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Annual Avg. Price430 GBP
March 2023505 GBP
April 2023370 GBP
May 2023380 GBP
June 2023391 GBP
July 2023605 GBP
August 2023392 GBP
September 2023403 GBP
October 2023395 GBP
November 2023469 GBP
December 2023459 GBP
January 2024411 GBP
February 2024382 GBP

Explore Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a lovely country which you need to visit.

Not only is San José the capital city, but it is also one of the most popular tourist destinations by far.

There are other interesting cities like Cartago, Heredia, Puntarenas and many others where you can travel during your trip to Costa Rica.

During your journey around Costa Rica, you can taste Gallo pinto, Casado, Bocas, Ceviche, Chicharrón and many other local delicacies.

There are many international airports in Costa Rica where you can land and the biggest one is Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO).

Costa Rica doesn’t have Euro or US dollar, exchanging cash before traveling is always recommended. Although credit and debit cards are also universally accepted throughout the country, we recommend you to carry cash and coins with you.

Costa Rica has a population of 5.09 million individuals.

The official language of Costa Rica is Spanish. Whilst the largest part of residents speak Spanish, it is not uncommon to hear conversations in Mekatelyu, Bribri, Patois – these are the languages most used in Costa Rica.

Costa Rica is bordered by Nicaragua and Panama.

The climate in Costa Rica is tropical. When packing for your journey to Costa Rica, check if you have all the essentials such as your passport, flight tickets, a camera to take great pictures, chargers or power banks.

Costa Rica COVID-19 travel restrictions

Latest COVID-19 travel restrictions in Costa Rica – 03/2023
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Most travelers from London, LGW can enter Costa Rica, but there are restrictions.

Departure

Travel restrictions
  • Travel is allowed
  • Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
  • Quarantine is not required
Visa requirements
  • Visa is not required

Return

Travel restrictions
  • Travel is allowed
  • Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
  • Quarantine is not required
Visa requirements
  • Visa is not required

Information is provided as guidance only and accurate at the time of publishing. Always check government websites and airline materials before booking and traveling.

Learn more about COVID-19 restrictions in Costa Rica in our dedicated Stories article.

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