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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica from C$ 237

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 18/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
1 Aug — 8 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 July 2026.

Sat 19/91:35 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops15h 50m
WestJet
Sun 27/97:15 a.m.
LIR
-
YVR
2 stops26h 10m
WestJet
Deal found 30/6C$ 435
Sat 17/109:30 a.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops19h 55m
WestJet
Fri 23/107:15 a.m.
LIR
-
YVR
2 stops15h 55m
WestJet
Deal found 28/6C$ 438
Sat 24/105:00 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops12h 25m
WestJet
Tue 3/113:20 p.m.
LIR
-
YVR
2 stops24h 09m
WestJet
Deal found 28/6C$ 505
Fri 23/102:45 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops14h 40m
WestJet
Fri 6/1110:30 a.m.
LIR
-
YVR
Nonstop9h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 29/6C$ 509
Thu 22/108:45 a.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops20h 40m
WestJet
Fri 6/1110:30 a.m.
LIR
-
YVR
Nonstop9h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 1/7C$ 512
Sat 17/108:45 a.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops20h 40m
WestJet
Sun 1/117:50 a.m.
LIR
-
YVR
2 stops13h 55m
WestJet
Deal found 28/6C$ 527
Tue 20/109:15 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops22h 05m
Air Canada
Mon 9/119:20 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops24h 32m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/6C$ 759
Tue 20/105:10 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops26h 10m
Air Canada
Fri 6/118:45 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops15h 02m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/6C$ 765
Tue 6/1011:15 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/101:50 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/6C$ 766
Fri 23/1010:00 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops47h 50m
Air Canada
Mon 2/119:20 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop29h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/6C$ 770
Mon 19/1011:15 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops32h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/111:45 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/6C$ 780
Fri 23/1011:15 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops23h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 1/111:45 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops20h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/6C$ 782

Find flight deals from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 2 July 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 435

One-way from

C$ 237

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 859

Good round-trip deal

C$ 659 or less
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 19/9-27/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 42h 00m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 18/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 15m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (C$ 87 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sun 6/9

2:20 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops20h 50m

Liberia

Sun 13/9

1:20 p.m.-10:26 p.m.

2 stops34h 06m

C$ 638

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 23/10

1:45 p.m.-11:53 a.m.

1 stop21h 08m

Liberia

Sat 7/11

4:56 p.m.-1:30 p.m.

1 stop21h 34m

C$ 640

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 28/9

2:20 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops20h 50m

Liberia

Wed 7/10

1:20 p.m.-2:06 p.m.

2 stops25h 46m

C$ 640

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 31/8

2:20 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops20h 50m

Liberia

Wed 16/9

1:20 p.m.-10:46 p.m.

1 stop10h 26m

C$ 651

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Thu 1/10

10:55 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops24h 15m

Liberia

Thu 8/10

1:20 p.m.-6:18 p.m.

2 stops29h 58m

C$ 658

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sun 27/9

8:35 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops26h 35m

Liberia

Sat 3/10

11:49 a.m.-1:12 p.m.

2 stops26h 23m

C$ 658

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Wed 26/8

9:47 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops25h 23m

Liberia

Wed 16/9

1:20 p.m.-10:46 p.m.

1 stop10h 26m

C$ 661

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 9/9

3:15 p.m.-7:15 a.m.

1 stop15h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/9

8:45 a.m.-10:48 a.m.

1 stop27h 03m

C$ 842

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 18/10

7:20 p.m.-7:15 a.m.

1 stop10h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 31/10

8:40 a.m.-2:43 p.m.

1 stop31h 03m

C$ 851

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 7/11

8:15 p.m.-10:25 a.m.

2 stops13h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/11

9:40 a.m.-6:19 p.m.

1 stop33h 39m

C$ 853

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica (average of C$ 199). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 533). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

The price you pay for your flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 35 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 2 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines,WestJet, andAmerican Airlines from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,920 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,920 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,920 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
WestJet
7.2
Good
3,393 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,920 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,769 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,920 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
Air Canada
7.1
Good
11,286 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,920 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
Avianca
6.5
Okay
2,515 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,920 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Vancouver Intl 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 Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

    A quick flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica can take about 20h 50m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 638. Airlines will cover a distance of 5514 km.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 187. However, be on the lookout for offers from WestJet and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica (average of C$ 199). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 533). 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 7 airlines flying from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 373AverageC$ 500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 419AverageC$ 910FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 446AverageC$ 794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 484AverageC$ 821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 675AverageC$ 889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 834AverageC$ 949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 872AverageC$ 1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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