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Find cheap flights from London to Costa Rica from £235

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San José1 stop£529
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Liberia1 stop£604

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to Costa Rica

Low season

September

High season

December

Cheapest flight

£235
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Gatwick Airport to San José

FAQs - booking Costa Rica flights

  • Do I need a visa for flights from London to Costa Rica?

    UK citizens and permanent residents do not require a visa for flights from London to Costa Rica and you can stay up to 90 days visa-free. Passports, however, need to be valid at least one day from the date you leave the country. All other passport holders should make enquiries regarding visa requirements.

  • Where can I exchange currency at San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport?

    Global Exchange has a foreign exchange counter at Luggage Rack 3 in the terminal building which is open 24-hours daily. Additionally, Scotiabank and BAC San Jose provide cashpoint machines at Luggage Carousels 2 and 5 for your convenience.

  • How can I get from Liberia Guanacaste Airport to downtown Liberia?

    Public buses operate from Liberia Guanacaste Airport to Liberia Down Town every half-hour from 04:30-22:30 daily and you can locate the bus stop near the Departure Lobby Area. Liberia Airport Shuttles and rideshare companies such as Uber operate shared transport to the city centre or to your accommodations if required. Airport taxi and car hire services are also available at this location.

  • What are the advantages of flying to Liberia instead of San Jose?

    Although San Jose is the capital city, there are significant advantages to choosing Liberia for your flight from London to Costa Rica. Arriving in Liberia, you are moments away from some of the country’s best beaches (Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach). Guanacaste also hosts one of the country’s three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Area de Conservacion Guanacaste. This accessible area is a huge draw for eco-tourists.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Costa Rica?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Costa Rica.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Costa Rica?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Costa Rica from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Costa Rica?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Costa Rica with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Costa Rica?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Costa Rica from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Costa Rica

  • Morning departure is around 3% more expensive than an evening flight, on average*.
  • Flights from London to Costa Rica are destined for one of two airports. Juan San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) serves the capital city and the eastern half of the country. Guanacaste Airport, also known as Liberia International Airport (LIR) is the gateway to the western region of Costa Rica.
  • There are direct flights from London to Costa Rica arriving at San Jose. British Airways offers non-stop flights departing London Gatwick Airport (LGW) enroute to San Jose Juan Santamaria International. United Airlines also provides frequent service on this route but you’ll have to make a connection at one of several US cities including New York, Dallas/Fort Worth and Orlando.
  • Unfortunately, there are no direct trips available if you’re looking for flights from London to Costa Rica bound for Liberia. Air Canada flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) with connections at Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) are the quickest and among the cheapest along this corridor. KLM and American Airlines also provide frequent service from London Heathrow to Liberia Guanacaste.
  • Riding Gatwick Express from Central London is a cheap and efficient mode of transport to the airport without the hassle of road traffic congestion. Gatwick Express trains leave from London Victoria Station every 15min with journeys lasting approximately 30min. Anytime tickets offer the best flexibility, with one-way prices around £17.50 and roundtrip fares approximately £35 per person.
  • Get a flying start to your holiday travel from London to Costa Rica with a Fast Track security pass at London Heathrow Airport. This is a great service for families and passengers looking to avoid excessive wait times or long queues. If you’re an airline frequent flyer or travelling premium class, the Fast Track option may already be included, so check your tickets before purchase. Otherwise you can pre-book online and save your spot in the express line.
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*Average of the lowest prices shown in KAYAK’s search results for departures within the next 30 days

Top 5 airlines serving from London to Costa Rica

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from London to Costa Rica? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.4
United AirlinesOverall score based on 10906 reviews
7.1Entertainment
6.7Food
8.1Crew
7.7Boarding
7.2Comfort
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It started with multiple delays, cancellations, re booking, 5 hour lay over and finally on a plane from Chicago to Pittsburgh. Gates, times, etc were changed multiply times. Once on the plane, staff was fine, but built in tv did not work and could not even turn it off. Light at eye level the entire trip, so sleeping was near impossible. No snacks or drinks given.

2.0 MediocreMichael, May 2024SJD - IAH
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It started with multiple delays, cancellations, re booking, 5 hour lay over and finally on a plane from Chicago to Pittsburgh. Gates, times, etc were changed multiply times. Once on the plane, staff was fine, but built in tv did not work and could not even turn it off. Light at eye level the entire trip, so sleeping was near impossible. No snacks or drinks given.

The food that was offered based on class level of your ticket was absolutely ridiculous and disgusting. They didn't even hot tea to serve, the food was horrible. On our departure flight I was seated in premium plus economy and considering the cost of the flight the food was literally some of the worst I've ever eaten. On the return flight I sat in economy with extra leg room and was given a thin little throw "blanket" and a flimsy little pillow. The air condition was on artic and the seating arrangement wasn't really worth the money. The seat didn't recline good enough and the foot rest was laughable. Total waste.

Generally good but there wasn’t any staff available when my luggage didn’t appear at baggage claim in Fresno. It took about half an hour to locate a staff member to open up the room where it was being kept.

This was a Lufthansa flight. Disappointing main meal. Very rough over Canada and arrival at FRA. IFE was almost unusable.

Beverage and food services are excellent. We enjoy paying the extra for economy plus for the 3 inches more leg room to be exact.

It was a great flight, great crew, excellent service, fantastic brand new place, overall 10+ on the experience! Thank you.

The flight was short and that was the best part. The flight was about 90 minutes delayed.

Textbook great flight. On-time departure and arrival, clean plane, good food, friendly flight attendants. Checked baggage delivered promptly.

Liked Seat space in Premium Plus Disliked delay, poor management of boarding groups, missed meal at landing.

temperature, temperature, temperature. it was hot as balls and everyone around me was complaining and constantly adjusting their vents

The staff were on the last leg. But they were still very accommodating and polite. They were all very helpful with getting the bags up and getting people to their seats.

All was good, except our baggage was lost for most of a day. We are thankful that it was found quickly and delivered to our hotel. Rouge was fine outside of that problem.

Was delayed, did not end up flying to Victoria. Was not offered alternative accomodation or travel. Very dissapointed. Had to pay out of pocket for taxi, ferry, food etc.

Lovely staff for a short flight! Complimentary wine too made me happy.

Crew members were very polite and prompt in service. Cooling was very comfortable for a long journey but it's seats were stiff which are uncomfortable for a long travel

In flight wifi that I paid for was very slow and at times didn't work at all.

They did not have any meal options left on the menu. Only snacks.

It was a refreshing experience from the past few times I have travelled with Air Canada.

Very good. The staff & flight crew were amazing. Flights was good, not issues.

No food provided and the tickets are expensive. At least provide a snack, it is a 4.5 hr flights for 600 dollars. Snack would be welcomed.

The smoothest boarding, courteous and experienced attendants, comfort and food/drinks I have ever experienced flying Economy on any airline! It made a 12 hour flight no burden at all - Thankyou Lufthansa!

Horrible flight attendant in back of economy that screamed at me, have already reported to United. Horrible food - for Gluten free, why would you assume the person is vegetarian? I was served some kind of horrible curry bean paste and multiple cold rolls and soggy vegetables with no seasoning... um no!

I was at the airport on time , I checked in my luggage . The plane was delayed and the gate was change. The flight board did not give information . I did not get chance to fly. I am going to make a claim for it

Never flown with LH before so all in all wasba good experience. Also good to know that approx 24hrs prior the flight opens up for being able to organise the seating free.

It was a short flight, no real service (which is okay). Very bumpy because of weather.

I'm Canaadian. I hate Air Canada. I used to give them a pass on their international service. No longer, They suck across the board now! Old planes, exhausted staff bad food and shitty entertainment. Your seats need reupholstered! Start with that...

Our flight to Chicago O'Hare was delayed an hour, causing us to miss our connection to MSP and spend an extra 3 hours at O'Hare so we could board a plane with a damaged door and wait another 45 minutes or so. The crew was great, the food decent, The drinks were great: 2 glasses of a nice South African Shiraz, an ice cold can of Beck's Beer, and Dewar's White Label on the rocks.

Good experience. Food was great and passengers helped rearrange seats so our family could be seated together

Great flight. Left on time, not very crowded. Quiet and the right temperature.

No eye patches , socks given out for overnight flight! The snack on the short haul was a cube of chocolate! The seat was uncomfortable for a long haul - not enough cushioning!

Boarding good. Seats uncomfortable when lie flat. Food was awful. Tasted stale and chicken was dry. No live tv or flight map. Had to pay for internet.

Poor technical details on this plane. 1) There was no WiFi on an 8 hour long-haul flight. So no work could be done. That's below the standard expected for airlines these days. 2) The power outlet at my seat was busted and not working. 3) The headphone jack was loose and I had to keep adjusting my headphones to get good reception, or when it slipped out. - The flight was delayed to due mechanics. Sometimes this can't be avoided, I understand, and it's a big inconvenience to arrive that much later when traveling across time zones (then arriving at 4am from the prior time zone). - Also unique to this flight, the northern lights were visible on the right side of the aircraft, but I only found out after we landed (b/c again no wifi). I understand there are considerations about people being out of their seats to look, but I feel extremely disappointed and resentful that I wasn't told so that I could have a chance to look at this probably once-in-a-lifetime cosmic event from a view in the sky. - Flight crew was otherwise friendly and helpful.

Our flight was delayed by over 6 hours. We then had to deplane, stay overnight in a hotel then fly out the next day, 23 hours late.

I would have preferred something lighter for the second meal. Maybe a small sandwich .

They cancelled our flight the morning of departure at 4:30am.

Flight bumpy but good. 1 hr 20 mins for luggage not so good.

We were told to check our bags at the last minute, and the communication was poor.

Lost our luggage in Heathrow. Showed up 3 days into a 7 day vacation. Very inconvenient and disappointing!!

My luggage never arrived to Zurich. They can't confirm when it will arrive

Late again. 3 out of 4 late. One cancelled flight and one lost bag.

The flight was delayed over 2 hours, we should off left the plane2 late passengers as it’s not fair on everyone who’s followed the rules.

Dreamliner. Yes great if maintained. I didn't see anyones screen work consistently during either of our flights. Worse was their ability to not only dump you out of premium but separate couples and seat someone's carer at the opposite end of the aircraft. This poor gentleman had no hand so his partner who assists him, being seated at the other end of the aircraft, well that really showed us all what Tui think :( It was fairly dire all in all, they advertise all the perks of the dreamliner only in reality you don't have the features and they change the windows and colours to suit their constant sales pitches. Ironically they were so low on stock for the return flight that all their sales pitches were a waste of time! Their contract only favours them and 'operational changes' well they cover every excuse and Tui use it. Surprisingly we haven't reinstalled the Tui app or booked with them since. It's a shame as I rated them highly during the pandemic.

One flight attendant not wearing a mask over nose, 50% of passengers not either, and no effort to correct. Boarding was very late with no information - lots of standing around waiting.

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18/6Tue
1 stopAir France
17h 40mLHR-SJO
9/7Tue
1 stopAir France
14h 35mSJO-LHR
£529
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1 stopAir France
14h 55mLHR-SJO
9/7Tue
1 stopAir France
14h 35mSJO-LHR
£529
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1 stopAir Canada
17h 30mLHR-SJO
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1 stopAir Canada
19h 05mSJO-LHR
£551
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18h 30mLHR-SJO
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1 stopAir Canada
17h 35mSJO-LHR
£558
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11h 45mLGW-SJO
23/11Sat
directBritish Airways
10h 15mSJO-LGW
£595
9/11Sat
directBritish Airways
11h 45mLGW-SJO
23/11Sat
directBritish Airways
10h 15mSJO-LGW
£604
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18h 45mSJO-LHR
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20h 49mLHR-SJO
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