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$99+ Cheap flights from North Carolina 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 10/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SJO
Nov 12 — Nov 191
Wed 11/12
Wed 11/19
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated October 13, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$238
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$99
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$530 or less

Good one-way deal

$348 or less
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Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 13, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2010:06 pmCLT - SJO
2 stops15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/2512:35 pmSJO - CLT
2 stops17h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/11$227
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Fri 10/244:19 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop17h 11mCopa Airlines
Sun 10/264:11 amSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 16mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/12$238
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Fri 10/2410:06 pmCLT - SJO
2 stops15h 24mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/2712:35 pmSJO - CLT
1 stop8h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/12$242
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/203:14 pmRDU - SJO
3 stops26h 36mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/234:08 amSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 19mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/12$243
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Mon 12/87:21 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop17h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/152:56 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop18h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/12$247
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Mon 10/275:45 amCLT - SJO
1 stop7h 45mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/3112:35 pmSJO - CLT
1 stop8h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/11$248
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Tue 10/217:15 amRDU - SJO
1 stop6h 40mJetBlue
Fri 10/241:00 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop7h 10mJetBlue
Deal found 10/12$250
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/116:00 amRDU - SJO
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/182:59 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop18h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/12$251
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/123:14 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop7h 42mCopa Airlines
Sun 11/166:07 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop18h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/12$252
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Mon 11/33:14 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop17h 19mCopa Airlines
Sat 11/84:08 amSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 19mCopa Airlines
Deal found 10/12$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/10. 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 11/1311:16 amRDU - SJO
2 stops10h 49mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/183:11 pmSJO - RDU
2 stops17h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/10$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 10/216:30 amRDU - SJO
2 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/3011:37 amSJO - RDU
1 stop19h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$256

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 October 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

North Carolina

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/24

4:19 pm-7:30 am

1 stop17h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/26

4:11 am-2:27 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$238

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 10/26

4:19 pm-7:30 am

1 stop17h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/8

4:08 am-1:27 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$253

NorfolkLiberia

ORF - LIR

ORFLIR

Norfolk

Sun 11/9

8:06 pm-2:13 pm

2 stops19h 07m

Liberia

Tue 11/18

3:18 pm-9:33 am

2 stops17h 15m

$267

NorfolkLiberia

ORF - LIR

ORFLIR

Norfolk

Sat 10/25

4:00 pm-11:45 am

2 stops21h 45m

Liberia

Fri 10/31

12:45 pm-10:11 am

2 stops19h 26m

$267

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/20

3:14 pm-4:50 pm

3 stops26h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/24

5:49 am-1:27 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$275

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/13

8:15 am-10:07 pm

1 stop14h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/15

7:00 am-7:08 pm

1 stop11h 08m

$276

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 1/24

12:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop10h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/29

2:20 pm-8:49 am

1 stop17h 29m

$276

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/19

12:40 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop10h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/26

2:20 pm-8:49 am

1 stop17h 29m

$276

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 1/23

9:30 am-10:15 pm

1 stop13h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

2:20 pm-8:49 am

1 stop17h 29m

$276

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 1/22

6:35 am-10:15 pm

1 stop16h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

2:20 pm-8:49 am

1 stop17h 29m

$276

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Costa Rica (average of $93). Flying from North Carolina to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $312). 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 NC to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 October 13, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from North Carolina to Costa Rica by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from North Carolina to Costa Rica?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their North Carolina to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Friday evenings 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.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from North Carolina to Costa Rica?

    There are many flights that can get you from North Carolina to Costa Rica in 14h 52m. Fly via Copa Airlines, American Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 1819 mi between North Carolina and Costa Rica. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $99 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Copa Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $106 and $109, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to Costa Rica?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Costa Rica (average of $93). Flying from North Carolina to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $312). 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 North Carolina to Costa Rica

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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 October 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$78Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$183Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Copa AirlinesCheapest$245Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$253Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$254Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$281Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$281Average$547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$293Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$372Average$708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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