Q COSTARICA — The German airline, Lufthansa, has confirmed an increase in flight frequencies between Frankfurt and San José for the 2026-2027 tourist season.
The airline will increase its service from three to five weekly flights, beginning October 25, 2026, and running through March 27, 2027.
The flights will operate on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays between Germany and Costa Rica during this period.
The airline will also incorporate a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner equipped with Lufthansa’s new Allegris cabin that aims to improve comfort, privacy, and the overall travel experience in all classes of service.
“With this increase in frequencies and the improved service provided by a more modern aircraft, Lufthansa is strengthening its operations,” stated Marcos Borges, Executive President of the Instituto Costarricense de Turismo (ICT).
Ricardo Hernández, CEO of AERIS, the operator of the Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), noted that the increase reflects the German market’s interest in Costa Rica.
“This expansion is positive news for tourism and connectivity. We will continue working with the government for the country’s economic development,” Hernández stated.
The new Allegris cabin will feature redesigned seats in First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy, and Economy Class, prioritizing personalization and privacy for passengers through advanced technology and new interior designs.
“We are delighted to bring our new onboard product, Allegris, to Costa Rica,” said Alejandro Arias, Sales Director for Lufthansa Group Passenger Airlines in Mexico and Central America.
Arias indicated that the experience will offer greater comfort and personalized options for those traveling between San José and Frankfurt (FRA).
Among the new features are sliding doors, reclining beds, 27-inch 4K screens, and individual heating and cooling systems in some seats.
Preliminary data from the ICT indicates that Germany has become the second-largest European source of tourists to Costa Rica by air.
During the first four months of 2026, more than 34,000 German travelers entered the country by air, according to the ICT.