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Cheap flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica from C$ 252

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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YVR — SJO
15 Jun — 22 Jun1
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 16 May 2026.

Fri 16/105:00 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops12h 25m
WestJet
Fri 23/107:15 a.m.
LIR
-
YVR
2 stops13h 25m
WestJet
Deal found 15/5C$ 406
Sat 17/102:45 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops14h 40m
WestJet
Sat 24/101:15 p.m.
LIR
-
YVR
2 stops18h 30m
WestJet
Deal found 14/5C$ 417
Sat 12/96:40 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
1 stop10h 45m
WestJet
Sat 19/91:15 p.m.
LIR
-
YVR
2 stops18h 55m
WestJet
Deal found 13/5C$ 447
Sat 5/95:00 p.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops12h 25m
WestJet
Sat 12/91:15 p.m.
LIR
-
YVR
1 stop12h 29m
WestJet
Deal found 13/5C$ 448
Tue 22/97:30 a.m.
YVR
-
LIR
2 stops27h 55m
WestJet
Wed 30/91:15 p.m.
LIR
-
YVR
2 stops19h 20m
WestJet
Deal found 13/5C$ 450
Sun 25/109:20 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop11h 55m
Air Canada
Sat 31/109:50 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop28h 58m
Air Canada
Deal found 13/5C$ 707
Tue 22/97:30 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop13h 30m
Air Canada
Mon 12/107:15 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops24h 58m
Air Canada
Deal found 14/5C$ 712
Wed 4/118:10 a.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop12h 49m
American Airlines
Wed 18/116:22 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop18h 05m
American Airlines
Deal found 11/5C$ 719
Wed 21/1010:00 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop23h 00m
Air Canada
Wed 28/109:50 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops23h 10m
Air Canada
Deal found 13/5C$ 727
Tue 3/1110:30 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/114:15 p.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops30h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/5C$ 741
Fri 9/1011:10 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
2 stops21h 50m
Air Canada
Fri 23/107:10 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
2 stops15h 08m
Air Canada
Deal found 11/5C$ 745
Sat 24/104:40 p.m.
YVR
-
SJO
1 stop28h 35m
Air Canada
Wed 28/109:50 a.m.
SJO
-
YVR
1 stop26h 58m
Air Canada
Deal found 13/5C$ 757

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 16 May 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 406

One-way from

C$ 252

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 936

Good round-trip deal

C$ 680 or less
WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 16/10-23/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 25h 50m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
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WestJet
  • WestJet
  • 1/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 45m total
  • Vancouver to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (C$ 135 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 41 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Price

Cheapest round-trip

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sat 30/5

2:51 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

3 stops17h 59m

Liberia

Sat 6/6

1:03 p.m.-9:51 a.m.

2 stops21h 48m

C$ 621

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 29/5

2:55 p.m.-2:56 p.m.

1 stop23h 01m

Liberia

Fri 5/6

11:10 a.m.-9:51 a.m.

2 stops23h 41m

C$ 621

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Thu 28/5

7:20 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

2 stops13h 30m

Liberia

Thu 4/6

1:20 p.m.-9:51 a.m.

2 stops21h 31m

C$ 623

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sun 31/5

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

2 stops23h 03m

Liberia

Sun 7/6

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

2 stops19h 24m

C$ 738

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Wed 27/5

2:55 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

3 stops20h 15m

Liberia

Wed 3/6

11:10 a.m.-9:51 a.m.

2 stops23h 41m

C$ 744

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 14/10

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

1 stop15h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 24/10

8:45 a.m.-8:49 p.m.

1 stop13h 04m

C$ 845

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Sun 1/11

8:20 p.m.-10:25 a.m.

2 stops13h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/11

9:40 a.m.-10:35 p.m.

1 stop13h 55m

C$ 845

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 5/8

7:00 a.m.-7:15 a.m.

1 stop23h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/9

7:55 a.m.-11:22 p.m.

2 stops40h 27m

C$ 845

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 16/9

7:00 a.m.-7:37 p.m.

1 stop11h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/2

9:40 a.m.-2:49 p.m.

1 stop30h 09m

C$ 845

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Thu 4/6

10:55 a.m.-10:11 a.m.

2 stops22h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/6

12:30 a.m.-6:18 p.m.

2 stops18h 48m

C$ 848

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

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 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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$ 192). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 488). 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.

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 16 May 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
7.8
Good
552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
7.8
Good
552 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
9,727 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
3,336 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
11,662 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

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
11,045 reviews
Air Transat
7.8
Good
552 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.8

Overall

7.8

Crew

8.5

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 17h 59m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 621. 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 WestJet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 163. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines 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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    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$ 192). Flying from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 488). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapestC$ 312AverageC$ 717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Porter AirlinesCheapestC$ 360AverageC$ 483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time52%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 434AverageC$ 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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WestJetCheapestC$ 479AverageC$ 776FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time60%
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AviancaCheapestC$ 653AverageC$ 860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 814AverageC$ 1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air TransatCheapestC$ 843AverageC$ 1,356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time50%
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