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Cheap Flights to Playa Grande from $127 One Way, $247 Round Trip

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$247 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Arajet flight, departing Wed, Apr 22 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $247 found 1 day ago
Fri, May 8 - Fri, May 15
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$308 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$308
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 8 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Fri, May 15, priced at $308 found 3 hours ago
Sat, Jun 6 - Thu, Jun 11
LGA
LaGuardia
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$322 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$322
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jun 6 from LaGuardia to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Thu, Jun 11, priced at $322 found 6 days ago
Mon, May 11 - Sat, May 16
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$334 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$334
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Mon, May 11 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Sat, May 16, priced at $334 found 2 hours ago
Sun, Apr 12 - Fri, Apr 17
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$334 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$334
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sun, Apr 12 from Los Angeles Intl. to Daniel Oduber Intl., returning Fri, Apr 17, priced at $334 found 1 day ago
Sat, May 23 - Thu, Jun 4
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$335 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$335
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Copa flight, departing Sat, May 23 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Thu, Jun 4, priced at $335 found 6 days ago
Thu, May 28 - Tue, Jun 2
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$352 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$352
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, May 28 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to Daniel Oduber Intl., returning Tue, Jun 2, priced at $352 found 20 hours ago
Sat, May 9 - Thu, May 21
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$361 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$361
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, May 9 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Thu, May 21, priced at $361 found 4 hours ago
Fri, Jun 5 - Mon, Jun 8
LGA
LaGuardia
SJO
Juan Santamaría Intl.
$361 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$361
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 5 from LaGuardia to Juan Santamaría Intl., returning Mon, Jun 8, priced at $361 found 3 days ago
Sat, May 30 - Thu, Jun 4
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
LIR
Daniel Oduber Intl.
$361 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$361
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, May 30 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to Daniel Oduber Intl., returning Thu, Jun 4, priced at $361 found 4 days ago

Playa Grande Flight Information

Traveling To
Playa Grande
Destination Airport IATA Code
SJO
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
Arajet, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, Copa, United
Flight Price
$247
Earliest Departing Flight
Latest Departing Flight

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Playa Grande economy flight packages

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Ocean View Penthouses by Issimo - Adults Only
3.5-star property

Ocean View Penthouses by Issimo - Adults Only

May 4 - May 8

4 night stay

New York (NYC) to San José (SJO)

Spirit Airlines • Non-stop • Coach

San José (SJO) to New York (NYC)

Avianca • Non-stop • Coach
Price was $1,774, price is now $1,055 per person
$1,055
per person
found 1 day ago
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
5.0-star property

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

May 7 - May 12

5 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San José (SJO)

American Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $2,635, price is now $1,519 per person
$1,519
per person
found 1 day ago
Namu Garden Hotel & Spa - Adults Only
4.5-star property

Namu Garden Hotel & Spa - Adults Only

May 3 - May 10

7 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San José (SJO)

United • Coach

San José (SJO) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR)

Spirit Airlines • Coach
Price was $2,218, price is now $1,303 per person
$1,303
per person
found 18 hours ago
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Playa Grande premium economy flight packages

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Alameda Cariari
3.0-star property

Alameda Cariari

9.2/10 Wonderful! (328 reviews)

May 9 - May 13

4 night stay

New York (JFK) to San José (SJO)

JetBlue Airways • Roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $1,058, price is now $901 per person
$901
per person
found 15 hours ago
For being in the city and near the airport it was in a quiet part of town. The front desk receptionist was waiting for us because of our late arrival and was so friendly and helpful even in the late hour. He had us park in the gated parking lot in front of the hotel. Our suite was very clean and comfortable. My friend said “that was the most comfortable bed I’ve slept in, in months!”

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2025

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen
4.5-star property

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)

May 9 - May 13

4 night stay

New York (JFK) to San José (SJO)

JetBlue Airways • Roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $1,471, price is now $1,207 per person
$1,207
per person
found 15 hours ago
Excellent hotel with fabulous amenities! The staff was friendly, helpful, remembered my name, and my entire stay was wonderful.

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport
3.0-star property

Hampton by Hilton San Jose Airport

9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,478 reviews)

May 9 - May 13

4 night stay

New York (JFK) to San José (SJO)

JetBlue Airways • Roundtrip • PremiumEconomy
Price was $1,098, price is now $909 per person
$909
per person
found 15 hours ago
Good staff, hotel is old, could usea a little update on instalations and amenities. Food was not good, everything was plain, no salt no condiments.

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Playa Grande?
With 20 airlines to take your pick of, finding the right flight to suit your budget and travel dates will be easy. Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) is the gateway to Playa Grande and where you're likely to be disembarking. These leading international airlines will take you there:

  • American Airlines - 36 flights to Playa Grande per month
  • United Airlines - 17 flights to Playa Grande per month
  • Delta - 16 flights to Playa Grande per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Playa Grande?
Be on the lookout for a cheap fare to Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR). It's the main airport servicing this city and is situated around 30 miles northeast of the center. Once you've grabbed your bags, it won't be long before you're ticking off the sights and sounds of Playa Grande.
How much is a flight to Playa Grande?
Lots of fantastic deals were up for grabs this week, with return flights to Playa Grande fluctuating between $247 and $361. But it was jet-setters flying in from New York (EWR) who snapped up the really big bargains. One-way tickets to Playa Grande started at a low $127.
How to book the cheapest flight to Playa Grande?
Landing cheap flights to Playa Grande is as simple as booking with Orbitz. But if you want to make sure you're nabbing the best flight deals around, here are some tips to follow:

  • Departing from or arriving at other airports may work out cheaper. Type in your preferred departure and arrival airports. Next, click on the 'Nearby airports' function below to see your options.
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  • To filter your results, click on 'Show options.' You can search based on seating class, airlines, and nonstop and refundable flights. You can also choose your preferred departure and arrival times under 'Sort & Filter' to the left.
  • Reserve your fare as soon as you've decided on your travel dates. While it does happen now and then, flights rarely fall in price as your departure date gets closer.
  • Make greater savings on your trip by combining your hotel, flights and car rental into an Orbitz package deal. Your bank account will thank you.
  • Flying during busier seasons often means higher airfares. If possible, plan your trip outside of popular periods, such as school breaks, Thanksgiving and Easter.

How long is a flight to Playa Grande?
Depending on where you take off from, your flight to Playa Grande could be long or short. Below are the average flight times for three of the most popular domestic routes:

  • San Jose (SJO-Juan Santamaria Intl.) to Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 49 minutes
  • Tambor (TMU) to Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 30 minutes
  • Tamarindo (TNO) to Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 20 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Playa Grande?
Book your tickets to Playa Grande in January. This is the perfect time of the year for low prices, closely followed by February and August. Pick up cheap flights and make your dream journey a reality with Orbitz.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Playa Grande?
Make a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Typically, these are the cheapest days of the week to purchase seats to Playa Grande. The getaway of your dreams starts with a great flight deal!
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Playa Grande?
You can grab cheap flights to Playa Grande by taking off on a Monday, according to Orbitz data from 2020. Tuesday is the next cheapest day, while Saturday has the most expensive ticket prices. Whether you prefer to save money or fly out on whichever day is convenient, you'll always find a terrific deal with Orbitz.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Playa Grande?
If you have some wiggle room with your travel dates, think about jetting off sometime in August. Orbitz data shows that this is generally the best month to take a trip if you want cheap flights to Playa Grande. As you might expect, airfares get pricier in the busy month of June and flights book out quickly.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Flexibility is important, that's why Orbitz lets you search for flights that won't hit you with a fee for any amendments. Fill out your departure and arrival points, then choose "Filter by flexible change policies." We'll show you all the options that include free cancellation within 24 hours of booking and no change fees.
What do I need for the flight to Playa Grande?
There is so much to sort out for any big journey, so it's good to get a little help along the way. Here's a handy checklist to ensure that you're organized for take off:

  • Travel documents such as visas and some identification are a must. To avoid any last-minute delays at check-in, make sure your booking is made with the exact name, gender and birth date as listed on your government-issued ID.
  • A properly packed carry-on bag is the key to flying in comfort. Given your flight to Playa Grande is no short hop, take enough snacks and things to keep you occupied. Something to read will help pass the time.
  • Both air conditioning and high altitudes can create a cold environment. No matter what the weather is in Playa Grande, bring a sweater along to keep nice and warm while on the plane.

How many direct flights are there to Playa Grande?
Currently, there are 28 direct flights every month to Playa Grande. When it comes to airlines that will fly you there, you're spoiled for choice. SANSA Regional, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines are some of the most popular. United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Air Canada are some other reputable carriers with nonstop services.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Playa Grande?
Smart travelers know how to find first or business-class fares to Playa Grande that don't cost a packet. Take their lead with these useful tips:

  • Be flexible with your travel dates and hold out for huge sales on first or business-class airfares.
  • A lot of low-cost carriers have top-notch business-class seating without the pricey fees.
  • Make a bid for an upgrade. Some airlines hold online auctions that let you put down a price for a seat at the front of the plane. You can also try upgrading with points earned through a loyalty program.

How to get into Playa Grande from the airport?
If you prefer the convenience of having your own set of wheels, reserve a Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) car rental with one of the two outlets at Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR). Budget and Payless have a great selection to pick from. Once you've collected your wheels, the center of Playa Grande is around 30 miles to the southwest. Or, maybe you'd rather take a taxi into town and rent a car from the downtown area after you've explored the area on foot? Playa Grande car rentals always has a variety of good deals available.
What is the best time to go to Playa Grande?
Anytime is an awesome time to experience Playa Grande, but January, February and November are the busiest months. Like most of the Northern Hemisphere, the summer commences June 20. If you'd like to get around in a light T-shirt than a thick winter coat, this time of the year would suit you nicely. Expect average daytime highs of 85 ºF and nightly lows around 75 ºF.
Travel tips for Playa Grande

  • Slip on your comfy sneakers and tour this cool city on foot. There are loads of exciting attractions to take in, such as Las Baulas de Guanacaste National Marine Park and Grande Beach.
  • If you're on the lookout for an easy day trip, there are more sights waiting for you a quick drive from the hustle and bustle. Find out why Flamingo Beach and Conchal Beach are on the bucket lists of most Playa Grande visitors.
  • When the time comes to get out and see more of Guanacaste, arrange a car rental and travel in the direction of Liberia. Tronadora is another key city with loads to do and see.

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