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

WestJet is the most popular carrier operating from Vancouver to Costa Rica

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.

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 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.

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 January 2026.

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.

C$ 200 Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica in 2026

1 adult

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Early arrival? Instantly customize your results

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Direct

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

8:30 a.m. - 1:10 p.m.

YVR

LIR

26h 40m

2 stops

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

LIR

YVR

28h 25m

2 stops

C$ 431United Airlines

Mon, 9 Feb - Mon, 2 Mar

3:30 p.m. - 4:08 p.m.

YVR

LIR

22h 38m

1 stop

4:53 p.m. - 5:03 p.m.

LIR

YVR

26h 10m

2 stops

C$ 434United Airlines

Sat, 21 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar

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

YVR

LIR

20h 10m

2 stops

4:53 p.m. - 5:03 p.m.

LIR

YVR

26h 10m

2 stops

C$ 435United Airlines

Sat, 21 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar

3:35 p.m. - 3:25 p.m.

YVR

LIR

22h 50m

1 stop

3:25 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.

LIR

YVR

22h 10m

1 stop

C$ 445United Airlines

Fri, 10 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr

1:45 p.m. - 11:53 a.m.

YVR

LIR

21h 08m

1 stop

3:25 p.m. - 12:35 p.m.

LIR

YVR

22h 10m

1 stop

C$ 449United Airlines

Fri, 10 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr

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

YVR

LIR

11h 25m

2 stops

7:15 a.m. - 4:50 p.m.

LIR

YVR

10h 35m

1 stop

C$ 452WestJet

Thu, 16 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr

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

YVR

LIR

11h 25m

2 stops

7:15 a.m. - 5:40 p.m.

LIR

YVR

11h 25m

1 stop

C$ 471WestJet

Sat, 11 Apr - Sun, 10 May

6:00 a.m. - 10:42 a.m.

YVR

SJO

27h 42m

2 stops

12:24 p.m. - 1:23 p.m.

SJO

YVR

25h 59m

1 stop

C$ 687Multiple Airlines

Tue, 24 Mar - Sat, 4 Apr

7:00 a.m. - 10:42 a.m.

YVR

SJO

26h 42m

2 stops

12:24 p.m. - 1:23 p.m.

SJO

YVR

25h 59m

1 stop

C$ 691Multiple Airlines

Wed, 25 Mar - Sat, 4 Apr

6:00 p.m. - 11:53 p.m.

YVR

SJO

28h 53m

2 stops

12:55 a.m. - 4:51 p.m.

SJO

YVR

40h 56m

2 stops

C$ 700Alaska Airlines

Tue, 14 Apr - Wed, 22 Apr

Alaska Airlines flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Vancouver to Costa Rica flight tickets

Alaska Airlines

14 Apr

YVR6:00 p.m.Vancouver Intl

28h 53m

2 stops

SJO11:53 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

22 Apr

SJO12:55 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

40h 56m

2 stops

YVR4:51 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 700

Alaska Airlines

9 Feb

YVR7:35 p.m.Vancouver Intl

20h 26m

3 stops

LIR6:01 p.m.Liberia

2 Mar

LIR7:08 p.m.Liberia

31h 02m

2 stops

YVR12:10 a.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,247

Alaska Airlines

2 Feb

YVR7:35 p.m.Vancouver Intl

26h 24m

3 stops

SJO11:59 p.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

30 Mar

SJO1:03 a.m.San José Juan Santamaria Intl

33h 37m

2 stops

YVR9:40 a.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 1,362

American Airlines flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica

Our best American Airlines deals on Vancouver to Costa Rica flight tickets

American Airlines

31 Jan

YVR1:44 p.m.Vancouver Intl

22h 36m

1 stop

LIR2:20 p.m.Liberia

7 Feb

LIR3:23 p.m.Liberia

31h 52m

1 stop

YVR9:15 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 516

American Airlines

24 Feb

YVR7:09 a.m.Vancouver Intl

29h 16m

1 stop

LIR2:25 p.m.Liberia

5 Mar

LIR3:13 p.m.Liberia

22h 16m

2 stops

YVR11:29 a.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 523

American Airlines

6 Feb

YVR1:44 p.m.Vancouver Intl

20h 46m

1 stop

LIR12:30 p.m.Liberia

18 Feb

LIR3:32 p.m.Liberia

31h 49m

1 stop

YVR9:21 p.m.Vancouver Intl

C$ 683

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Mon 9/2

8:30 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops26h 40m

Liberia

Mon 2/3

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

2 stops28h 25m

C$ 431

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sat 21/2

3:30 p.m.-4:08 p.m.

1 stop22h 38m

Liberia

Sat 7/3

4:53 p.m.-5:03 p.m.

2 stops26h 10m

C$ 434

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Sat 21/2

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

2 stops20h 10m

Liberia

Sat 7/3

4:53 p.m.-5:03 p.m.

2 stops26h 10m

C$ 435

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 10/4

3:35 p.m.-3:25 p.m.

1 stop22h 50m

Liberia

Fri 24/4

3:25 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop22h 10m

C$ 445

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Fri 10/4

1:45 p.m.-11:53 a.m.

1 stop21h 08m

Liberia

Fri 24/4

3:25 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

1 stop22h 10m

C$ 449

VancouverLiberia

YVR - LIR

YVRLIR

Vancouver Intl

Thu 16/4

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

2 stops11h 25m

Liberia

Sun 26/4

7:15 a.m.-4:50 p.m.

1 stop10h 35m

C$ 452

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.-5:40 p.m.

1 stop11h 25m

C$ 471

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 24/3

6:00 a.m.-10:42 a.m.

2 stops27h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/4

12:24 p.m.-1:23 p.m.

1 stop25h 59m

C$ 687

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Wed 25/3

7:00 a.m.-10:42 a.m.

2 stops26h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/4

12:24 p.m.-1:23 p.m.

1 stop25h 59m

C$ 691

VancouverSan José

YVR - SJO

YVRSJO

Vancouver Intl

Tue 14/4

6:00 p.m.-11:53 p.m.

2 stops28h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 22/4

12:55 a.m.-4:51 p.m.

2 stops40h 56m

C$ 700

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Vancouver to Costa Rica

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Delays

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$ 545, 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$ 615.

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$ 712 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$ 623 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.

Cheap Vancouver to Costa Rica flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica

Fastest flight time	14h 25m
Direct flights	Fri
Airports in Costa Rica	40 airports

The fastest flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica takes 14h 25m

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).

Search flight deals

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 January 2026.
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.

Best airlines flying from Vancouver to Costa Rica

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Vancouver to Costa Rica with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 343	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,197 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Porter Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 359	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 412 reviews	Search Porter Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 404	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,794 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
WestJet	PriceFrom C$ 507	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 3,251 reviews	Search WestJet flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 516	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,205 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Avianca	PriceFrom C$ 650	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.6 2,487 reviews	Search Avianca flights
Air Canada	PriceFrom C$ 761	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 10,660 reviews	Search Air Canada flights
Air Transat	PriceFrom C$ 840	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.7 501 reviews	Search Air Transat flights
Aeromexico	PriceFrom C$ 940	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,589 reviews	Search Aeromexico flights
AeroMexico Connect	PriceFrom C$ 1,600	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 30 reviews	Search AeroMexico Connect flights

Why use momondo?

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

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

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

All flight searches from Vancouver to Costa Rica on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

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

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

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

If you are simply researching potential flights to Costa Rica, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Costa Rica from Vancouver and alert you when they change.

An easier way to manage your Costa Rica trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Thu 26/2

Thu 5/3

Email me momondo's favourite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to Costa Rica

Popular Cities in Costa Rica

Flights to Liberiafrom C$ 271

Flights to San Joséfrom C$ 405

Cheap flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica from C$ 200

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica departing on 6/3. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Big names, great deals

Big names, great deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica

Cheap round-trip flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last-minute flights

Cheap direct flights

Alaska Airlines flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Vancouver to Costa Rica flight tickets

American Airlines flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica

Our best American Airlines deals on Vancouver to Costa Rica flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Vancouver to Costa Rica that are best for you.

See travel insights to Costa Rica from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Vancouver to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

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?

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?

WestJet is the most popular carrier 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.

Cheap Vancouver to Costa Rica flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Vancouver to Costa Rica

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Airports in Costa Rica

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

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

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

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

Best airlines flying from Vancouver to Costa Rica

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Vancouver to Costa Rica with momondo

Why use momondo?

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

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

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

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

An easier way to manage your Costa Rica trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to Costa Rica

Popular Cities in Costa Rica

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo