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$126+ Cheap flights from Charlotte (CLT) 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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — SJO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Costa Rica

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

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$307
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$127
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$535

Good round-trip deal

$570 or less

Good one-way deal

$328 or less
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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/236:34 pmCLT - SJO
2 stops18h 59mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/2812:28 pmSJO - CLT
1 stop7h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$307
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/216:17 pmCLT - SJO
1 stop19h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/2812:28 pmSJO - CLT
2 stops20h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$327
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/166:30 amCLT - SJO
2 stops14h 25mSouthwest
Thu 9/258:50 amSJO - CLT
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$473
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 7/298:10 amCLT - LIR
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Thu 8/71:25 pmLIR - CLT
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Deal found 4/30$535
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.
Fri 8/19:25 amCLT - LIR
Nonstop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/812:35 pmLIR - CLT
Nonstop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$540
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/295:35 amCLT - LIR
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Sat 7/511:50 amLIR - CLT
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$566
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.
Thu 7/317:00 amCLT - LIR
1 stop9h 23mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/83:25 pmLIR - CLT
1 stop17h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$645
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Fri 6/208:30 amCLT - LIR
1 stop29h 30mAir Canada
Sat 6/281:00 pmLIR - CLT
2 stops30h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 4/30$757

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Charlotte

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Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 5/23

6:34 pm-11:33 am

2 stops18h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/28

12:28 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$307

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 5/21

6:17 pm-11:33 am

1 stop19h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/28

12:28 pm-10:41 am

2 stops20h 13m

$327

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 9/16

6:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops14h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/25

8:50 am-9:10 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$473

CharlotteLiberia

CLT - LIR

CLTLIR

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 7/29

8:10 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Liberia

Thu 8/7

1:25 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$535

CharlotteLiberia

CLT - LIR

CLTLIR

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 8/1

9:25 am-11:45 am

Nonstop4h 20m

Liberia

Fri 8/8

12:35 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$540

CharlotteLiberia

CLT - LIR

CLTLIR

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 6/29

5:35 am-11:35 am

1 stop8h 00m

Liberia

Sat 7/5

11:50 am-11:15 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$566

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 8/5

11:10 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/14

2:15 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$581

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 7/29

6:52 am-11:56 am

1 stop7h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/7

1:21 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$596

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 9/3

10:25 am-9:53 pm

2 stops13h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

4:10 am-6:53 pm

2 stops12h 43m

$638

CharlotteLiberia

CLT - LIR

CLTLIR

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 7/31

7:00 am-2:23 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Liberia

Fri 8/8

3:25 pm-11:00 am

1 stop17h 35m

$645

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Best time to book a flight from Charlotte to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Charlotte 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 CLT to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte 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.

When flying from Charlotte to Costa Rica, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Charlotte to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charlotte to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Costa Rica. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from CLT to CR0 are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Charlotte to Costa Rica have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,826 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Costa Rica?

    Located just 5.7 mi from the city center, Charlotte Douglas (CLT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Costa Rica from Charlotte.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $131. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Air Canada, as they are both options that can get you from Charlotte to Costa Rica for a low price.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $327. While the most popular route (Charlotte Douglas - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $290 on average our data indicates $508 when flying from Charlotte to Costa Rica.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Charlotte 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 4 airlines flying from Charlotte to Costa Rica

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte 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$243Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$295Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$400Average$797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$486Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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