Board Bag Fees
COSTA RICA SURF TRAVEL

Flying to Costa Rica with a surfboard

Compare board-bag costs before booking your Central America surf trip — especially when several airlines have similar fares.

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Central America fees can change the best fare

For a Costa Rica surf trip, compare the board policy before choosing between a U.S., Mexican, Central American or South American connection. The carriers below are useful starting points, not a guarantee of service from every city.

  • Check whether the fee is per board or per bag.
  • Confirm length limits for longboards.
  • Recheck codeshares and separate tickets.
AIRLINES TO COMPARE

Board-bag policies worth checking for Costa Rica

Open any airline for its current policy record and traveler reviews.

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