C$ 204 Find Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica

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Best Costa Rica Flight Deals from Ottawa

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
San José
San José2 stopsC$ 538
Liberia
Liberia2 stopsC$ 338
San José
San José2 stopsC$ 538
Liberia
Liberia2 stopsC$ 338

Cheap Flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Ottawa to Costa Rica

Fri, 28 Nov - Thu, 4 Dec
United Airlines Logo
2:15 p.m. - 12:55 p.m.YOW-LIR
23h 40m2 stops
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8:35 a.m. - 11:54 p.m.LIR-YOW
14h 19m2 stops
C$ 338United Airlines
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Wed, 5 Nov - Wed, 12 Nov
United Airlines Logo
9:45 a.m. - 6:37 p.m.YOW-LIR
33h 52m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
2:20 p.m. - 9:18 p.m.LIR-YOW
29h 58m2 stops
C$ 339United Airlines
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Wed, 3 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec
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3:05 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.YOW-LIR
24h 35m1 stop
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3:40 p.m. - 8:20 a.m.LIR-YOW
39h 40m2 stops
C$ 436
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Wed, 3 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec
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3:05 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.YOW-LIR
24h 35m1 stop
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3:40 p.m. - 10:10 a.m.LIR-YOW
17h 30m1 stop
C$ 443
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Wed, 3 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec
Porter Airlines Logo
8:50 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.YOW-LIR
18h 50m2 stops
Porter Airlines Logo
3:40 p.m. - 12:42 a.m.LIR-YOW
8h 02m1 stop
C$ 488Porter Airlines
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Wed, 3 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec
Porter Airlines Logo
8:50 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.YOW-LIR
18h 50m2 stops
Porter Airlines Logo
3:40 p.m. - 12:42 a.m.LIR-YOW
8h 02m1 stop
C$ 490Porter Airlines
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Sun, 26 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
WestJet Logo
5:40 a.m. - 1:29 p.m.YOW-LIR
9h 49m1 stop
WestJet Logo
3:20 p.m. - 12:42 a.m.LIR-YOW
8h 22m1 stop
C$ 499WestJet
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Wed, 26 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
Air Canada Logo
7:15 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.YOW-LIR
8h 30m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
3:45 p.m. - 12:22 p.m.LIR-YOW
19h 37m2 stops
C$ 509Air Canada
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Wed, 3 Dec - Thu, 11 Dec
WestJet Logo
5:40 a.m. - 2:29 p.m.YOW-LIR
9h 49m1 stop
WestJet Logo
12:50 p.m. - 12:42 a.m.LIR-YOW
10h 52m1 stop
C$ 524WestJet
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Mon, 24 Nov - Wed, 3 Dec
Air Canada Logo
7:15 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.YOW-LIR
8h 30m1 stop
Air Canada Logo
3:45 p.m. - 9:42 a.m.LIR-YOW
16h 57m2 stops
C$ 541Air Canada
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Ottawa to Costa Rica flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Ottawa to Costa Rica flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for round-trip flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica.

The cheapest ticket to Costa Rica from Ottawa found in the last 72 hours was to Liberia, at C$ 569 round-trip. The most popular route is from Ottawa (YOW) to Liberia (LIR), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was C$ 569.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Ottawa to Costa Rica?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of C$ 900, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Costa Rica?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica is July, when tickets cost C$ 808 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,560 and C$ 1,264 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ottawa to Costa Rica?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below-average price on the flight from Ottawa to Costa Rica, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.


Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flightC$ 204
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (18% more expensive on average)
Flight from Ottawa to Liberia

FAQs - booking Costa Rica flights

  • What other cities are reachable from SJO Airport in Costa Rica?

    From Ottawa's YOW Airport, you can travel to Costa Rica and then use a range of local transit choices to get to the cities close to Juan Santamara International Airport. You can take a bus, a taxi, or rent a car from the SJO Airport to get to nearby cities like Rio Segundo, Alajuela, and San Antonio with ease.

  • How can I board the flight that leaves Ottawa for Costa Rica as early as possible?

    If you stay the night before your trip departure at one of the hotels closest to YOW Airport, it will be straightforward for you to take the earliest aircraft from Ottawa to Costa Rica. In this case, you might want to think about booking a room at the close-by Hilton Garden Inn Ottawa Airport, which is just 7 minutes away from YOW by foot. The hotel is closer to the airport and offers a complimentary airport shuttle service.

  • Does YOW-CR0 flight route offer any pet-friendly flying options?

    Yes, passengers travelling on the YOW-CR0 route should not worry about the safety of their dogs when visiting Costa Rica. Numerous airports in Ottawa, most prominently the YOW Airport, which offers international flights to Costa Rica, allow guests to bring their canine companions with them when they visit the airport. However, as a matter of policy, all animals must be leashed at all times in these airports.

  • What kid seat safety precautions should drivers be aware of before renting a car in Costa Rica?

    The legislation in Costa Rica requires that youngsters under the age of twelve be buckled into a suitable car seat. When their height is 1.5 meters and higher and yet they are younger than 12, such children may be restrained in a car using only a seat belt.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ottawa 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 Ottawa to Costa Rica.

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

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

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

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

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Ottawa 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 from Ottawa to Costa Rica up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Costa Rica?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Costa Rica is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost C$ 433 on average. Morning departures are around 65% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Costa Rica is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is C$ 854.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Costa Rica

  • Consider selecting a hotel near Juan Santamara International Airport if your flight from Ottawa to Costa Rica is anticipated to land late at night. The Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela is one of the most convenient places for tourists to stay the night when they arrive late at SJO Airport. The distance to this accommodation may be covered on foot in under five minutes.
  • Families with children can travel in comfort from Ottawa to Costa Rica's SJO Airport on flights operated by Avianca, Delta, or Air Canada. On each journey from Ottawa to Costa Rica, your kids may easily stream live their favorite films, songs, as well as TV episodes with these airlines' complimentary in-flight Wi-Fi.
  • While waiting for their respective flights from Ottawa to Costa Rica, passengers can unwind in some of the most comfortable settings in airport lounges at Ottawa International Airport (YOW). The Aspire Lounge is a well-liked lounge for passengers flying out of YOW Airport in economy classes. It is situated at the international departures and offers pocket-friendly services.
  • All of the major airports in Ottawa that offer international flights to Costa Rica, including YOW Airport, offer a number of specific services for passengers with disabilities. At this airport, parking spaces are designated just for vehicles transporting people with disabilities. Also, all major airlines at YOW Airport offer free cab-to-aircraft wheelchair transfer services.
  • Most Ottawa residents who travel to Costa Rica choose to fly out of YOW Airport. This is because, in contrast to other nearby airports like Montreal Trudeau Airport (YUL), YOW acts as an important hub for a multitude of well-known international airlines that fly to Costa Rica, increasing the possibility that they may find low-cost flight tickets due to the competitive pricing advantages.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Ottawa to Costa Rica

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Ottawa 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.
8.0
Porter AirlinesOverall score based on 318 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.2Boarding
8.7Crew
7.0Entertainment
7.6Food
Airline reviews

All good the seats a little tight and no I pad screen

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jul 2025YYZ - RSW
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All good the seats a little tight and no I pad screen

Everything was good except the fact you charge more for a carry on bag vs a check in bag and to top it off in US$ that was not impressive

Our flight was cancelled at the last minute for maintenance reasons and we were rebooked on a late flight when we purposefully booked our flight to be home early due to work.

Seemed like an old plane. Very noisy. The seat cushions were so old that the metal bracing of the seats were poking through. There was plenty of leg room though.

Flight was delayed over 2 hours, then landed at a different airport!

The whole experience from check in to deboarding was fantastic.

Just an evening before they canceled my ticket and offered me ticket costing 3 x times more than. I will not fall prey to these scams,Will never book through kayak now. Such a bad experience.

was okay except.. 1)the porter check in webpage doesn't let you print your boarding pass from home 2)that there was a 90 min cut off for checking in on the kiosk in general, and to print a boarding pass, even tho i checked in online already....

Great! Personable crew. I love that they pour complimentary beer and wine.

I love the 2 seats per row. More room. The crew were excellent.

Check in slow even though completed online check in, there was no bag drop available so had to query for 90mins as only 2 staff on desks.

Flying to a far away destination is a miracle in itself, so please take these with a grain of salt. The seats are a bit tired, and need a freshen up. The entertainment could be a bit newer, especially with all services available now. The food really is where we need help. But again, flying is a privilege, so all is good.

Not so much porter it's your site! Not good

They are a sister company with Air Transat and the two companies do not work well together. If you have any issues the two companies will blame each other and you will miss your flights. The help line does not help

Never book through a third party. Book through Air transats website. Terrible process to get help and many issues happen with them and sister companies because half the flights you book with them aren’t even through air transat.

The plane was pretty full, and we dis not have any includes meal for our 4h30 flight? And on-board entertainment wasn't available, there was no TV or plugging to charger your device on the plane. They told us to download an app if we wanted to watch movies but it never connected, that was a disappointment, the r we st was very good though and the crew were really nice!

Seats were very tight especially for first leg of trip.

Not necessarily a Transat issue but it took 2 hours to go through immigration. Tried to reach out to Transat for resolution but was unable to reach an agent.

The flight was excellent, once it started, however we were delayed two hours when the first plane’s engines wouldn’t start. They found another identical plane and transferred us and our luggage in under two hours and made up almost an hour in the air.

Really low cost trip for the huge amount I paid…o paid 550 dollars just for the trip, one way trip, plus 95 for 1 luggage’s and the second 135 dollars…no blanket, not headphones for entertainment, food was served after 3 hours and 2 hours after, breakfast was served Bad, low cost company for high prices

It was all good flight was on time, service was good I enjoyed a few movies and everything was smooth

Efficient, calm when things were delayed and kept us regularly informed of what was happening.

Airbus plane, nice and polite staff, entertainment even as it was a short flight.

Very nice and clean plane. Transit time between flights was tight though

Our flights got changed from United to Air Canada and our purchased seats did not get transferred so we had to pay for seats twice. I brought it up with Air Canada and they stated I had to go back and chase it with United. The united seats were $21 Canadian each and Air Canada were $56 each so we have paid $77 for each seat. Very unhappy

So far so good but food and entertainment are not available for this flight

Plane temperature was comfortable (not to hot) when boarding and waiting for takeoff.

Michael, our FA was very attentive, even finding me a chocolate brownie from economy class when the dessert selections were all dairy based. ( intolerant, not allergic so don’t usually need to order dairy free)

We tried to upgrade to economy premium but were told this was not possible as we had booked through United Airlines (and Air Canada was operating the flight). This seemed silly given there was ample space in economy premium. Additionally, we had to wait almost 1.5 hours upon arrival to taxi to the gate. Otherwise, the crew were very pleasant and passengers were friendly.

It was my first time with United Airlines and I would say it was very good experience and best of all the flights were on time. Will definitely fly with United Airlines next time.

7 hour layover was a drag. Free internet on the long leg was great.

Staff were courteous and helpful. The only negative was the flight delays (which are usually unavoidable) and the high baggage price.

From vancouver go calgary nd vice vetsa fligjt was delayed

Absolutely terrible, from the customer service to boarding the plane. On the phone, there was some mishaps with getting in my correct date and they did not help me retrieve a refund or any assistance. I’m gonna be reporting to all my followers and family around the region of Los Angeles to New York.

Arrival at Comox from, London,ON 6 hours later... No bueano

Generally good. However. The flight left 30 mins behind schedule with no reason given.

Flight delayed, missed my pick-up had to Uber, plus missed dinner and medication, so sad!

Nothing to like because my inbound flight was cancelled without notification by West Jet or third party, JustFly. I couldn’t take the inbound flight due to cancellation; therefore could not take the outbound flight back.

Not the greatest experience everything was pretty mediocre. My seat was by the washroom in the aisle and was not located well as everyone past each other people were right in my seat and space.

The small prop plane was crowded and the overhead luggage storage is a smaller than on the jets. Other than that, the crew was good, the flight was on time and the landing was smooth.

Flying in the Dreamliner is always comfortable. Though the food options for Air Canada aren't great.

Flight got delayed for no reason. And Air Canada was doing 3 boardings via the same gate. It was chaotic!

I n the Toronto airport I had trouble finding my zone. It was 47. I went from Zone 1 to the end of the line.didn't find it. Then saw my zone somewhat by accident over by where you first come in. Signs could be more helpful or more personnel directing people like me.

Wonderful airline. All staff were pleasant and helpful. What is sad is that it wasn’t grand gestures just everyday pleasantness and friendliness that are missing from the other airlines I have flown recently.

Friendly efficient crew, but plane had no way to charge phone. That is a near necessity with today’s travel where we carry out travel documents on our phones.

Orderly boarding. The flight to Montreal was difficult to get to on time, but had help from staffer.

Orlando to Canada, despite being close and an international flight, the plane was not at all comfortable. It felt like the chair was being pushed forward, in addition to not having a TV and having to choose from a tiny glass of drink, for example, water or soda. I couldn't have both. When I asked the flight attendant for an extra glass of water, she looked at me with an ugly face. This is ridiculous. They don't want to give water to passengers. I will never fly with this airline again in my life.

The checking of my carry-on was not the greatest idea. It was selected for a security check in Toronto and didn't make it to my connecting flight. Fortunately Air Canada delivers late luggage to Whistler so I got it at 2 A M.

The seating and lack of leg room. I paid extra for more leg room. The space for under seat storage was a joke.

Well managed flight comfortable. Wish they had back of seat screens

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