How to Send Flowers to Costa Rica from Abroad
You can send flowers to Costa Rica from abroad by ordering online at sendflowerscostarica.com and paying with an international credit card or PayPal. A local florist hand-delivers the bouquet to any address in the country, so you do not need to arrange anything on the ground. Orders are accepted from any country, including the US, the UK, Canada and across Europe.
Can you send flowers to Costa Rica from another country?
Yes. The service takes orders from any country, so someone in the US, the UK, Spain or Canada can order for a family member in Costa Rica without a Costa Rican bank card. You pay in USD, and the florist handles delivery to the address you provide. Two rules to plan around are the 11:00 am cutoff and the no-Sunday policy, both covered below.
How do you send flowers to Costa Rica from abroad, step by step?
If you are in the US, the steps are the same as anywhere else:
- Browse the flowers category, which has 152 bouquets, arrangements and plants.
- Choose an item and any add-on: a glass vase, a box of chocolates, a plush teddy bear, a greeting card, balloons or a wine bottle.
- Enter the recipient's name, full address and phone number.
- Write your message. Every order includes a free printed card.
- Add a preferred delivery time in the instructions if timing matters. The florist tries to meet it, but exact time slots are not guaranteed.
- Pay with Visa, Mastercard or American Express through Stripe, or with PayPal.
Check the delivery date before you pay. An order placed before 11:00 am Costa Rica time, Monday to Saturday, can be delivered the same day in most areas.
How long does delivery take and when should you order?
Same-day delivery is available Monday to Saturday for orders placed before 11:00 am Costa Rica time, in most areas. Orders placed later are delivered the next day. There are no deliveries on Sundays or main public holidays, which matters for the big dates. Order at least two to three days ahead of any special date.
| Date | Occasion | Day | Order by |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 25, 2026 | Christmas (Navidad) | Friday, public holiday | December 21 or 22, for delivery by Thursday, December 24 |
| February 14, 2027 | Valentine's Day (Día de los Enamorados) | Sunday, no deliveries | February 10 or 11, for delivery on Saturday, February 13 |
| August 15, 2027 | Día de la Madre (Mother's Day) | Sunday, public holiday | August 11 or 12, for delivery on Saturday, August 14 |
Christmas falls on a holiday, and both Valentine's Day and Día de la Madre fall on a Sunday in 2027, so the last delivery day is the Saturday before.
How much does it cost to send flowers to Costa Rica?
Bouquets start at USD 58.99, and the flat delivery fee is USD 14.95. That makes the lowest total USD 73.94 before any add-ons. The highest-priced item in the catalog is USD 159.99, which comes to USD 174.94 with delivery. For a mid-range option, Cobalt & Gold Harmony is USD 63.99, or USD 78.94 with delivery.
You are charged in USD. EUR and GBP are shown for reference only, so the amount on your statement may differ from those figures. Your bank may also charge its own foreign transaction fee, so check your card terms before ordering.
Which flowers suit Costa Rica, and which should you avoid?
Bright, cheerful arrangements work well for birthdays, get-well wishes and thank-you gifts. Roses are the classic choice for romance, and for Valentine's Day the Enduring Passion Dozen Reds follows the usual red-rose tradition. Plants are a good option when you want something that lasts beyond a few days.
Avoid white lilies and funeral-style arrangements for celebrations. In many Latin American households, white lilies are linked to funerals and wakes, so keep them for sympathy. If the occasion is a death, choose from the sympathy arrangements instead.
What do you need from the recipient?
You need three things: the recipient's full name, full address and phone number. The florist uses the phone number to coordinate the delivery, so choose a number the person will answer on the day.
In Costa Rica, many addresses are described with landmarks and directions rather than street numbers. Include the neighborhood, the nearest landmark and any gate or building details that help a driver find the door. This is especially useful in busy areas such as Escazú.
To order, go to sendflowerscostarica.com, pick a bouquet, and check the date against the Sunday and holiday rules above. Order before 11:00 am Costa Rica time for same-day delivery, and give yourself two to three days for holidays. Recipients in San José and elsewhere in the country are covered by the same process.
Frequently asked questions
Which payment methods work for orders from outside Costa Rica?
You can pay with a Visa, Mastercard or American Express card through Stripe, or with PayPal. Orders are accepted from any country, and you are charged in USD, with EUR and GBP shown for reference only. Check with your bank about foreign transaction fees before you order.
Can flowers be delivered on a Sunday in Costa Rica?
No. Deliveries do not happen on Sundays or main public holidays, so plan for a Saturday or earlier weekday. In 2027, Valentine's Day and Día de la Madre both fall on a Sunday, so aim for delivery on the Saturday before, February 13 or August 14.
Can I send sympathy flowers to a family in Costa Rica?
Yes, the sympathy collection has arrangements suited to condolences. Use the free printed card for a short personal note, and give the address where the family can receive the flowers.
Can I send cakes or food with flowers to Costa Rica?
No, cakes and food hampers are not sold. The catalog covers flowers, plants and a short list of add-ons, including a box of chocolates, a glass vase, a plush teddy bear, a greeting card, balloons and a wine bottle. A box of chocolates is the closest option to a food gift.