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Cheap flights from London to Costa Rica from £238

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 23/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SJO
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
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 27 January 2026.

Thu 12/311:55
LGW
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SJO
2 stops28h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/307:05
SJO
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LGW
2 stops21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£559
Mon 2/312:20
LHR
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LIR
1 stop30h 35m
JetBlue
Mon 9/314:55
LIR
-
LHR
1 stop34h 00m
JetBlue
Deal found 26/1£559
Mon 2/218:40
LHR
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SJO
2 stops34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/208:35
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop17h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£559
Sun 1/313:00
LGW
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SJO
2 stops29h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/311:38
SJO
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LGW
1 stop16h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£559
Mon 2/218:40
LHR
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SJO
2 stops34h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/208:50
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£560
Mon 2/214:00
LGW
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SJO
2 stops47h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 12/212:35
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£560
Wed 18/209:00
LHR
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SJO
2 stops21h 05m
Air Canada
Mon 2/308:50
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops39h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 25/1£562
Mon 16/314:00
LGW
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SJO
1 stop26h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/311:38
SJO
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LGW
1 stop16h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1£562
Mon 23/209:00
LHR
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SJO
2 stops21h 05m
Air Canada
Mon 18/507:15
SJO
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LHR
1 stop19h 45m
Air Canada
Deal found 25/1£562
Wed 11/315:25
LGW
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SJO
2 stops29h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 23/311:38
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop16h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1£562
Mon 23/209:00
LHR
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SJO
2 stops21h 05m
Air Canada
Wed 11/307:35
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 25/1£563
Fri 6/314:00
LGW
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SJO
1 stop27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 20/311:38
SJO
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LGW
1 stop16h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1£563

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 27 January 2026.

Round-trip from

£559

One-way from

£238

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£643

Good round-trip deal

£972 or less

Good one-way deal

£705 or less
12/3-19/3
  • 12/3-19/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 50h 37m total
  • London to Costa Rica
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23/2
  • 23/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 20m total
  • London to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£14 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 27 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Mon 23/2

09:00-00:05

2 stops21h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/3

07:35-20:35

2 stops31h 00m

£571

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Mon 23/2

09:00-00:05

2 stops21h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/3

08:35-08:30

1 stop17h 55m

£578

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Mon 23/2

21:40-15:20

1 stop23h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/3

09:45-14:35

1 stop22h 50m

£579

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Wed 4/3

11:10-13:50

2 stops32h 40m

Liberia

Wed 18/3

14:50-07:10

1 stop34h 20m

£581

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Wed 11/3

13:30-11:55

2 stops28h 25m

Liberia

Wed 18/3

13:01-21:20

2 stops26h 19m

£617

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Fri 27/2

13:30-13:00

2 stops29h 30m

Liberia

Fri 6/3

14:20-05:55

2 stops33h 35m

£617

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Fri 27/2

13:30-13:00

2 stops29h 30m

Liberia

Thu 5/3

14:01-11:15

1 stop15h 14m

£617

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Sun 1/3

09:30-12:55

2 stops33h 25m

Liberia

Sun 8/3

13:01-11:15

1 stop16h 14m

£617

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Wed 25/2

13:30-12:55

2 stops29h 25m

Liberia

Wed 4/3

08:35-10:15

1 stop19h 40m

£617

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Tue 17/3

20:05-16:45

2 stops26h 40m

Liberia

Tue 24/3

14:50-07:10

1 stop34h 20m

£621

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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 £454). Flying from London to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of £583). 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 27 January 2026.

When flying from London to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How often are flights from London to Costa Rica delayed?

About 33% of weekly flights between London and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 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 morning 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 Saturday 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 33% 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 27 January 2026.
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
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,207 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,660 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,749 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,702 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,443 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Snapyou,Jan 2026

TPA - LHR

Flight operated by Virgin Atlantic - usual high standard service by Virgin.

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 21h 05m. Air Canada provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £571. Airlines will cover a distance of 5407 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?

    £483 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 £505 and £583, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from London to Costa Rica are London Gatwick - San José Juan Santamaria Intl, London Heathrow - 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 £454). Flying from London to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of £583). 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 27 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest£457Average£571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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IcelandairCheapest£459Average£521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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JetBlueCheapest£466Average£556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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FinnairCheapest£493Average£732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest£507Average£634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air FranceCheapest£513Average£663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapest£531Average£622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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AviancaCheapest£535Average£610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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LufthansaCheapest£537Average£619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£552Average£646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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