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Cheap flights from London to Costa Rica from £226

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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SJO
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from London to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Fri 12/1210:00LHR - SJO
1 stop33h 15mLufthansa
Fri 9/114:05SJO - LHR
1 stop35h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 3/12£563
Sat 13/1209:00LHR - SJO
2 stops43h 55mAir Canada
Wed 31/1208:50SJO - LHR
2 stops20h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 4/12£570
Thu 11/1207:30LHR - SJO
2 stops31h 02mUnited Airlines
Thu 15/106:30SJO - LHR
1 stop21h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/12£574
Mon 15/1216:20LHR - SJO
2 stops36h 35mAir Canada
Wed 24/1208:50SJO - LHR
2 stops18h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 4/12£586
Sat 13/1216:20LHR - SJO
2 stops36h 35mAir Canada
Wed 24/1208:35SJO - LHR
1 stop15h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 4/12£589
Sat 13/1216:20LHR - SJO
2 stops26h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/106:30SJO - LHR
1 stop21h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12£594
Sun 14/1213:25LHR - SJO
1 stop15h 50mAir Canada
Wed 31/1208:50SJO - LHR
2 stops18h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 1/12£599
Sun 14/1212:00LHR - SJO
2 stops40h 55mAir Canada
Mon 29/1208:50SJO - LHR
2 stops29h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 1/12£601
Sat 13/1216:20LHR - SJO
2 stops36h 35mAir Canada
Mon 29/1208:50SJO - LHR
2 stops41h 40mAir Canada
Deal found 4/12£616
Sat 6/1211:00LGW - SJO
Nonstop11h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 16/1218:30SJO - LGW
Nonstop10h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/12£688
Fri 26/1212:05LHR - LIR
1 stop31h 05mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/108:35LIR - LHR
2 stops19h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/12£705
Tue 30/1211:05LHR - LIR
1 stop32h 25mDelta
Sat 10/113:40LIR - LHR
2 stops24h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/12£706

Find flight deals from London to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for London to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£463

One-way from

£226

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£899

Good round-trip deal

£744 or less

Good one-way deal

£633 or less
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  • SWISS
  • 19/1-26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • London to Costa Rica
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22/1
  • 22/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 37m total
  • London to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 5 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Tue 17/3

15:20-12:10

2 stops26h 50m

Liberia

Tue 24/3

07:35-09:40

2 stops20h 05m

£513

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Fri 6/2

16:00-13:00

2 stops27h 00m

Liberia

Sat 14/2

08:35-09:10

2 stops18h 35m

£513

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Mon 30/3

13:40-12:10

1 stop29h 30m

Liberia

Mon 13/4

15:25-07:40

1 stop33h 15m

£513

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Mon 12/1

16:20-13:10

2 stops26h 50m

Liberia

Mon 26/1

08:35-08:25

2 stops17h 50m

£513

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Sat 10/1

16:00-12:55

2 stops26h 55m

Liberia

Fri 30/1

08:35-10:15

1 stop19h 40m

£516

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Mon 12/1

12:05-13:10

1 stop31h 05m

Liberia

Thu 29/1

14:01-11:15

1 stop15h 14m

£516

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Tue 13/1

12:05-13:10

1 stop31h 05m

Liberia

Thu 29/1

14:01-11:15

1 stop15h 14m

£516

LondonSan José

STN - SJO

STNSJO

London Stansted

Wed 4/2

05:55-00:15

2 stops48h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/2

22:00-20:15

1 stop16h 15m

£518

LondonSan José

LTN - SJO

LTNSJO

London Luton

Wed 4/2

14:40-00:15

2 stops39h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/2

18:15-20:20

1 stop20h 05m

£540

LondonSan José

STN - SJO

STNSJO

London Stansted

Mon 23/2

19:55-15:20

2 stops25h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

16:15-20:15

2 stops22h 00m

£543

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Best time to book a flight from London to Costa Rica

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Costa Rica (average of £477). Flying from London to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of £595). 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 LON to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from London 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 5 December 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from London to Costa Rica by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from London to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How often are flights from London to Costa Rica delayed?

About 41% of weekly flights between London and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 155 minutes.

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

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

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

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Wednesday 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 41% 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 5 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with KLM, United Airlines, andAir Canada from London 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
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,500 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,612 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,562 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.4

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

YYC - AMS

Not literally sitting in the very last row in the middle

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London 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 to Costa Rica?

    A quick flight from London to Costa Rica can take about 14h 55m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £703. Airlines will cover a distance of 5429 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Costa Rica one-way?

    £495 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Air France. You may also be able to find cheap deals on KLM and British Airways, with prices starting from £517 and £598, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Costa Rica?

    The most popular flight routes from London to Costa Rica are London Heathrow - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, London Gatwick - San José Juan Santamaria Intl and London City - San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 London to Costa Rica?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Costa Rica (average of £477). Flying from London to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of £595). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from London to Costa Rica

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London 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 5 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TUI AirwaysCheapest£446Average£492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IcelandairCheapest£471Average£573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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JetBlueCheapest£477Average£569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Air CanadaCheapest£491Average£585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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FinnairCheapest£505Average£748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest£518Average£650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air FranceCheapest£526Average£677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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AviancaCheapest£531Average£632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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KLMCheapest£543Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest£557Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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