Flights from Quebec City (YQB) and Montreal (YUL) to Liberia, Costa Rica
Here is what to know before booking a flight to Liberia from Quebec City and Montreal.
From Montreal, fares to Liberia usually run between $405 and $810. The best fare spotted recently is $405 (about 33% below the typical price).
What this route usually costs
We have recorded a fare from Montreal to Liberia on 59 separate days, the first on July 7, 2026 and the most recent on September 3, 2026. Across those days the best fare of the day ranged from $394 to $509, with a median of $455. 2 of those days came in cheaper than today. Today's $405 is in the cheapest third of that range.
- Days observed 59
- Lowest recorded $394
- Median day $455
- Highest recorded $509
These numbers are our own: one price point per route per scan day. How we collect them.
Quebec City or Montreal for Liberia?
We have priced Liberia from both airports on 57 of the same days. Montreal came in cheaper on 50 of them and Quebec City on 7. Averaged across those days, Montreal was $45 cheaper on this route.
Latest fare we spotted from each airport
- Montreal $405 (-33%)
- Quebec City $511 (-9%)
Liberia is a sunny city in Costa Rica's Guanacaste province and the main gateway to the Pacific coast's beaches and national parks. Known as the 'White City,' it has a relaxed provincial charm and serves as a hub for the northwest's dry tropical landscapes. Soak in a volcanic hot spring or catch a Playa Flamingo sunset, and Guanacaste's pura vida spirit will win you over!
When to go
The dry season from December to April brings reliable sunshine and is ideal for beaches, while the green season from May to November is lush and quieter with afternoon rains. Guanacaste is one of the country's warmest and driest regions.
Getting there from Quebec City and Montreal
From most Canadian cities, reaching Liberia (LIR) typically means one or two connections through Toronto or a US hub such as Miami or Houston, with more nonstop and charter options in the winter sun season. Going via the States adds a US customs stop, so a Canadian connection can keep the trip smoother.
What to see and do
- Relaxing on the beaches of Playas del Coco and Tamarindo
- Hiking the volcanoes and hot springs of Rincón de la Vieja National Park
- Spotting wildlife in Palo Verde National Park
- Surfing and sunset watching in nearby Playa Flamingo
Good to know before you go
The currency is the Costa Rican colón, though US dollars are widely accepted. Public buses are cheap but slow, so a rental car is the easiest way to reach the scattered beaches and parks, though many agencies add a young-driver surcharge for under-25s, making guided day tours a handy car-free option. Spanish is the language, and the region is welcoming and generally safe.
Entry requirements and health
No visa needed
Good news: with a Canadian passport you can just show up for a short tourist stay, no visa needed. Keep an eye on how long you're allowed to stay so your trip fits.
Vaccines and health
Many travellers get vaccinated against hepatitis A and typhoid, which spread through food and water.
General orientation for a Canadian passport on a short tourist trip, not legal or medical advice. Confirm with official sources, and see a travel health clinic four to six weeks before departure.
Travel information is provided as a guide and can change. Always confirm fares, schedules and entry requirements before booking.
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