
Avianca Costa Rica
About the airline
Avianca Costa Rica (LR/LRC) is a Central American airline based in Costa Rica, operating from San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport. Founded in 1945, it serves regional routes with a modern narrow-body fleet and is known for connecting Costa Rica to regional destinations.
Fleet

Avianca Costa Rica (IATA: LR, ICAO: LRC) is a Costa Rican airline with roots dating back to 1945, making it one of the region's established carriers. The airline operates from its main hub at San Jose Juan Santamaria International Airport, serving as a key connection point for Central American travel.
The airline's network focuses on regional connectivity across Central America and beyond. Its modern, fuel-efficient fleet consisting of Airbus A320 and A320neo aircraft enables reliable short- to medium-haul operations. These narrow-body jets are optimized for the airline's route structure, balancing capacity and operational efficiency on regional routes.
Avianca Costa Rica maintains a practical approach to regional aviation, with a fleet composed entirely of modern Airbus equipment. This standardized fleet simplifies maintenance, crew training, and scheduling while providing passengers with contemporary cabin comfort standards on regional flights from its San Jose hub.