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$185+ Cheap flights from Charleston (CHS) to Costa Rica

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 5/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHS — SJO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Charleston to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Charleston to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$281
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$185
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$551
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Cheapest flights from Charleston to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charleston to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/134:30 pmCHS - SJO
1 stop20h 07mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/2012:28 pmSJO - CHS
1 stop18h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$281
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/319:43 amCHS - SJO
1 stop27h 50mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/612:28 pmSJO - CHS
1 stop18h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/86:00 amCHS - LIR
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 7/312:25 pmLIR - CHS
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2910:32 amCHS - SJO
1 stop10h 03mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/22:10 pmSJO - CHS
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$406
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/37:00 amCHS - SJO
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/35:30 amSJO - CHS
1 stop15h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$424
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/95:30 amCHS - LIR
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Sun 9/141:25 pmLIR - CHS
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/30$453
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/89:53 amCHS - SJO
2 stops23h 42mCopa Airlines
Sun 5/118:46 amSJO - CHS
2 stops23h 25mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/29$521
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/276:30 amCHS - LIR
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/17:50 amLIR - CHS
1 stop12h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$525
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 6/137:05 amCHS - SJO
2 stops14h 35mSouthwest
Fri 6/208:45 amSJO - CHS
2 stops12h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$547
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/89:43 amCHS - LIR
2 stops31h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/141:25 pmLIR - CHS
3 stops31h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$664
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/286:56 pmCHS - SJO
2 stops30h 50mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/31:06 amSJO - CHS
2 stops38h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$790
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/276:45 pmCHS - LIR
3 stops24h 50mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/411:00 amLIR - CHS
2 stops29h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$845

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Charleston to Costa Rica 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charleston to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Charleston

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlestonSan José

CHS - SJO

CHSSJO

Charleston

Fri 6/13

4:30 pm-10:37 am

1 stop20h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/20

12:28 pm-8:37 am

1 stop18h 09m

$281

CharlestonSan José

CHS - SJO

CHSSJO

Charleston

Sat 5/31

9:43 am-11:33 am

1 stop27h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/6

12:28 pm-8:38 am

1 stop18h 10m

$289

CharlestonLiberia

CHS - LIR

CHSLIR

Charleston

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

Liberia

Thu 7/31

2:25 pm-12:18 am

1 stop7h 53m

$369

CharlestonSan José

CHS - SJO

CHSSJO

Charleston

Thu 5/29

10:32 am-6:35 pm

1 stop10h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/2

2:10 pm-12:15 am

1 stop8h 05m

$406

CharlestonSan José

CHS - SJO

CHSSJO

Charleston

Tue 6/3

7:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/3

5:30 am-10:45 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$424

CharlestonLiberia

CHS - LIR

CHSLIR

Charleston

Tue 9/9

5:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Liberia

Sun 9/14

1:25 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$453

CharlestonSan José

CHS - SJO

CHSSJO

Charleston

Thu 5/8

9:53 am-7:35 am

2 stops23h 42m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/11

8:46 am-10:11 am

2 stops23h 25m

$521

CharlestonLiberia

CHS - LIR

CHSLIR

Charleston

Mon 10/27

6:30 am-12:08 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Liberia

Sat 11/1

7:50 am-9:54 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$525

CharlestonSan José

CHS - SJO

CHSSJO

Charleston

Fri 6/13

7:05 am-7:40 pm

2 stops14h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/20

8:45 am-11:20 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$547

CharlestonLiberia

CHS - LIR

CHSLIR

Charleston

Sun 6/8

9:43 am-3:40 pm

2 stops31h 57m

Liberia

Sat 6/14

1:25 pm-10:29 pm

3 stops31h 04m

$664

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Charleston to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Charleston with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Charleston to Costa Rica

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Charleston to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 CHS to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Charleston to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Charleston to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,414 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,968 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charleston to Costa Rica. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Charleston to Costa Rica?

    If you book a flight to Costa Rica from Charleston, you will be flying from Charleston, which is the city’s only airport. Charleston (CHS) is located 10.2 mi from the center of Charleston.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $185. Delta flights start at $201 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $256 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charleston to Costa Rica 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 Charleston to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Charleston to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 Charleston to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Charleston to Costa Rica. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$159Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$215Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$330Average$706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$335Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$358Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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