Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica from £266

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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — SJO
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheap 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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£564

One-way from

£266

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£606

Good round-trip deal

£656 or less
4/10-18/10
  • 4/10-18/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 66h 16m total
  • London to Costa Rica
1/11
  • 1/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 24m total
  • London to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£44 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London Gatwick to Costa Rica.

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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 16 September 2025.

Sat 4/1014:00LGW - SJO
1 stop27h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sat 18/1012:35SJO - LGW
2 stops38h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£564
Mon 15/914:00LGW - SJO
1 stop27h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/911:37SJO - LGW
1 stop15h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£566
Wed 8/1014:00LGW - SJO
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1017:55SJO - LGW
2 stops33h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£570
Tue 11/1118:40LGW - SJO
1 stop25h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1108:35SJO - LGW
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£573
Fri 3/1014:00LGW - SJO
1 stop27h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/1006:10SJO - LGW
2 stops20h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£575
Thu 6/1114:00LGW - SJO
1 stop27h 27mMultiple Airlines
Mon 17/1104:08SJO - LGW
2 stops19h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£576
Thu 30/1012:30LGW - SJO
2 stops29h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1113:12SJO - LGW
2 stops37h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£581
Mon 3/1111:55LGW - SJO
3 stops30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1118:07SJO - LGW
3 stops34h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9£584
Tue 11/1111:00LGW - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways
Thu 20/1118:30SJO - LGW
Nonstop10h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 14/9£586
Sat 22/1118:40LGW - SJO
2 stops34h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1215:50SJO - LGW
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£588
Wed 29/1016:35LGW - LIR
2 stops43h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1115:20LIR - LGW
1 stop36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9£799
Fri 21/1111:40LGW - LIR
1 stop30h 05mAir Transat
Sat 29/1112:45LIR - LGW
1 stop15h 00mAir Transat
Deal found 15/9£801

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Fly from

Gatwick

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Mon 24/11

14:00-11:27

1 stop27h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 15/12

12:22-10:00

1 stop15h 38m

£566

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Fri 10/10

13:05-11:30

2 stops29h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 17/10

16:50-06:20

2 stops30h 30m

£609

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Fri 28/11

14:00-11:27

1 stop27h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/12

12:22-10:05

1 stop15h 43m

£625

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Sat 22/11

11:00-16:40

Nonstop11h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 27/11

18:30-10:55

Nonstop10h 25m

£627

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Tue 3/3

11:00-16:40

Nonstop11h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 21/3

18:30-10:55

Nonstop10h 25m

£650

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Thu 6/11

11:00-16:40

Nonstop11h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 20/11

18:30-10:55

Nonstop10h 25m

£650

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Fri 7/11

10:40-12:14

3 stops31h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 21/11

08:29-18:10

2 stops27h 41m

£681

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Fri 12/12

14:00-13:32

2 stops29h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/1

12:22-10:00

1 stop15h 38m

£729

LondonLiberia

LGW - LIR

LGWLIR

London Gatwick

Fri 23/1

11:40-16:35

1 stop34h 55m

Liberia

Fri 13/2

16:05-09:45

1 stop35h 40m

£740

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Wed 10/12

13:00-08:40

2 stops25h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/1

12:22-10:00

1 stop15h 38m

£742

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 14/9

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica (average of £769). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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 LGW to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick 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 16 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica as you normally would.

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 16 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Finnair, Air Europa, andIberia 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.

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

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

    For as low as £627, British Airways can have you in Costa Rica from London Gatwick Airport in 11h 40m. 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 £728, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £586. When looking at the most popular route, (London Gatwick - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), you can expect to pay £465 for that flight.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica (average of £769). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Costa Rica in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,101). 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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TUI AirwaysCheapest£447Average£494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IberiaCheapest£589Average£794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£600Average£831FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£612Average£801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air EuropaCheapest£732Average£908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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