A good sale to Costa Rica. Since mid-2012, we have found a total of six deals from Los Angeles to San Jose, Costa Rica. So it isn’t something that happens too often.

This does not meet our 6 cents per mile criterion. Just a cheap ticket.

H/T: TProphet from Seat31B.

Sample Travel Date:

• September 5th – 8th

Fare Availability:

• Valid for travel from September 1st – December 12th. Must purchase at least 1 day in advance of departure

How to Search for Availability:

• Use ITA Software Matrix Airfare Search and use the following search criteria:
  • Departing from: LAX
  • Outbound Advanced Routing Code: am+
  • Destination: SJO
  • Return Advanced Routing Code: am+
  • (Click on Advanced Routing Codes link to enable advanced routing code input)
  • Select “See calendar of lowest fares”
  • Length of stay “0-7” (This is just a sample, you can use any 7 day date range like 3-10, 7-14 etc)
  • You cannot buy tickets using ITA. To buy, follow our instructions below
• Beginner’s Guide on How to Use Matrix by ITA Software
• How to Read Airfare Rules and Use It to Your Advantage

Fare Class:

• W

Routing:

• LAX – MEX (Mexico City) – SJO (San Jose) – MEX – LAX.

Stopover:

• Not permitted
• How to Take Advantage of a Stopover

Mileage:

• 5,490 miles. Aeromexico is a member of the SkyTeam Alliance and Delta partner. This fare will earn 100% mileage with Delta. For those interested in Alaska accrual, it’s only 50% with them.

How to Book:

• Support us by using our Expedia link to book with dates found on ITA Software Matrix Airfare Search. Make sure you select “Advanced options” and then select “Aeromexico” on Preferred Airline

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Background Information:

• Visa: US Citizens – Not Required. There is a departure tax of $29. Other nationals, check the TIMATIC Visa Database
• Currency: Costa Rican Colon (CRC). $1USD = 532 CRC

Tips for saving when using credit cards at international destinations:

• No Foreign Transaction Fee Credit Cards to save on international purchases
• Don’t get hit with Dynamic Currency Conversion
• Get your taxes refunded when shopping
• How to Avoid International Data Roaming Charges

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