How long is the flight from Canada to Costa Rica?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Canada you fly out of and what airport in Costa Rica you fly into. For example, flying from Toronto Pearson Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl takes 5h 25m on average. On the other hand, flying from Vancouver Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl takes 10h 17m 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 are the most popular cities to visit in Costa Rica?

Costa Rica is full of interesting cities to visit if you’re interested in touring the country. The majority of our users (56%) visit Liberia more than other cities in the country, but other popular cities in Costa Rica include San José and Limon.

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Flights to Liberia

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WestJet

20 Nov

YHZ

27h 00m

2 stops

LIR

1 Dec

LIR

10h 20m

1 stop

YHZ

C$ 351

United Airlines

17 Jan

YHZ

24h 45m

2 stops

LIR

25 Jan

LIR

26h 49m

2 stops

YHZ

C$ 359

United Airlines

17 Jan

YHZ

24h 45m

2 stops

LIR

25 Jan

LIR

26h 49m

2 stops

YHZ

C$ 361

WestJet

20 Nov

YHZ

27h 00m

2 stops

LIR

1 Dec

LIR

37h 30m

2 stops

YHZ

C$ 363

Multiple Airlines

4 Nov

YYZ

5h 45m

LIR

11 Nov

LIR

5h 15m

YYZ

C$ 365

United Airlines

16 Jan

YQB

44h 10m

2 stops

LIR

28 Jan

LIR

31h 27m

2 stops

YQB

C$ 365

United Airlines

3 Feb

YOW

23h 07m

2 stops

LIR

10 Feb

LIR

24h 06m

2 stops

YOW

C$ 365

WestJet

30 Oct

YYZ

5h 45m

LIR

19 Nov

LIR

5h 25m

YYZ

C$ 366

United Airlines

16 Jan

YQB

31h 55m

2 stops

LIR

28 Jan

LIR

31h 27m

2 stops

YQB

C$ 366

WestJet

19 Sep

YYZ

5h 25m

LIR

23 Sep

LIR

5h 25m

YYZ

C$ 368

WestJet

19 Sep

YYZ

5h 25m

LIR

23 Sep

LIR

5h 25m

YYZ

C$ 369

WestJet

20 Nov

YYZ

5h 45m

LIR

25 Nov

LIR

5h 25m

YYZ

C$ 370

Flights to San José

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Avianca

26 Oct

YUL

11h 40m

1 stop

SJO

3 Nov

SJO

17h 50m

1 stop

YUL

C$ 539

Avianca

25 Oct

YUL

11h 40m

1 stop

SJO

31 Oct

SJO

10h 15m

1 stop

YUL

C$ 540

Avianca

31 Jan

YUL

9h 30m

1 stop

SJO

13 Feb

SJO

10h 15m

1 stop

YUL

C$ 543

Avianca

24 Jan

YUL

9h 30m

1 stop

SJO

2 Feb

SJO

17h 50m

1 stop

YUL

C$ 546

Avianca

25 Oct

YUL

19h 10m

1 stop

SJO

30 Nov

SJO

10h 15m

1 stop

YUL

C$ 553

Avianca

26 Oct

YUL

19h 10m

1 stop

SJO

17 Nov

SJO

17h 50m

1 stop

YUL

C$ 554

Avianca

22 Jan

YUL

18h 40m

1 stop

SJO

1 Feb

SJO

10h 15m

1 stop

YUL

C$ 557

Avianca

17 Jan

YUL

9h 30m

1 stop

SJO

31 Jan

SJO

7h 35m

1 stop

YUL

C$ 558

Avianca

29 Oct

YUL

11h 40m

1 stop

SJO

7 Nov

SJO

10h 15m

1 stop

YUL

C$ 560

Avianca

22 Jan

YUL

18h 40m

1 stop

SJO

29 Jan

SJO

7h 35m

1 stop

YUL

C$ 561

Avianca

29 Oct

YUL

11h 40m

1 stop

SJO

7 Nov

SJO

10h 15m

1 stop

YUL

C$ 562

Avianca

24 Jan

YUL

9h 30m

1 stop

SJO

29 Jan

SJO

7h 35m

1 stop

YUL

C$ 565

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9:30 a.m. - 2:08 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 38mdirect

3:10 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 25mdirect

C$ 350Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

9:30 a.m. - 1:08 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 38mdirect

3:10 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 25mdirect

C$ 354Multiple Airlines

Wed, 28 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

9:30 a.m. - 2:08 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 38mdirect

3:10 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 15mdirect

C$ 362Porter Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

3:35 p.m. - 12:56 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

22h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

8:35 a.m. - 10:18 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

12h 43m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

C$ 365United Airlines

Tue, 19 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan

8:35 a.m. - 1:10 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

29h 35m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl

8:35 a.m. - 10:18 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

12h 43m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

C$ 365United Airlines

Mon, 18 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan

9:35 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 45mdirect

1:35 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 25mdirect

C$ 366WestJet

Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov

9:35 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 45mdirect

3:10 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 25mdirect

C$ 366WestJet

Fri, 30 Oct - Thu, 19 Nov

12:20 p.m. - 4:58 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 38mdirect

6:00 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 15mdirect

C$ 373Porter Airlines

Mon, 7 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec

9:30 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 40mdirect

3:10 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 15mdirect

C$ 383Air Canada

Mon, 7 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec

9:30 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 40mdirect

3:10 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 15mdirect

C$ 383Air Canada

Tue, 8 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec

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9:00 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 25mdirect

1:30 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 25mdirect

C$ 410Multiple Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

9:00 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 25mdirect

1:30 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 25mdirect

C$ 416Multiple Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

6:45 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-LIR Liberia

7h 40m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

1:15 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.LIR Liberia-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

25h 30m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 431WestJet

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 23 Sep

9:00 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 25mdirect

1:15 p.m. - 8:40 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 25mdirect

C$ 446WestJet

Wed, 16 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

9:10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 20mdirect

1:35 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 25mdirect

C$ 452Porter Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

6:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-LIR Liberia

7h 45m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

1:30 p.m. - 12:37 a.m.LIR Liberia-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

9h 07m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl

C$ 460Porter Airlines

Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-LIR Liberia

6h 00mdirect

12:40 p.m. - 8:10 p.m.LIR Liberia-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

5h 30mdirect

C$ 580Air Transat

Sun, 13 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-LIR Liberia

6h 00mdirect

12:40 p.m. - 8:10 p.m.LIR Liberia-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

5h 30mdirect

C$ 583Air Transat

Sun, 13 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

3:45 p.m. - 1:18 p.m.YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl-LIR Liberia

23h 33m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Miami

2:47 p.m. - 12:26 p.m.LIR Liberia-YUL Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl

19h 39m2 stops Miami Philadelphia

C$ 590American Airlines

Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

6:15 p.m. - 1:47 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

21h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:18 p.m. - 1:49 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

21h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

C$ 596American Airlines

Sun, 13 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct

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9:30 a.m. - 2:08 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 38mdirect

3:10 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 25mdirect

C$ 350Multiple Airlines

Thu, 19 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

9:30 a.m. - 1:08 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 38mdirect

3:10 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 25mdirect

C$ 354Multiple Airlines

Wed, 28 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

9:30 a.m. - 2:08 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 38mdirect

3:10 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 15mdirect

C$ 362Porter Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

9:35 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 45mdirect

1:35 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 25mdirect

C$ 366WestJet

Fri, 30 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov

9:35 a.m. - 1:20 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 45mdirect

3:10 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 25mdirect

C$ 366WestJet

Fri, 30 Oct - Thu, 19 Nov

9:30 a.m. - 2:08 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 38mdirect

6:00 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 15mdirect

C$ 373Porter Airlines

Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec

9:30 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 40mdirect

3:10 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 15mdirect

C$ 383Air Canada

Thu, 3 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec

9:30 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 40mdirect

3:10 p.m. - 9:25 p.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 15mdirect

C$ 383Air Canada

Tue, 8 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec

11:50 a.m. - 4:35 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 45mdirect

5:55 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 10mdirect

C$ 489Air Transat

Sat, 7 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov

11:50 a.m. - 4:35 p.m.YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl-LIR Liberia

5h 45mdirect

5:55 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.LIR Liberia-YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl

5h 10mdirect

C$ 490Air Transat

Sat, 14 Nov - Sat, 12 Dec

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

TorontoLiberia

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - LIR Liberia

YYZLIR

Toronto Pearson Intl

Thu 19/11

9:30 a.m.-2:08 p.m.

Nonstop5h 38m

Liberia

Wed 25/11

3:10 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

Nonstop5h 25m

C$ 350

TorontoLiberia

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - LIR Liberia

YYZLIR

Toronto Pearson Intl

Wed 28/10

9:30 a.m.-1:08 p.m.

Nonstop5h 38m

Liberia

Mon 2/11

3:10 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

Nonstop5h 25m

C$ 354

Quickest round-trip

TorontoLiberia

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - LIR Liberia

YYZLIR

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 17/11

9:30 a.m.-2:08 p.m.

Nonstop5h 38m

Liberia

Wed 25/11

3:10 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

Nonstop5h 15m

C$ 362

TorontoLiberia

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - LIR Liberia

YYZLIR

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 19/1

3:35 p.m.-12:56 p.m.

1 stop22h 21m

Liberia

Mon 25/1

8:35 a.m.-10:18 p.m.

1 stop12h 43m

C$ 365

TorontoLiberia

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - LIR Liberia

YYZLIR

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 18/1

8:35 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops29h 35m

Liberia

Mon 25/1

8:35 a.m.-10:18 p.m.

1 stop12h 43m

C$ 365

TorontoLiberia

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - LIR Liberia

YYZLIR

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 30/10

9:35 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

Nonstop5h 45m

Liberia

Tue 17/11

1:35 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Nonstop5h 25m

C$ 366

TorontoLiberia

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - LIR Liberia

YYZLIR

Toronto Pearson Intl

Fri 30/10

9:35 a.m.-1:20 p.m.

Nonstop5h 45m

Liberia

Thu 19/11

3:10 p.m.-9:35 p.m.

Nonstop5h 25m

C$ 366

TorontoLiberia

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - LIR Liberia

YYZLIR

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 7/12

12:20 p.m.-4:58 p.m.

Nonstop5h 38m

Liberia

Mon 14/12

6:00 p.m.-12:15 a.m.

Nonstop5h 15m

C$ 373

TorontoLiberia

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - LIR Liberia

YYZLIR

Toronto Pearson Intl

Mon 7/12

9:30 a.m.-2:10 p.m.

Nonstop5h 40m

Liberia

Wed 9/12

3:10 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

Nonstop5h 15m

C$ 383

TorontoLiberia

YYZ Toronto Pearson Intl - LIR Liberia

YYZLIR

Toronto Pearson Intl

Tue 8/12

9:30 a.m.-2:10 p.m.

Nonstop5h 40m

Liberia

Wed 9/12

3:10 p.m.-9:25 p.m.

Nonstop5h 15m

C$ 383

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What is the cheapest flight to Costa Rica?

The cheapest flights to Costa Rica recently found by momondo users are C$ 188 with Avianca, C$ 195 with Air Canada, and C$ 196 with Copa Airlines.

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Summary info about Costa Rica flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	C$ 173
Best Round-Trip Price	C$ 362
Fastest flight time	5h 45m

The best one-way flight price to Costa Rica from Canada in the last 5 days is C$ 173 (Toronto Pearson Intl to Liberia).

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The best round-trip flight price to Costa Rica from Canada in the last 5 days is C$ 362 (Toronto Pearson Intl to Liberia).

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The fastest flight to Costa Rica from Canada takes 5h 45m (Toronto Pearson Intl to Liberia).

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Costa Rica

What is the best airport to land at to visit Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica?

Flying into San José Airport is typically the best way to visit Estadio Nacional de Costa Rica, since it is the closest airport to the area.

Which airlines fly to Costa Rica?

There are a total of 8 airlines that operate flight routes to Costa Rica, with WestJet being the most popular option. An estimated 35% of those flying into Costa Rica choose to fly with WestJet. If you’re unable to find tickets with WestJet, then Air Canada and Air Transat are also popular airlines to fly with.

What is the most popular airport in Costa Rica to fly to?

San José Juan Santamaria Intl is the most popular airport in Costa Rica to fly to at the moment. Out of all our users who flew to Costa Rica in the past year, 88% of them chose to fly into San José’s San José Juan Santamaria Intl airport. Keep in mind that there may be other airports within Costa Rica that are also a great option to fly to.

How much are flights to Costa Rica?

Flights to Costa Rica have been found on momondo for as low as C$ 250 per ticket recently. However, the average price tends to be C$ 746 and anything for C$ 606 or less is a good deal. C$ 2,709 is the most expensive flight we’ve seen in the past week, though you may be able to avoid this price depending on what airport you fly from, what airline you choose, and how far in advance you book your flights.

What is the best day of the week to fly to Costa Rica?

Tuesday is the best day of the week to fly to Costa Rica based on flight prices. Wednesday is another affordable option. If you are looking to save money on flights to Costa Rica, then try to avoid flying out on a Saturday since this is when prices are at their highest.

Where is it cheapest to fly into Costa Rica?

When travelling to Costa Rica, Liberia airport in Liberia offers the cheapest overall flights with an average airfare of C$ 250, while the second most affordable option is San José Juan Santamaria Intl airport with an average airfare of C$ 273 for San José.

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

Prices for flights to Costa Rica are updated daily.

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

As of September 2026, there are 12 operators available to choose from for flights to Costa Rica.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Costa Rica.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Costa Rica trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Costa Rica. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Costa Rica?

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to Costa Rica. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.

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

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Costa Rica with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights to Costa Rica?

momondo helps you find the best flight to Costa Rica by providing filters to narrow your choice of flights to those matching your criteria. You can select fights based on numerous factors such as price, departure and landing times, airport and airline.

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

If you are not ready to book a flight to Costa Rica now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert; this is where momondo will track prices on flights to Costa Rica and let you know when they change.