Affirm, Klarna, Afterpay, and Sezzle are all available at Laters.com checkout for flights to Costa Rica. Approval is instant, your e-ticket arrives immediately, and you choose the instalment plan that fits your budget before the rainforest calls you in.
Available in the United States
Affirm lets you split a Costa Rica fare into monthly payments over 3, 6, or 12 months, making that peak-season booking from Miami or New York far more manageable. Rates vary by credit profile, but many travellers qualify for 0% APR on shorter plans. Apply in seconds at checkout — no hard credit pull required to see your options.
Available in the US, Canada, UK, and Europe
Klarna's Pay in 4 splits your Costa Rica fare into four equal fortnightly payments, all interest-free. It's a practical option whether you're flying from Houston on United or connecting through Panama City on Copa. Approval takes moments and your booking is confirmed instantly.
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Available in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand
Afterpay divides your fare into four equal fortnightly instalments with no interest charged — ever. It suits travellers booking from North America or Australia who want to lock in a good fare now without clearing the full amount today. Your e-ticket lands in your inbox the moment you confirm.
Available in the United States and Canada
Sezzle splits your Costa Rica flight cost into four payments over six weeks, interest-free, with one free reschedule if your plans shift before departure. It's particularly handy for travellers juggling dry-season bookings, when fares tend to firm up fast. No hard credit check at application.
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Costa Rica · CR · CR
Value for Money
6.5/10
Flight Frequency
7.5/10
BNPL Availability
7/10
Airport Experience
6.5/10
Visa Ease
8/10
Destination Appeal
8.5/10
Editorial snapshot
Flying to Costa Rica rewards planners who move early. Dry-season fares from the US firm up fast after October, and the December-to-April window is when everyone wants to go. Budget travellers should target May or June, when prices soften and the landscape is lush. It suits nature-obsessed couples and families more than party-seekers or city-breakers. BNPL works cleanly for US-based travellers booking through Laters.com.
Score based on Laters booking data and editorial review, 2026
The dry season (December through April) is when Costa Rica shines and fares know it. January through March offers the best weather and the highest prices. May and June are the sweet spot: the landscape greens up, crowds thin, and fares drop by roughly 20-30% compared to peak. Avoid late September and October if you dislike heavy rain.
| Month | Price Band | Demand | Travel note |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Peak | High | Peak dry season; book 10-12 weeks ahead to secure reasonable fares. |
| February | Peak | High | Best weather window; fares at their highest of the year. |
| March | Peak | High | Spring break travel drives US demand and prices sharply upward. |
| April | Mid | Medium | Semana Santa (Easter week) spikes demand; book early for that week. |
| May | Budget | Low | Green season begins; excellent value and lush scenery reward flexibility. |
| June | Budget | Low | Cheapest fares of the year; rain falls mainly in afternoons. |
| July | Mid | Medium | Short dry spell on the Pacific coast; school holidays lift demand. |
| August | Mid | Medium | Rainy season continues; good for wildlife spotting, especially turtles. |
| September | Budget | Low | Wettest month; very low demand and the cheapest fares available. |
| October | Budget | Low | Heavy rain continues; Caribbean coast can flood — check conditions. |
| November | Mid | Medium | Dry season approaches; fares begin climbing as demand picks up. |
| December | Peak | High | Holiday travel drives fares to near-peak levels; book months ahead. |
Cheapest month
June — average fares around $210 one-way
Peak season warning
December through March: fares rise 35-55% above average. Book at least 10 weeks ahead to avoid the worst of it.
Fares are estimates based on typical prices and may vary by date and availability.
IATA: SJO · 17 km from San José city centre · 20 km from Escazú
SJO is Costa Rica's main international gateway and handles the vast majority of long-haul and US traffic. The single international terminal is compact but can feel congested during the December-to-March peak, when immigration lines are at their longest. Most major US carriers, Copa Airlines, and Avianca operate from here, and the domestic terminal (a short walk away) connects onward to Liberia, Quepos, and Tamarindo.
| Transport | Cost (approx) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Official airport taxi (orange cabs) | CRC 15,000-22,000 (approx. USD 28-42) | 25-45 min to San José centre, depending on traffic |
| Shared shuttle service | USD 12-18 per person | 40-60 min to major hotels in San José or Escazú |
| Ride-hailing app (Uber/InDriver) | CRC 8,000-14,000 (approx. USD 15-26) | 25-40 min to city centre; pick-up from designated zone |
IATA: LIR · 12 km from Liberia · 60 km from Tamarindo
LIR serves the Guanacaste province and is the preferred gateway for travellers heading to Tamarindo, Playa Flamingo, and Nosara without a San José stopover. Several US carriers including United and American operate seasonal or year-round nonstops here. The terminal is smaller and more relaxed than SJO, and arrivals tend to move faster.
| Transport | Cost (approx) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Shared shuttle to Tamarindo | USD 25-40 per person | 60-75 min to Tamarindo |
| Private transfer | USD 60-100 for up to 4 passengers | 45-90 min depending on destination |
Check-in tips
At Laters.com checkout, you can split seat upgrades, extra baggage allowances, and airport lounge access into instalments alongside your fare. Affirm and Klarna both cover these add-ons for Costa Rica bookings.
Make your Costa Rica trip work harder — split every extra at checkout.
Secure a window seat over the Caribbean coastline on your final descent into SJO.
Available with Affirm and KlarnaBring that extra bag for surfboards, hiking gear, or Monteverde souvenir hammocks.
Split with Afterpay or SezzleCover yourself for adventure activities like zip-lining and white-water rafting in Costa Rica.
Available with all providersBundle a beachfront Manuel Antonio lodge with your flight and pay over time.
Available with Klarna and AffirmPre-book a private shuttle from SJO to La Fortuna and skip the taxi negotiation.
Split into 4 paymentsStay connected across Costa Rica's national parks without roaming charges eating your budget.
Available with AfterpayThe majority of travellers fly to Costa Rica from US gateway cities, with Miami and New York leading the way. Copa Airlines via Panama City is the most common connection point for travellers from South America and beyond.
Miami to Costa Rica
American Airlines, United Airlines · 2h 45m · Direct
Pay in 4 from $70/instalmentNew York to Costa Rica
JetBlue Airways, American Airlines, United Airlines · 5h 10m · Direct
Pay in 4 from $85/instalmentHouston to Costa Rica
United Airlines · 3h 30m · Direct
Pay in 4 from $78/instalmentLos Angeles to Costa Rica
American Airlines, Copa Airlines · 5h 40m · Direct
Pay in 4 from $95/instalmentBogotá to Costa Rica
Copa Airlines, Avianca · 3h 20m · Via Panama City
Pay in 3 from $87/instalmentMexico City to Costa Rica
Aeroméxico, Copa Airlines · 3h 50m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $97/instalmentToronto to Costa Rica
Air Transat, American Airlines · 6h 20m · Via Miami
Pay in 4 from $105/instalmentLondon to Costa Rica
British Airways, American Airlines · 12h 30m · Via Miami
Pay in 4 from $170/instalmentFares are estimates based on typical prices and may vary by date and availability.
A strong roster of US carriers dominates Costa Rica routes, with Copa Airlines providing the most comprehensive Latin American connectivity through its Panama City hub.
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