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$473+ Cheap flights from Charlottesville (CHO) to Costa Rica

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHO — SJO
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Charlottesville to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Charlottesville to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlottesville to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/272:57 pm
CHO
-
SJO
2 stops22h 41m
United Airlines
Fri 9/41:25 pm
SJO
-
CHO
2 stops18h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/28$473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sun 9/138:22 pm
CHO
-
SJO
2 stops17h 59m
United Airlines
Sun 9/207:55 am
SJO
-
CHO
2 stops23h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$548
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 11/22:03 pm
CHO
-
SJO
2 stops24h 19m
United Airlines
Wed 11/41:55 pm
SJO
-
CHO
2 stops19h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$616
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 8/710:45 am
CHO
-
SJO
2 stops13h 54m
United Airlines
Wed 8/127:15 am
SJO
-
CHO
2 stops24h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31$646
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/42:56 pm
CHO
-
SJO
2 stops21h 15m
United Airlines
Wed 8/127:15 am
SJO
-
CHO
2 stops24h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31$673
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Fri 8/712:20 pm
CHO
-
SJO
2 stops26h 01m
United Airlines
Mon 8/177:55 am
SJO
-
CHO
2 stops24h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/31$718
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 8/85:52 pm
CHO
-
SJO
2 stops20h 29m
United Airlines
Sat 8/157:15 am
SJO
-
CHO
2 stops28h 38m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/29$731

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlottesville 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 August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlottesville to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

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Quickest round-trip

CharlottesvilleSan José

CHO - SJO

CHOSJO

Charlottesville Albemarle

Thu 8/27

2:57 pm-11:38 am

2 stops22h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/4

1:25 pm-9:51 am

2 stops18h 26m

$473

CharlottesvilleSan José

CHO - SJO

CHOSJO

Charlottesville Albemarle

Mon 11/2

2:03 pm-1:22 pm

2 stops24h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/4

1:55 pm-10:02 am

2 stops19h 07m

$616

CharlottesvilleSan José

CHO - SJO

CHOSJO

Charlottesville Albemarle

Wed 11/25

6:15 am-11:25 am

2 stops30h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/30

11:28 pm-2:11 pm

1 stop13h 43m

$788

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Deals found on 7/28

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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 August 1, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Charlottesville to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,845 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,497 reviews

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SEA - KOA

The snacks were not very good, not everyone was very friendly and professional

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Charlottesville Albemarle (CHO) if they book a flight from Charlottesville to Costa Rica. Charlottesville Albemarle is conveniently located just 7.6 mi from Charlottesville’s city center.

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

    For as low as $473, United Airlines can have you in Costa Rica from Charlottesville in 22h 41m. The distance between Charlottesville and Costa Rica is about 1976 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charlottesville 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Charlottesville to Costa Rica

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Charlottesville 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 August 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$132Average$739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$249Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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