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$94+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SJO
Dec 18 — Dec 251
Thu 12/18
Thu 12/25
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

Expedia
2 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$282
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$94
(Spirit)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$505

Good round-trip deal

$396 or less

Good one-way deal

$217 or less
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 18, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/93:26 pmORD - SJO
1 stop20h 59mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/161:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$287
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Tue 12/26:48 amORD - SJO
1 stop8h 32mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1012:39 pmSJO - ORD
2 stops11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$288
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Thu 12/111:52 pmORD - SJO
3 stops21h 50mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/161:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/17$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Tue 12/24:58 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 21mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/111:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/16$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/54:38 pmORD - SJO
2 stops43h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/151:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop21h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$291
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/24:58 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 21mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/161:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/17$292
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/105:00 amORD - SJO
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/131:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/15$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 12/103:26 pmORD - SJO
1 stop20h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/151:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/16$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 12/103:26 pmORD - SJO
2 stops20h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/171:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/16$296
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/14:58 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 21mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/121:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/17$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/116:15 amORD - SJO
1 stop30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/191:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/17$298
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Sat 12/138:15 pmORD - LIR
1 stop18h 30mAir Canada
Fri 12/193:45 pmLIR - ORD
1 stop17h 28mAir Canada
Deal found 11/17$396

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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 November 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/2

2:07 pm-7:10 am

1 stop17h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/8

4:08 am-12:52 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$384

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/5

7:34 am-4:48 pm

1 stop9h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/15

5:50 am-12:04 am

1 stop18h 14m

$384

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/6

2:22 pm-8:21 am

1 stop17h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/16

6:08 pm-12:31 pm

1 stop18h 23m

$384

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/28

2:07 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop7h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/2

5:53 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop18h 59m

$384

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/6

7:39 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/13

2:05 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$395

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

6:56 am-4:40 pm

1 stop9h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/5

4:08 am-12:52 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$399

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

2:13 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

4:09 am-12:31 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$399

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

11:51 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop14h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

4:09 am-12:31 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$399

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/29

2:13 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop7h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

4:09 am-12:31 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$399

ChicagoLiberia

ORD - LIR

ORDLIR

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Liberia

Fri 12/19

12:30 pm-5:49 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

$463

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Deals found on 11/17

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Costa Rica flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport-Costa Rica flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica (average of $248). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 ORD to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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 November 18, 2025.

When flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Over the last year, Qatar Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.

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 November 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,015 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.
Avianca
6.6
Okay
2,475 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,146 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,566 reviews

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

PEI - PTY

The attention to us was excellent. Help was provided with care.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $463, Copa Airlines can have you in Costa Rica from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in 7h 10m. There are 2172 mi between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Costa Rica. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

    The cheapest flight price from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica is $151. On average you can expect to pay $442. The most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $240.

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Costa Rica that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Costa Rica?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Costa Rica?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica (average of $248). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 9 airlines flying from O'Hare Intl to Costa Rica

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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 November 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$221Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$259Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$307Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$314Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FrontierCheapest$345Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$347Average$692FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$431Average$740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$432Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$441Average$610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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