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Cheap flights from London to Costa Rica from £252

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SJO
16 Mar — 23 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from London to Costa Rica

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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 14 February 2026.

Tue 12/518:35
LGW
-
LIR
2 stops32h 30m
SWISS
Wed 20/521:15
LIR
-
LGW
1 stop28h 10m
SWISS
Deal found 12/2£587
Tue 12/520:05
LHR
-
LIR
2 stops31h 00m
SWISS
Wed 20/521:15
LIR
-
LHR
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Deal found 12/2£588
Fri 20/211:10
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/220:40
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop15h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 10/2£589
Tue 24/206:20
LTN
-
SJO
1 stop16h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/318:15
SJO
-
LTN
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2£591
Fri 27/209:00
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops21h 05m
Air Canada
Fri 6/308:35
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops40h 35m
Air Canada
Deal found 11/2£591
Thu 18/618:35
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop26h 30m
SWISS
Sun 28/614:40
SJO
-
LGW
2 stops20h 10m
SWISS
Deal found 12/2£591
Fri 29/508:55
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop15h 15m
Air France
Sun 14/619:05
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop16h 30m
Air France
Deal found 10/2£591
Fri 29/510:25
LGW
-
SJO
1 stop13h 45m
Air France
Sun 14/619:05
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop13h 45m
Air France
Deal found 10/2£591
Tue 3/309:00
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops20h 15m
Air Canada
Sun 15/307:35
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops31h 00m
Air Canada
Deal found 10/2£592
Thu 5/306:00
LHR
-
SJO
2 stops24h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/307:50
SJO
-
LHR
2 stops18h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2£593
Mon 2/319:40
LGW
-
SJO
2 stops19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/312:35
SJO
-
LGW
1 stop15h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2£593
Sun 3/522:05
LHR
-
SJO
1 stop17h 45m
Avianca
Tue 5/501:50
SJO
-
LHR
1 stop30h 45m
Avianca
Deal found 12/2£594

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 14 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£578

One-way from

£252

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£658

Good round-trip deal

£948 or less

Good one-way deal

£668 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 12/5-20/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 60h 40m total
  • London to Costa Rica
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2/3
  • 2/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 40m total
  • London to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (£31 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 14 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonLiberia

LHR - LIR

LHRLIR

London Heathrow

Tue 12/5

20:05-20:05

2 stops31h 00m

Liberia

Wed 20/5

21:15-19:20

1 stop15h 05m

£588

LondonSan José

LTN - SJO

LTNSJO

London Luton

Tue 24/2

06:20-16:35

1 stop16h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 17/3

18:15-20:20

1 stop20h 05m

£591

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Fri 5/6

20:55-16:20

1 stop26h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 14/6

19:05-21:25

1 stop19h 20m

£593

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Wed 22/4

09:15-17:35

1 stop15h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/5

14:40-17:50

2 stops20h 10m

£595

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Wed 6/5

09:15-17:35

1 stop15h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

14:40-17:50

2 stops20h 10m

£596

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Tue 5/5

20:05-17:35

1 stop28h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 18/5

14:40-16:25

2 stops18h 45m

£597

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Wed 6/5

06:55-17:35

2 stops17h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 27/5

19:20-07:55

2 stops29h 35m

£606

LondonLiberia

LCY - LIR

LCYLIR

London City

Tue 12/5

19:15-20:05

2 stops31h 50m

Liberia

Wed 20/5

21:15-18:40

1 stop14h 25m

£606

LondonSan José

LHR - SJO

LHRSJO

London Heathrow

Mon 11/5

20:25-17:35

2 stops28h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/6

19:20-07:55

2 stops29h 35m

£608

LondonSan José

LGW - SJO

LGWSJO

London Gatwick

Mon 2/3

14:00-11:40

1 stop27h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 16/3

11:38-10:00

1 stop16h 22m

£609

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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 £455). Flying from London to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of £585). 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 14 February 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 25% of weekly flights between London and Costa Rica have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 147 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 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 25% 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 14 February 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
1,454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

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
1,454 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

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
9,291 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

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
10,717 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

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
7,784 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

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
7,739 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,454 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

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 14h 55m. SWISS provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £622. 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?

    £484 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 £507 and £585, 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 £455). Flying from London to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of £585). 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 14 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest£458Average£574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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IcelandairCheapest£461Average£522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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JetBlueCheapest£467Average£558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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FinnairCheapest£495Average£743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£502Average£653FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest£507Average£636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Air FranceCheapest£516Average£675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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LufthansaCheapest£536Average£621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£539Average£663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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AviancaCheapest£540Average£614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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