Costa Rica

$130+ 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 8/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — SJO
Jul 4 — Jul 111
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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 June 4, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/89:00 am
CLT
-
SJO
1 stop5h 57m
JetBlue
Wed 9/232:05 pm
SJO
-
CLT
1 stop6h 55m
JetBlue
Deal found 6/3$297
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/54:20 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 49m
Copa Airlines
Sun 6/145:57 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop18h 32m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$300
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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.
Sun 10/114:19 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop23h 32m
Copa Airlines
Mon 10/194:08 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 20m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/2$305
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/147:25 pm
ORF
-
SJO
2 stops19h 34m
American Airlines
Sat 9/192:57 pm
SJO
-
ORF
2 stops17h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/31$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 8/277:35 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop14h 18m
American Airlines
Thu 9/32:56 pm
SJO
-
RDU
2 stops19h 25m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/4$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/116:34 am
RDU
-
SJO
2 stops15h 33m
American Airlines
Sun 9/202:57 pm
SJO
-
RDU
2 stops16h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/1$312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 10/146:31 pm
RDU
-
SJO
2 stops18h 34m
American Airlines
Mon 11/91:23 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop20h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/4$313
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/85:24 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop21h 35m
American Airlines
Mon 9/142:57 pm
SJO
-
RDU
2 stops16h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/1$314
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/194:19 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop7h 26m
Copa Airlines
Sat 10/245:55 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop18h 33m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/1$315
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 10/144:19 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop23h 32m
Copa Airlines
Sun 11/83:59 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 28m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 6/2$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/85:24 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop21h 35m
American Airlines
Sun 9/132:57 pm
SJO
-
RDU
2 stops16h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/1$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Wed 6/31:15 pm
RDU
-
SJO
2 stops11h 24m
United Airlines
Sat 6/611:13 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/31$322

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 June 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$297
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$130
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$519

Good round-trip deal

$796 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From North Carolina to Costa Rica
One-way flight from North Carolina to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price ($4 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from North Carolina to Costa Rica.

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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 June 4, 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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Cheapest round-trip

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/21

4:21 pm-8:19 am

1 stop17h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/25

4:08 am-2:28 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$300

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/13

4:21 pm-10:58 am

1 stop20h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/20

5:55 pm-2:28 pm

1 stop18h 33m

$305

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/14

4:19 pm-1:51 pm

1 stop23h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/8

3:59 am-1:27 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$318

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/6

4:21 pm-7:10 am

1 stop16h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/13

6:17 pm-2:28 pm

1 stop18h 11m

$333

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 10/25

4:19 pm-7:04 am

1 stop16h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/29

3:58 am-2:28 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$333

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/20

6:30 am-12:21 pm

1 stop7h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/24

7:55 am-9:58 pm

1 stop12h 03m

$343

NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Mon 9/14

6:02 am-11:38 am

1 stop7h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/19

7:55 am-11:43 pm

2 stops13h 48m

$356

GreensboroSan José

GSO - SJO

GSOSJO

Greensboro/H. Point

Tue 9/22

6:00 am-7:37 pm

2 stops15h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/28

7:55 am-11:42 pm

2 stops13h 47m

$402

AshevilleSan José

AVL - SJO

AVLSJO

Asheville Regional

Tue 9/1

5:45 pm-11:38 am

1 stop19h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/8

1:25 pm-10:02 am

2 stops18h 37m

$419

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/25

6:30 am-12:21 pm

1 stop7h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/22

7:55 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$422

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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Costa Rica (average of $108). Flying from North Carolina to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,061). 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 June 4, 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from North Carolina to Costa Rica?

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from North Carolina to Costa Rica. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 popular is this North Carolina to Costa Rica flight route?

  • 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 51m. Fly via Copa Airlines, United Airlines, or Avianca 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?

    $102 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from JetBlue. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Copa Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $105 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Costa Rica (average of $108). Flying from North Carolina to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $1,061). 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 June 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$123Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$140Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$237Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$242Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$267Average$651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$351Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
GOLCheapest$655Average$1,194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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