 51m

Liberia

Fri 30/1

2:20 p.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 stops22h 40m

C$ 427

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 4/2

7:15 p.m.-12:56 p.m.

2 stops15h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/2

6:30 a.m.-6:03 p.m.

2 stops13h 33m

C$ 651

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 8/2

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

2 stops20h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/2

6:30 a.m.-11:06 p.m.

2 stops18h 36m

C$ 652

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 20/1

7:15 p.m.-8:39 p.m.

2 stops23h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/2

2:20 p.m.-1:58 p.m.

2 stops25h 38m

C$ 652

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 3/2

7:15 p.m.-8:39 p.m.

2 stops23h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/2

2:20 p.m.-1:58 p.m.

2 stops25h 38m

C$ 652

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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$ 422). Flying from Vancouver to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 583). 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 8 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 8 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.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
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Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

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.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,141 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,095 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

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.
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,235 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,603 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
491 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.0

Food

6.7

Boarding

7.9

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.7

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 22h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 45m. 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$ 182. Users have also found prices from C$ 275 and C$ 379 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$ 422). Flying from Vancouver to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 583). 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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Vancouver 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 8 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 362AverageC$ 486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 408AverageC$ 757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 454AverageC$ 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 481AverageC$ 1,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 522AverageC$ 748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 544AverageC$ 834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 656AverageC$ 934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 812AverageC$ 1,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 949AverageC$ 1,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AeroMexico ConnectCheapestC$ 1,569AverageC$ 1,693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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