Rainforests, volcanoes & pristine beaches — with direct flights from across the US
Costa Rica is one of the most accessible tropical destinations from the US, with direct flights from over a dozen cities. Whether you're chasing surf in Tamarindo, zip-lining through cloud forests, or relaxing on Caribbean beaches, flight deals appear regularly. The country's commitment to ecotourism and its 'pura vida' lifestyle make it a favorite for both adventure seekers and relaxation.
May through November is the rainy/green season with the cheapest flights. January deals pop up after holiday travel winds down.
Real deals from this week - subscribers get these and more, every Friday.
This week: direct flights to LA from £572, New York from £623, San Francisco from £588 - plus premium cabin deals for subscribers. Save up to 25% vs typical prices.
JFK to Tel Aviv is 37% below its typical price this week - plus direct flights to Cancun from Newark under $400 and a Dubai deal flying Emirates nonstop.
Paris for $1048 round-trip from Dulles - 57% below the typical median price - plus direct flights to London from $880 and Frankfurt from $1234. Summer Europe deals are here.
Icelandair is offering BOS to Reykjavik at 53% below typical prices this week - plus direct flights to Barcelona for $587 and Miami for just $157 round-trip.
MAN to Dublin for just £30 return - 79% below the typical £140 fare - plus Copenhagen for £36 and Faro for £43, all direct from Manchester.
Cape Town to London Heathrow for just $1271 round-trip - 68% below the typical median price of $3,923 - plus SIN to Tokyo for $345 and HKG to Tokyo for $193.
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How cheap can flights to Costa Rica get?
During sales, we regularly see roundtrip fares from $199-299 from southern US cities like Miami, Houston, and Atlanta. From the Northeast, expect $250-400 roundtrip during deals.
Should I fly into San Jose or Liberia?
San Jose (SJO) has more flight options and is best for the Central Valley, Caribbean coast, and Arenal. Liberia (LIR) is best for Guanacaste beaches like Tamarindo and Papagayo.
Do I need a visa for Costa Rica?
No, US citizens can visit Costa Rica visa-free for up to 90 days. You just need a valid passport and proof of onward travel.
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