HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Costa Rica

$122+ 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 5/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — SJO
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Wed 4/22
Wed 4/29
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Charlotte to Costa Rica with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Costa Rica

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 March 23, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/29:54 pm
CLT
-
SJO
1 stop15h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 5/1012:38 pm
SJO
-
CLT
1 stop20h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$313
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/116:28 am
CLT
-
SJO
1 stop7h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1712:38 pm
SJO
-
CLT
1 stop21h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/22$314
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Thu 5/76:41 pm
CLT
-
SJO
1 stop18h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1712:38 pm
SJO
-
CLT
1 stop21h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$316
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/217:58 pm
CLT
-
SJO
1 stop14h 21m
Frontier
Mon 5/259:35 am
SJO
-
CLT
1 stop24h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$318
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 5/96:41 pm
CLT
-
SJO
1 stop18h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1412:38 pm
SJO
-
CLT
1 stop21h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$320
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/116:00 am
CLT
-
SJO
1 stop7h 14m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 4/1612:38 pm
SJO
-
CLT
1 stop18h 32m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$321
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/149:54 pm
CLT
-
SJO
1 stop15h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 5/2512:38 pm
SJO
-
CLT
1 stop18h 32m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sun 4/198:50 am
CLT
-
SJO
1 stop28h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/2612:38 pm
SJO
-
CLT
1 stop18h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$323
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Mon 5/116:28 am
CLT
-
SJO
1 stop7h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1412:38 pm
SJO
-
CLT
1 stop21h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$324
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Sat 4/254:36 pm
CLT
-
SJO
1 stop20h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/712:38 pm
SJO
-
CLT
1 stop18h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$325
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/106:28 am
CLT
-
SJO
1 stop7h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1712:38 pm
SJO
-
CLT
1 stop21h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/22$326
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 5/86:28 am
CLT
-
SJO
1 stop7h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/1512:38 pm
SJO
-
CLT
1 stop21h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$328

Find 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 March 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$313
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$122
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$611

Good round-trip deal

$666 or less

Good one-way deal

$380 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Charlotte Douglas-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Charlotte Douglas-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights.
Search Deals
From Charlotte Douglas to Costa Rica
Search Deals
One-way flight from Charlotte Douglas to Costa Rica
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Charlotte Douglas to Costa Rica.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Charlotte Douglas to Costa Rica.
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte 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 March 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 9/1

8:05 am-6:40 pm

2 stops12h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/6

12:35 pm-11:10 am

2 stops20h 35m

$560

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 4/27

6:15 am-7:00 pm

2 stops14h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/4

9:00 am-10:40 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$560

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 7/27

7:10 am-7:40 pm

2 stops14h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/4

9:00 am-9:25 pm

2 stops10h 25m

$640

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 7/10

10:35 am-7:40 pm

2 stops11h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/20

1:40 pm-10:00 am

2 stops18h 20m

$655

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 6/25

7:35 am-7:40 pm

2 stops14h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 6/28

8:45 am-10:25 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$655

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 5/25

6:15 am-7:00 pm

2 stops14h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/9

8:45 am-10:05 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$655

CharlotteLiberia

CLT - LIR

CLTLIR

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 6/3

7:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Liberia

Mon 6/8

11:10 am-9:59 pm

1 stop8h 49m

$726

CharlotteLiberia

CLT - LIR

CLTLIR

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 5/23

7:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Liberia

Wed 5/27

1:20 pm-10:02 am

2 stops18h 42m

$781

CharlotteLiberia

CLT - LIR

CLTLIR

Charlotte Douglas

Fri 6/19

10:27 am-9:50 am

2 stops25h 23m

Liberia

Wed 6/24

3:27 pm-10:02 am

2 stops16h 35m

$781

CharlotteSan José

CLT - SJO

CLTSJO

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 7/28

5:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/30

1:25 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$818

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 3/23

Showing 1-10 of 39 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
4

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.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Costa Rica (average of $232). Flying from Charlotte to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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 March 23, 2026.

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.

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 March 23, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Charlotte to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,320 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,469 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,491 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,536 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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.

  • How popular is this Charlotte to Costa Rica flight route?

    Flights from Charlotte Douglas to Costa Rica have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Charlotte to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $726, Southwest can have you in Costa Rica from Charlotte in 7h 10m. Charlotte and Costa Rica are separated by a distance of 1725 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $103. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and American Airlines, 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 $666. While the most popular route (Charlotte Douglas - San José Juan Santamaria Intl) can be booked for $313 on average, our data indicates $1,355 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Costa Rica (average of $232). Flying from Charlotte to Costa Rica in June is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 5 airlines flying from Charlotte to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 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 March 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$250Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$316Average$617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$467Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$543Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$551Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.