What is the most punctual flight time for Vancouver to Costa Rica flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

United Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica

Which airlines fly to Costa Rica?

United Airlines, WestJet and Air Canada are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica from Vancouver Intl Airport according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Costa Rica on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How often are flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Vancouver and Costa Rica have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

There are 10 operators available for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica as of February 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Vancouver Intl Airport 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.

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3:00 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.

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LIR

20h 10m

2 stops

8:30 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.

LIR

YVR

30h 05m

1 stop

C$ 444United Airlines

Mon, 2 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar

12:35 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.

YVR

LIR

22h 35m

2 stops

3:53 p.m. - 11:40 a.m.

LIR

YVR

20h 47m

1 stop

C$ 445United Airlines

Sun, 1 Mar - Sat, 14 Mar

12:35 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.

YVR

LIR

22h 35m

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4:53 p.m. - 10:40 a.m.

LIR

YVR

19h 47m

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C$ 447United Airlines

Mon, 23 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar

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

YVR

LIR

19h 35m

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

LIR

YVR

20h 21m

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C$ 453United Airlines

Fri, 10 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr

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

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LIR

23h 00m

1 stop

3:27 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.

LIR

YVR

22h 08m

1 stop

C$ 455United Airlines

Fri, 10 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr

5:00 p.m. - 6:20 a.m.

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LIR

12h 20m

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7:15 a.m. - 9:50 p.m.

LIR

YVR

15h 35m

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C$ 473WestJet

Sat, 11 Apr - Sun, 10 May

5:55 p.m. - 6:20 a.m.

YVR

LIR

11h 25m

2 stops

7:15 a.m. - 9:50 p.m.

LIR

YVR

15h 35m

2 stops

C$ 474WestJet

Sat, 11 Apr - Sun, 10 May

8:00 a.m. - 12:22 p.m.

YVR

SJO

26h 22m

3 stops

12:31 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.

SJO

YVR

26h 24m

3 stops

C$ 707Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar

6:00 a.m. - 9:36 p.m.

YVR

SJO

14h 36m

1 stop

11:35 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.

SJO

YVR

22h 45m

1 stop

C$ 710American Airlines

Wed, 8 Apr - Thu, 16 Apr

11:00 p.m. - 3:16 p.m.

YVR

SJO

15h 16m

2 stops

12:31 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.

SJO

YVR

27h 09m

3 stops

C$ 714Multiple Airlines

Wed, 8 Apr - Thu, 16 Apr

American Airlines flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica

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American Airlines

8 Apr

YVR6:00 a.m.Vancouver Intl

14h 36m

1 stop

SJO9:36 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16 Apr

SJO11:35 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22h 45m

1 stop

YVR9:20 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 710

American Airlines

8 Feb

YVR1:44 p.m.Vancouver Intl

22h 36m

1 stop

LIR2:20 p.m.Liberia

18 Feb

LIR3:32 p.m.Liberia

31h 49m

1 stop

YVR9:21 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 789

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Avianca

4 Feb

YVR3:00 p.m.Vancouver Intl

19h 55m

2 stops

LIR12:55 p.m.Liberia

26 Feb

LIR8:35 a.m.Liberia

16h 31m

2 stops

YVR11:06 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 604

Avianca

4 Feb

YVR10:30 a.m.Vancouver Intl

24h 25m

1 stop

LIR12:55 p.m.Liberia

26 Feb

LIR8:35 a.m.Liberia

16h 31m

2 stops

YVR11:06 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 631

Avianca

6 Feb

YVR7:00 a.m.Vancouver Intl

28h 10m

2 stops

LIR1:10 p.m.Liberia

27 Feb

LIR8:35 a.m.Liberia

16h 31m

2 stops

YVR11:06 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 657

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Mon 2/3

3:00 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops20h 10m

Liberia

Sun 8/3

8:30 a.m.-1:35 p.m.

1 stop30h 05m

C$ 444

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YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sun 1/3

12:35 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops22h 35m

Liberia

Sat 14/3

3:53 p.m.-11:40 a.m.

1 stop20h 47m

C$ 445

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YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 23/2

12:35 p.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops22h 35m

Liberia

Sat 7/3

4:53 p.m.-10:40 a.m.

1 stop19h 47m

C$ 447

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 10/4

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

2 stops19h 35m

Liberia

Fri 24/4

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

2 stops20h 21m

C$ 453

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YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 10/4

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

1 stop23h 00m

Liberia

Fri 24/4

3:27 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop22h 08m

C$ 455

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sat 11/4

5:00 p.m.-6:20 a.m.

2 stops12h 20m

Liberia

Sun 10/5

7:15 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

2 stops15h 35m

C$ 473

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sat 11/4

5:55 p.m.-6:20 a.m.

2 stops11h 25m

Liberia

Sun 10/5

7:15 a.m.-9:50 p.m.

2 stops15h 35m

C$ 474

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 3/3

8:00 a.m.-12:22 p.m.

3 stops26h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/3

12:31 p.m.-1:55 p.m.

3 stops26h 24m

C$ 707

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 8/4

6:00 a.m.-9:36 p.m.

1 stop14h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 16/4

11:35 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

1 stop22h 45m

C$ 710

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 8/4

11:00 p.m.-3:16 p.m.

2 stops15h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 16/4

12:31 p.m.-2:40 p.m.

3 stops27h 09m

C$ 714

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Vancouver Intl Airport is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 544, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Costa Rica in August, then you should wait until May to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 610.

What is the cheapest Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from Vancouver Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around C$ 709 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from Vancouver Intl Airport for as low as C$ 621 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica flight.

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Best price found	C$ 593
Fastest flight time	9h 01m
Direct flights	Fri
Airports in Costa Rica	40 airports

The best flight deal from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 593

The fastest flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica takes 9h 01m

Direct flights go from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica on Friday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica?
Prices for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica?
There are 10 operators available for flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica as of February 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 Vancouver Intl Airport 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 98.85% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 1.15%.

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American Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 342	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,218 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 358	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 412 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 403	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,834 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 490	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,236 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
WestJet	PriceFrom C$ 506	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,255 reviews	Search WestJet flights
Avianca	PriceFrom C$ 648	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.5 2,498 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Air Transat	PriceFrom C$ 838	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 502 reviews	Search Air Transat flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 852	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,684 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom C$ 938	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,583 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
AeroMexico Connect	PriceFrom C$ 1,596	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 30 reviews	Search AeroMexico Connect flights

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What cabin class options are available on Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Vancouver Intl Airport to Costa Rica flight.

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

United Airlines is the most popular carrier operating from Vancouver Intl to Costa Rica

Which airlines fly to Costa Rica?

How often are flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica delayed?

Historically, on average around 0% of flights between Vancouver and Costa Rica have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 0 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Vancouver to Costa Rica flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Tuesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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