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$166+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — CHI
Jul 26 — Aug 21
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Chicago

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 26, 2026.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/181:05 pm
LIR
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ORD
1 stop9h 26m
JetBlue
Mon 9/216:00 am
ORD
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LIR
1 stop6h 57m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/26$294
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/241:05 pm
LIR
-
ORD
1 stop9h 26m
JetBlue
Sat 10/36:00 am
ORD
-
LIR
1 stop6h 57m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/23$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/231:40 pm
SJO
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MDW
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Mon 9/2810:05 am
MDW
-
SJO
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/24$378
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/79:00 am
SJO
-
MDW
1 stop9h 20m
Southwest
Mon 10/128:50 pm
MDW
-
SJO
2 stops15h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/23$379
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/171:40 pm
SJO
-
MDW
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Tue 9/2210:10 am
MDW
-
SJO
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/25$383
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/282:02 pm
SJO
-
ORD
1 stop8h 42m
JetBlue
Sun 8/307:00 am
ORD
-
SJO
1 stop6h 57m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/23$386
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/24. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/53:10 pm
LIR
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ORD
1 stop28h 33m
Air Canada
Sat 11/77:03 am
ORD
-
LIR
1 stop31h 07m
Air Canada
Deal found 6/24$388
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/282:02 pm
SJO
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ORD
1 stop8h 42m
JetBlue
Mon 8/317:00 am
ORD
-
SJO
1 stop6h 57m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/21$399
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/11:40 pm
SJO
-
MDW
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Tue 9/86:15 am
MDW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/22$401
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/51:15 pm
SJO
-
MDW
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Tue 9/810:10 am
MDW
-
SJO
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/23$405
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/281:40 pm
SJO
-
MDW
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Tue 10/66:05 am
MDW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 6/23$409
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/23. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/21:40 pm
SJO
-
MDW
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Tue 9/86:15 am
MDW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/23$410

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Chicago

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Chicago flight deals. Data was last updated June 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$314
(JetBlue)

One-way from

$166
(JetBlue)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$561

Good round-trip deal

$701 or less

Good one-way deal

$353 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Chicago (CHI) flight deals.
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From Costa Rica to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Costa Rica to Chicago (CHI)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($63 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Costa Rica to Chicago (CHI).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Costa Rica to Chicago (CHI).

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Chicago that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

LiberiaChicago

LIR - ORD

LIRORD

Liberia

Fri 10/2

1:05 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/5

6:00 am-11:57 am

1 stop6h 57m

$294
Quickest round-trip

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/24

1:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/30

6:15 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$411

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/15

1:40 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Chicago Midway

Sat 9/19

10:25 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$437

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/3

4:15 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop18h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/7

2:53 am-11:59 pm

1 stop22h 06m

$483

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/22

2:05 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/2

7:45 am-6:16 pm

1 stop10h 31m

$491

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/1

10:26 am-12:46 pm

1 stop26h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/5

2:13 pm-8:19 am

1 stop18h 06m

$494

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/2

4:08 am-12:57 am

1 stop19h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/9

3:20 pm-9:04 am

1 stop18h 44m

$494

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/25

4:08 am-1:02 am

1 stop19h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/30

3:21 pm-10:58 am

1 stop20h 37m

$494

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/9

4:08 am-1:02 am

1 stop19h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/23

3:21 pm-7:10 am

1 stop16h 49m

$494

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/22

5:45 am-1:02 am

1 stop18h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/30

8:02 am-7:10 am

1 stop24h 08m

$494

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Chicago

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to Chicago

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to Chicago?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Chicago (average of $103). Flying from Costa Rica to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $291). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CR to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 26, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Costa Rica to Chicago as you normally would.

How often are flights from Costa Rica to Chicago delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Costa Rica and Chicago have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 192 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Costa Rica to Chicago flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Costa Rica to Chicago flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Costa Rica to Chicago?

Booking 29 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Costa Rica to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated June 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andCopa Airlines from Costa Rica to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Reza,Jun 2026

TPA - MDW

The seats were super cramped and couldn’t move without hitting other passengers

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Chicago. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to Chicago?

    A quick flight from Costa Rica to Chicago can take about 5h 30m. JetBlue provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $491. The distance between Costa Rica and Chicago is about 2220 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Costa Rica to Chicago one-way?

    $163 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Copa Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $198 and $246, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Costa Rica to Chicago?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Costa Rica to Chicago is generally $567, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $199. When looking at the most popular route, (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay $312 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Costa Rica to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Costa Rica to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to Chicago?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Chicago (average of $103). Flying from Costa Rica to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of $291). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Chicago

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Chicago. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$189Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$332Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
AviancaCheapest$367Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$370Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$390Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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