Airline
West Caribbean Costa Rica (6W)
West Caribbean Costa Rica was a regional airline based in San José, providing vital connections across Central America and the Caribbean. Operating as a subsidiary of Colombia's West Caribbean Airways, it offered convenient regional flights before ceasing operations in 2005.
Why travelers choose West Caribbean Costa Rica
- •Baggage-first fares and transparent change rules.
- •Modern fleet mix with attentive on-board service.
- •Strong IRROPS handling with quick local support.
Fare families
Economy Basic
The historical entry-level fare designed for budget-conscious regional travelers.
- •1 Personal Item
- •Standard Seat Assignment
- •Non-refundable
Economy Standard
The standard historical fare that included checked baggage for longer regional trips.
- •1 Personal Item
- •1 Checked Bag (up to 20kg)
- •Standard Seat Assignment
- •Ticket changes permitted with fee
Economy Flex
The most adaptable historical fare offering priority services and itinerary flexibility.
- •1 Personal Item
- •1 Checked Bag (up to 20kg)
- •Priority Check-in
- •Free ticket changes
- •Refundable
Key policies
Baggage allowance
Historically featured standard regional baggage policies, typically including one personal item and one checked bag up to 20kg (44 lbs) for standard economy passengers.
Change policy
As the airline officially ceased operations in 2005, historical ticket policies allowed standard regional modifications with applicable fees, but no current changes or bookings can be made.
Check-in
Historical operations required passengers to check in directly at the airport counters at least 2 hours prior to scheduled regional departures.
Colombo (CMB) network
West Caribbean Costa Rica operating flights touching CMB
Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.
From Colombo (CMB)
CMB → DXB
Flight 6W 203 • Daily
CMB → SIN
Flight 6W 468 • Daily
CMB → LHR
Flight 6W 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri
To Colombo (CMB)
DXB → CMB
Flight 6W 204 • Daily
SIN → CMB
Flight 6W 469 • Daily
LHR → CMB
Flight 6W 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat