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Cheap flights from Edinburgh to Costa Rica from £372

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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EDI — SJO
14 Dec — 21 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Edinburgh to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Edinburgh to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 14 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£556

One-way from

£372

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£785
1/3-15/3
  • 1/3-15/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 41h 55m total
  • Edinburgh to Costa Rica
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9/1
  • 9/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 07m total
  • Edinburgh to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£39 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£24 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Edinburgh to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Edinburgh to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 November 2025.

Fri 26/1212:30EDI - SJO
2 stops40h 02mUnited Airlines
Fri 2/106:40SJO - EDI
2 stops45h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/11£1,357
Fri 26/1217:45EDI - SJO
1 stop31h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/116:45SJO - EDI
1 stop21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11£1,745
Wed 24/1206:35EDI - SJO
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/120:05SJO - EDI
1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11£1,767
Tue 23/1218:50EDI - SJO
2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/120:30SJO - EDI
1 stop16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11£1,827
Sat 27/1205:45EDI - SJO
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/122:45SJO - EDI
3 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11£1,878
Tue 23/1208:20EDI - SJO
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/122:45SJO - EDI
3 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11£1,883
Wed 24/1206:35EDI - SJO
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/120:05SJO - EDI
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11£1,902
Tue 23/1206:30EDI - SJO
1 stop17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/120:05SJO - EDI
1 stop19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/11£1,963

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Edinburgh 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 14 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Edinburgh to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Edinburgh

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/3

18:30-08:50

2 stops20h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/3

16:15-19:50

2 stops21h 35m

£556

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 28/2

09:00-08:50

2 stops29h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/3

16:15-21:25

2 stops23h 10m

£561

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

09:25-19:53

1 stop16h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/3

13:05-06:55

2 stops35h 50m

£612

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Mon 2/3

08:10-08:50

2 stops30h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/3

09:45-23:10

3 stops31h 25m

£640

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 28/2

09:25-11:30

1 stop32h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/3

13:30-09:30

1 stop14h 00m

£657

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sun 1/3

09:25-11:30

1 stop32h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 15/3

13:30-09:30

1 stop14h 00m

£657

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 28/2

13:05-08:50

2 stops25h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 14/3

16:15-20:40

2 stops22h 25m

£658

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 9/1

08:30-11:37

2 stops33h 07m

£372

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Sat 4/4

08:15-23:30

3 stops46h 15m

£375

EdinburghSan José

EDI - SJO

EDISJO

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Fri 3/4

23:55-18:15

3 stops49h 20m

£394

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 12/11

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Edinburgh to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Costa Rica?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Costa Rica (average of £539). Flying from Edinburgh to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of £712). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from EDI to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Edinburgh to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 November 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Edinburgh to Costa Rica by exploring options for tickets at midday.

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 14 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, Air France, andUnited Airlines from Edinburgh to Costa Rica. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
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Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Air France
7.4
Good
1,487 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,017 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,444 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,572 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,410 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Edinburgh to Costa Rica?

    Edinburgh Turnhouse (EDI) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Edinburgh to Costa Rica. It is only a 6.8 mi journey to Turnhouse (EDI) from Edinburgh’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Costa Rica?

    There are many flights that can get you from Edinburgh to Costa Rica in 16h 28m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Edinburgh to Costa Rica is about 5289 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Edinburgh 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Edinburgh to Costa Rica?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Edinburgh to Costa Rica (average of £539). Flying from Edinburgh to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of £712). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Edinburgh 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 14 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest£539Average£671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air FranceCheapest£559Average£687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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United AirlinesCheapest£575Average£638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest£576Average£762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£620Average£925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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