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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica from £337

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — SJO
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 June 2026.

Sat 20/618:35
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop25h 20m
SWISS
Sun 5/714:40
SJO
-
LGW
2 stops20h 10m
SWISS
Deal found 6/6£655
Sat 20/618:35
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop25h 20m
SWISS
Fri 3/715:50
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop19h 00m
SWISS
Deal found 6/6£661
Sat 20/618:35
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop25h 20m
SWISS
Sun 28/614:40
SJO
-
LGW
2 stops20h 10m
SWISS
Deal found 4/6£663
Tue 23/618:35
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop26h 30m
SWISS
Sun 28/614:40
SJO
-
LGW
2 stops20h 10m
SWISS
Deal found 6/6£666
Thu 11/609:40
LGW
-
SJO
2 stops33h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/618:19
SJO
-
LGW
2 stops30h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/6£684
Tue 1/920:40
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop24h 55m
Iberia
Fri 6/1117:25
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop19h 35m
Iberia
Deal found 4/6£687
Mon 5/1014:00
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop32h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 19/1007:07
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop19h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6£687
Fri 12/617:00
LGW
-
SJO
2 stops30h 20m
Air France
Mon 22/619:05
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop13h 55m
Air France
Deal found 8/6£696
Tue 6/1009:25
LGW
-
SJO
2 stops19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/1007:15
SJO
-
LGW
2 stops18h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6£707
Sat 6/611:35
LGW
-
LIR
2 stops31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 13/613:15
LIR
-
LGW
1 stop14h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/6£708
Sun 4/1014:00
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop32h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 19/1007:07
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop19h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/6£709
Wed 10/617:00
LGW
-
SJO
2 stops30h 20m
KLM
Thu 9/718:25
SJO
-
LGW
2 stops32h 00m
KLM
Deal found 8/6£712

Find flight deals from Gatwick to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gatwick to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 9 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£655

One-way from

£337

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£688

Good round-trip deal

£699 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 20/6-5/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • London to Costa Rica
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26/8
  • 26/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 32h 11m total
  • London to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to Costa Rica that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 9 June 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Sat 20/6

18:35-12:55

1 stop25h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/7

15:50-17:50

1 stop19h 00m

£661

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Tue 11/8

18:35-14:05

1 stop26h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/11

16:45-17:50

1 stop19h 05m

£744
Fastest return journey

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Tue 22/9

10:00-21:45

2 stops18h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/10

14:48-16:25

2 stops18h 37m

£811

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Tue 22/9

10:00-21:45

2 stops18h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/10

14:48-16:25

2 stops18h 37m

£811

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Tue 22/9

10:00-21:45

2 stops18h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 28/9

12:05-16:25

2 stops21h 20m

£842

LondonLiberia

LGW - LIR

LGWLIR

London Gatwick

Mon 10/8

18:35-12:40

2 stops49h 05m

Liberia

Wed 19/8

14:00-08:25

2 stops35h 25m

£921

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Mon 31/8

11:35-22:05

1 stop17h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/9

23:25-09:50

1 stop27h 25m

£926

LondonLiberia

LGW - LIR

LGWLIR

London Gatwick

Sat 4/7

09:25-12:40

2 stops34h 15m

Liberia

Mon 13/7

14:00-08:25

2 stops35h 25m

£927

LondonLiberia

LGW - LIR

LGWLIR

London Gatwick

Sat 15/8

18:35-15:25

2 stops27h 50m

Liberia

Sat 22/8

14:30-08:25

2 stops34h 55m

£969

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Tue 7/7

10:00-07:12

2 stops28h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/8

14:48-16:25

2 stops18h 37m

£1,109

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica

How often are flights from London to Costa Rica delayed?

About 22% of weekly flights between London and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 146 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

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

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Costa Rica flights?

Over the past year, British Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 22% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Costa Rica. Reviews last updated 9 June 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air France and British Airways from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,598 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,598 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,598 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,035 reviews
Air France
7.4
Good
1,598 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Carolina,Apr 2026

CDG - BOG

The aircraft is old, uncomfortable, the seat so narrow you don’t even notice you are in business class. The food is the same they are offering since -at least- 2022. The liquors are so limited. So disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica?

    For as low as £811, SWISS can have you in Costa Rica from London Gatwick Airport in 18h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5420 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica?

    While on average a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica is generally £1,094, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £614. When looking at the most popular route, (London Gatwick - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), you can expect to pay £702 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to Costa Rica?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Gatwick to Costa Rica.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to Costa Rica by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Gatwick to Costa Rica

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick to Costa Rica. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 9 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
British AirwaysCheapest£593Average£817FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air FranceCheapest£622Average£994FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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