How long is the flight from Alberta to Costa Rica?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Alberta you fly out of and what airport in Costa Rica you fly into. For example, flying from Edmonton to San José takes 14h 10m on average. On the other hand, flying from Calgary to San José takes 17h 10m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Alberta to Costa Rica?

Air Canada, WestJet, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Alberta to Costa Rica

Which airlines fly to Costa Rica?

WestJet, United Airlines and Air Canada are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica from Alberta according to our data. WestJet is the first choice among our users, with 62% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Costa Rica on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Alberta to Costa Rica?

Prices for flights from Alberta to Costa Rica are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Alberta to Costa Rica?

As of May 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Alberta to Costa Rica.

How old do you have to be to fly from Alberta to Costa Rica?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Alberta to Costa Rica.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Costa Rica may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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11:35 p.m. - 6:25 a.m.

YYC

LIR

6h 50mdirect

7:15 a.m. - 2:25 p.m.

LIR

YYC

7h 10mdirect

C$ 414WestJet

Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

1:00 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.

YYC

LIR

11h 25m

1 stop

1:15 p.m. - 7:15 a.m.

LIR

YYC

18h 00m

2 stops

C$ 422WestJet

Fri, 28 Aug - Sat, 19 Sep

11:45 p.m. - 12:25 p.m.

YYC

LIR

12h 40m

2 stops

1:15 p.m. - 12:44 a.m.

LIR

YYC

11h 29m

1 stop

C$ 424WestJet

Sat, 17 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

6:55 p.m. - 12:02 p.m.

YYC

SJO

17h 07m

1 stop

1:28 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

SJO

YYC

32h 32m

2 stops

C$ 737Multiple Airlines

Fri, 19 Jun - Fri, 26 Jun

3:17 p.m. - 12:21 p.m.

YEG

SJO

21h 04m

2 stops

1:20 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.

SJO

YEG

24h 55m

2 stops

C$ 772United Airlines

Tue, 20 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct

7:50 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

YYC

SJO

26h 10m

1 stop

5:05 a.m. - 7:50 p.m.

SJO

YYC

14h 45m

2 stops

C$ 782Air Canada

Fri, 12 Jun - Tue, 23 Jun

8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

YYC

SJO

49h 30m

2 stops

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

SJO

YYC

24h 02m

2 stops

C$ 783Air Canada

Sat, 17 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct

6:55 p.m. - 12:02 p.m.

YYC

SJO

17h 07m

1 stop

1:28 p.m. - 6:50 a.m.

SJO

YYC

17h 22m

1 stop

C$ 787Aeromexico

Fri, 19 Jun - Fri, 26 Jun

6:00 a.m. - 10:11 a.m.

YEG

SJO

28h 11m

2 stops

12:30 a.m. - 8:10 p.m.

SJO

YEG

19h 40m

1 stop

C$ 794United Airlines

Sun, 28 Jun - Sat, 4 Jul

8:45 a.m. - 11:34 p.m.

YYC

SJO

14h 49m

2 stops

1:28 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

SJO

YYC

32h 32m

2 stops

C$ 820Multiple Airlines

Fri, 19 Jun - Fri, 26 Jun

Aeromexico flights from Alberta to Costa Rica

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Aeromexico

19 Jun

YYC6:55 p.m.Calgary

17h 07m

1 stop

SJO12:02 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

26 Jun

SJO1:28 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 22m

1 stop

YYC6:50 a.m.Calgary

C$ 787

Aeromexico

12 Jun

YYC6:55 p.m.Calgary

28h 39m

1 stop

SJO11:34 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

21 Jun

SJO7:31 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

23h 19m

1 stop

YYC6:50 a.m.Calgary

C$ 866

Aeromexico

12 Jun

YYC6:55 p.m.Calgary

28h 39m

1 stop

SJO11:34 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

21 Jun

SJO7:31 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

23h 19m

1 stop

YYC6:50 a.m.Calgary

C$ 869

Avianca flights from Alberta to Costa Rica

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Avianca

13 Aug

YEG1:00 a.m.Edmonton

34h 45m

3 stops

SJO11:45 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

28 Aug

SJO3:10 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

29h 48m

2 stops

YEG8:58 p.m.Edmonton

C$ 1,070

Avianca

14 Aug

YEG6:00 p.m.Edmonton

28h 00m

1 stop

SJO10:00 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

28 Aug

SJO5:05 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 53m

2 stops

YEG10:58 p.m.Edmonton

C$ 1,073

Avianca

9 May

YEG12:25 p.m.Edmonton

32h 10m

1 stop

SJO8:35 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16 May

SJO5:05 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 49m

2 stops

YEG10:54 p.m.Edmonton

C$ 1,284

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CalgaryLiberia

YYC - LIR

YYCLIR

Calgary

Sat 17/10

11:35 p.m.-6:25 a.m.

Nonstop6h 50m

Liberia

Sat 24/10

7:15 a.m.-2:25 p.m.

Nonstop7h 10m

C$ 414

CalgaryLiberia

YYC - LIR

YYCLIR

Calgary

Fri 28/8

1:00 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

1 stop11h 25m

Liberia

Sat 19/9

1:15 p.m.-7:15 a.m.

2 stops18h 00m

C$ 422

CalgaryLiberia

YYC - LIR

YYCLIR

Calgary

Sat 17/10

11:45 p.m.-12:25 p.m.

2 stops12h 40m

Liberia

Sat 24/10

1:15 p.m.-12:44 a.m.

1 stop11h 29m

C$ 424

CalgarySan José

YYC - SJO

YYCSJO

Calgary

Fri 19/6

6:55 p.m.-12:02 p.m.

1 stop17h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 26/6

1:28 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

2 stops32h 32m

C$ 737

EdmontonSan José

YEG - SJO

YEGSJO

Edmonton

Tue 20/10

3:17 p.m.-12:21 p.m.

2 stops21h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 28/10

1:20 p.m.-2:15 p.m.

2 stops24h 55m

C$ 772

CalgarySan José

YYC - SJO

YYCSJO

Calgary

Fri 12/6

7:50 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

1 stop26h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 23/6

5:05 a.m.-7:50 p.m.

2 stops14h 45m

C$ 782

CalgarySan José

YYC - SJO

YYCSJO

Calgary

Sat 17/10

8:30 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

2 stops49h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/10

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

2 stops24h 02m

C$ 783

CalgarySan José

YYC - SJO

YYCSJO

Calgary

Fri 19/6

6:55 p.m.-12:02 p.m.

1 stop17h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 26/6

1:28 p.m.-6:50 a.m.

1 stop17h 22m

C$ 787

EdmontonSan José

YEG - SJO

YEGSJO

Edmonton

Sun 28/6

6:00 a.m.-10:11 a.m.

2 stops28h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/7

12:30 a.m.-8:10 p.m.

1 stop19h 40m

C$ 794

CalgarySan José

YYC - SJO

YYCSJO

Calgary

Fri 19/6

8:45 a.m.-11:34 p.m.

2 stops14h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 26/6

1:28 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

2 stops32h 32m

C$ 820

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Alberta is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 182, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Costa Rica in May, then you should wait until December to fly from Alberta, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 218.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Costa Rica. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 677. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Costa Rica on Monday is C$ 816.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Costa Rica is in the evening. Flights from Alberta to Costa Rica during this time can be as low as C$ 764. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are C$ 853 on average. Flights to Costa Rica from Alberta in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Alberta to Costa Rica flight route?

Fly from Calgary to Liberia for the best Alberta - Costa Rica flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Alberta to Costa Rica?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from Alberta when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around C$ 687 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from Alberta for as low as C$ 508 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Alberta to Costa Rica flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Alberta to Costa Rica.

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Best price found	C$ 285
Fastest flight time	6h 50m
Direct flights	Fri and Sun
Airports in Costa Rica	40 airports

The best one-way flight to Costa Rica from Alberta in the past 72 hours is C$ 285. The best round-trip flight deal from Alberta to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 586.

The fastest flight from Alberta to Costa Rica takes 6h 50m

Direct flights go from Alberta to Costa Rica on Friday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is WestJet.

There are 40 airports in Costa Rica. From Alberta there are direct flights to Liberia (LIR).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Alberta to Costa Rica

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Alberta to Costa Rica?
Prices for flights from Alberta to Costa Rica are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Alberta to Costa Rica?
As of May 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Alberta to Costa Rica.
How old do you have to be to fly from Alberta to Costa Rica?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Alberta to Costa Rica.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Costa Rica may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Alberta to Costa Rica?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Alberta to Costa Rica is Boeing 737 MAX 8 (97.79% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (1.48%), Airbus A321-100/200 (0.37%), and Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) (0.37%).

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United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 300	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,684 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
WestJet	PriceFrom C$ 414	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,331 reviews	Search WestJet flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 696	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,672 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 829	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,000 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air Transat	PriceFrom C$ 834	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 548 reviews	Search Air Transat flights

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It is quick and easy to find Alberta to Costa Rica flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Costa Rica that suits you.

Can I find flights from Alberta to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Alberta to Costa Rica flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Alberta to Costa Rica?

Once all potential Alberta to Costa Rica flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Alberta to Costa Rica right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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