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.

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.

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 according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 54% 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.

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

Avianca, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Vancouver to Costa Rica

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica is 10 as of December 2025.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Vancouver 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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12:35 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.

YVR

LIR

22h 35m2 stops

8:35 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

LIR

YVR

28h 25m2 stops

C$ 594United Airlines

Fri, 20 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

6:00 a.m. - 6:01 p.m.

YVR

LIR

34h 01m2 stops

11:20 a.m. - 12:10 a.m.

LIR

YVR

14h 50m2 stops

C$ 610Alaska Airlines

Wed, 28 Jan - Wed, 11 Feb

6:05 p.m. - 11:25 a.m.

YVR

SJO

15h 20m2 stops

5:00 a.m. - 10:39 p.m.

SJO

YVR

19h 39m3 stops

C$ 615Avianca

Mon, 9 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

6:05 p.m. - 11:45 a.m.

YVR

SJO

15h 40m3 stops

5:00 a.m. - 10:39 p.m.

SJO

YVR

19h 39m3 stops

C$ 616Avianca

Mon, 9 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

6:05 p.m. - 11:45 a.m.

YVR

SJO

15h 40m3 stops

5:00 a.m. - 10:39 p.m.

SJO

YVR

19h 39m3 stops

C$ 618Avianca

Mon, 9 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

10:55 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

YVR

LIR

38h 05m2 stops

4:15 p.m. - 9:04 a.m.

LIR

YVR

18h 49m1 stop

C$ 625Multiple Airlines

Mon, 12 Jan - Mon, 26 Jan

11:00 p.m. - 3:26 p.m.

YVR

SJO

14h 26m2 stops

7:22 a.m. - 11:12 a.m.

SJO

YVR

29h 50m2 stops

C$ 625Multiple Airlines

Fri, 30 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb

12:25 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.

YVR

SJO

23h 15m2 stops

9:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

SJO

YVR

27h 45m2 stops

C$ 629Multiple Airlines

Wed, 21 Jan - Wed, 4 Feb

6:05 p.m. - 11:25 a.m.

YVR

SJO

15h 20m2 stops

7:45 a.m. - 10:39 p.m.

SJO

YVR

16h 54m1 stop

C$ 630Avianca

Mon, 9 Feb - Fri, 27 Feb

1:44 p.m. - 11:43 p.m.

YVR

SJO

31h 59m1 stop

6:38 a.m. - 9:15 p.m.

SJO

YVR

16h 37m1 stop

C$ 640American Airlines

Tue, 20 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb

Avianca flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica

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Avianca

9 Feb

YVR6:05 p.m.Vancouver Intl

15h 20m

2 stops

SJO11:25 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

27 Feb

SJO5:00 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 39m

3 stops

YVR10:39 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 615

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Avianca

9 Feb

YVR6:05 p.m.Vancouver Intl

15h 40m

3 stops

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

27 Feb

SJO5:00 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 39m

3 stops

YVR10:39 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 616

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Avianca

9 Feb

YVR6:05 p.m.Vancouver Intl

15h 20m

2 stops

SJO11:25 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

27 Feb

SJO7:45 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 54m

1 stop

YVR10:39 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 618

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American Airlines

20 Jan

YVR1:44 p.m.Vancouver Intl

31h 59m

1 stop

SJO11:43 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

5 Feb

SJO6:38 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 37m

1 stop

YVR9:15 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 640

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American Airlines

18 Jan

YVR1:44 p.m.Vancouver Intl

23h 17m

1 stop

SJO3:01 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

28 Jan

SJO6:00 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

17h 15m

2 stops

YVR9:15 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 645

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American Airlines

20 Jan

YVR1:44 p.m.Vancouver Intl

20h 59m

2 stops

SJO12:43 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

5 Feb

SJO6:38 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

16h 37m

1 stop

YVR9:15 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 647

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VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 20/2

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

2 stops22h 35m

Liberia

Fri 27/2

8:35 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 stops28h 25m

C$ 594

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Wed 28/1

6:00 a.m.-6:01 p.m.

2 stops34h 01m

Liberia

Wed 11/2

11:20 a.m.-12:10 a.m.

2 stops14h 50m

C$ 610

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 9/2

6:05 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

2 stops15h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/2

5:00 a.m.-10:39 p.m.

3 stops19h 39m

C$ 615

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 9/2

6:05 p.m.-11:45 a.m.

3 stops15h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/2

5:00 a.m.-10:39 p.m.

3 stops19h 39m

C$ 616

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 9/2

6:05 p.m.-11:45 a.m.

3 stops15h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/2

5:00 a.m.-10:39 p.m.

3 stops19h 39m

C$ 618

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 12/1

10:55 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

2 stops38h 05m

Liberia

Mon 26/1

4:15 p.m.-9:04 a.m.

1 stop18h 49m

C$ 625

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Fri 30/1

11:00 p.m.-3:26 p.m.

2 stops14h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/2

7:22 a.m.-11:12 a.m.

2 stops29h 50m

C$ 625

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 21/1

12:25 p.m.-1:40 p.m.

2 stops23h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/2

9:45 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

2 stops27h 45m

C$ 629

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Mon 9/2

6:05 p.m.-11:25 a.m.

2 stops15h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 27/2

7:45 a.m.-10:39 p.m.

1 stop16h 54m

C$ 630

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 20/1

1:44 p.m.-11:43 p.m.

1 stop31h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/2

6:38 a.m.-9:15 p.m.

1 stop16h 37m

C$ 640

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Vancouver is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 549, 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, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of C$ 616.

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

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Costa Rica. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as C$ 768. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Costa Rica on Friday is C$ 861.

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 morning. Flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica during this time can be as low as C$ 671. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are C$ 861 on average. Flights to Costa Rica from Vancouver in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Vancouver to Costa Rica flight route?

Fly from Vancouver Intl to Liberia for the best Vancouver - Costa Rica flight prices

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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around C$ 740 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 for as low as C$ 655 on momondo.

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

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

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Fastest flight time	7h 16m
Direct flights	Fri
Airports in Costa Rica	40 airports

The fastest flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica takes 7h 16m

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

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

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica?
Prices for flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica?
The number of operators available for flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica is 10 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Vancouver to Costa Rica?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Vancouver 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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Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 362	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 398 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 453	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,049 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 479	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,517 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 492	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,432 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 522	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,093 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
WestJet	PriceFrom C$ 546	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,195 reviews	Search WestJet flights
Avianca	PriceFrom C$ 767	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,480 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Air Transat	PriceFrom C$ 810	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 480 reviews	Search Air Transat flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom C$ 981	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,642 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
AeroMexico Connect	PriceFrom C$ 1,513	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 39 reviews	Search AeroMexico Connect flights

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

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

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

Avianca, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Vancouver 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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