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$103+ 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 4/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SJO
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Tue 3/31
Tue 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Costa Rica

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 March 1, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 3/16:18 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop7h 57m
United Airlines
Sat 3/76:30 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop15h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/25$261
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/288:19 pm
RDU
-
SJO
2 stops18h 56m
American Airlines
Wed 3/42:50 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop16h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/28$266
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/63:14 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 51m
Copa Airlines
Wed 3/115:50 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop6h 33m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/28$267
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 8/275:25 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop14h 50m
American Airlines
Thu 9/32:15 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop16h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/25$272
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/1. 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 3/316:45 am
ORF
-
SJO
1 stop10h 21m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/77:00 am
SJO
-
ORF
1 stop12h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/1$274
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 5/14:19 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 53m
Copa Airlines
Fri 5/154:10 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 19m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/26$275
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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.
Sat 4/114:45 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop19h 26m
United Airlines
Sat 5/167:55 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop12h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/28$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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.
Wed 3/46:18 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop12h 58m
United Airlines
Fri 3/62:05 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop19h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/28$282
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 4/104:18 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 50m
Copa Airlines
Sun 4/194:09 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 20m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/25$290
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Wed 4/154:18 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 50m
Copa Airlines
Sun 4/194:09 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 20m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/27$293
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/27. 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.
Sun 5/37:52 pm
ORF
-
SJO
1 stop17h 15m
American Airlines
Thu 5/76:30 am
SJO
-
ORF
1 stop10h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/27$294
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/159:05 am
ORF
-
SJO
2 stops12h 02m
American Airlines
Tue 4/212:22 pm
SJO
-
ORF
2 stops17h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/28$299

Find 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 March 1, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$272
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One-way from

$103
(United Airlines)

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December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$464

Good round-trip deal

$643 or less

Good one-way deal

$334 or less
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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 March 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Price

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/20

4:18 pm-7:08 am

1 stop16h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 4/24

4:09 am-2:29 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$278

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/10

4:18 pm-7:08 am

1 stop16h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 4/19

4:09 am-2:29 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$290

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/1

5:00 am-11:23 am

1 stop8h 23m

Liberia

Wed 4/15

12:27 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$308

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/11

6:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Liberia

Fri 4/24

3:27 pm-1:58 pm

2 stops20h 31m

$308

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/15

5:05 am-11:28 am

1 stop8h 23m

Liberia

Tue 4/21

12:27 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$308

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/9

5:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Liberia

Sat 5/16

2:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$308

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/12

7:35 pm-11:24 am

2 stops17h 49m

Liberia

Thu 5/21

2:47 pm-10:22 am

2 stops17h 35m

$313

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/15

7:59 pm-11:53 am

1 stop17h 54m

Liberia

Mon 5/25

3:27 pm-2:01 pm

2 stops20h 34m

$329

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/15

8:13 pm-11:24 am

2 stops17h 11m

Liberia

Mon 5/25

3:47 pm-10:55 am

1 stop17h 08m

$363

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/11

6:30 am-7:39 pm

1 stop15h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/17

1:05 pm-10:08 am

1 stop19h 03m

$382

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

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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 $78). Flying from North Carolina to Costa Rica in November is currently the most expensive (average of $275). 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 March 1, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from North Carolina to Costa Rica as you normally would.

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 7h 40m. Fly via Copa Airlines, American Airlines, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 1796 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?

    $103 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 JetBlue and Copa Airlines, with prices starting from $105 and $108, 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 $78). Flying from North Carolina to Costa Rica in November is currently the most expensive (average of $275). 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 8 airlines flying from North Carolina to Costa Rica

Discover the top 8 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 March 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$92Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$133Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$138Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$238Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$248Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$267Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$274Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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