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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica from C$ 141

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 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
1 May — 8 May1
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 1 April 2026.

Tue 7/410:15 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops31h 05m
WestJet
Thu 23/47:10 a.m.
LIR
-
YVR
1 stop18h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 30/3C$ 389
Sun 19/410:10 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops31h 10m
WestJet
Thu 23/47:10 a.m.
LIR
-
YVR
2 stops14h 29m
WestJet
Deal found 27/3C$ 393
Mon 30/35:00 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops12h 20m
WestJet
Thu 23/47:10 a.m.
LIR
-
YVR
1 stop18h 00m
WestJet
Deal found 29/3C$ 405
Sun 25/109:20 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 55m
Air Canada
Sat 31/107:50 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop29h 58m
Air Canada
Deal found 30/3C$ 712
Sun 25/109:20 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 55m
Air Canada
Sat 7/118:50 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops24h 05m
Air Canada
Deal found 29/3C$ 713
Thu 24/91:00 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop30h 20m
Air Canada
Sat 10/107:15 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops24h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/3C$ 715
Thu 24/94:40 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop26h 40m
Air Canada
Fri 16/107:10 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops15h 08m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/3C$ 722
Sat 11/43:35 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops19h 46m
United Airlines
Mon 20/47:55 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop29h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/3C$ 723
Tue 14/412:10 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop30h 27m
United Airlines
Tue 21/411:13 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops27h 53m
United Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 724
Tue 22/98:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop13h 00m
Air Canada
Sun 11/107:10 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop14h 43m
Air Canada
Deal found 27/3C$ 729
Mon 12/1010:00 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops23h 00m
Air Canada
Mon 26/107:50 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops23h 58m
Air Canada
Deal found 28/3C$ 744
Wed 15/46:00 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop14h 36m
American Airlines
Wed 22/411:35 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop12h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 30/3C$ 747

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 1 April 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 393

One-way from

C$ 141

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 981

Good one-way deal

C$ 546 or less
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 19/4-23/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 39m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 17/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 12h 20m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (C$ 173 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 57 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Wed 15/4

7:00 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops28h 10m

Liberia

Wed 22/4

1:20 p.m.-10:48 a.m.

2 stops22h 28m

C$ 553

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 17/4

7:00 a.m.-6:19 p.m.

1 stop10h 19m

Liberia

Fri 24/4

3:27 p.m.-10:48 a.m.

2 stops20h 21m

C$ 553

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 13/4

3:35 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops19h 35m

Liberia

Thu 23/4

1:20 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop24h 15m

C$ 553

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 20/4

12:10 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop23h 00m

Liberia

Sat 25/4

3:27 p.m.-10:48 a.m.

2 stops20h 21m

C$ 606

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Thu 16/4

3:35 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops19h 35m

Liberia

Sat 25/4

3:27 p.m.-8:59 p.m.

2 stops30h 32m

C$ 606

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 1/6

9:47 a.m.-9:50 a.m.

2 stops23h 03m

Liberia

Wed 17/6

3:27 p.m.-9:51 a.m.

2 stops19h 24m

C$ 610

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sun 26/4

3:35 p.m.-3:19 p.m.

1 stop22h 44m

Liberia

Fri 1/5

3:27 p.m.-6:18 p.m.

2 stops27h 51m

C$ 619

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sat 25/4

3:35 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

2 stops19h 35m

Liberia

Sat 23/5

3:27 p.m.-10:46 p.m.

1 stop32h 19m

C$ 635

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 25/5

11:58 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

1 stop8h 52m

Liberia

Sun 31/5

4:05 p.m.-6:18 p.m.

2 stops27h 13m

C$ 663

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sat 25/4

3:15 p.m.-5:30 a.m.

2 stops13h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/5

8:45 a.m.-8:59 p.m.

1 stop13h 14m

C$ 777

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica (average of C$ 383). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 589). 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 Intl 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 1 April 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Monday 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 1 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air Transat,United Airlines, andWestJet 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.
Air Transat
7.7
Good
530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

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
530 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

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
9,529 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

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
3,308 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

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
7.1
Good
11,544 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

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
10,873 reviews
Air Transat
7.7
Good
530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.7

Food

6.8

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.9

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

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  • 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 28h 10m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 553. 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$ 183. 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.

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  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica (average of C$ 383). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 589). 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 9 airlines flying from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapestC$ 348AverageC$ 752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 365AverageC$ 490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 447AverageC$ 752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 486AverageC$ 788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 497AverageC$ 747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 637AverageC$ 872FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 825AverageC$ 1,087FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 855AverageC$ 1,374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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AeromexicoCheapestC$ 1,098AverageC$ 1,550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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