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$140+ 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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CLT — SJO
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Tue 8/25
Tue 9/1
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 July 26, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 stop18h 45m
Copa Airlines
Sun 10/253:58 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 30m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/22$310
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/164:21 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop17h 58m
Copa Airlines
Mon 9/214:08 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 20m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/22$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/126:00 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 05m
American Airlines
Thu 10/226:00 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop13h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/98:17 pm
RDU
-
SJO
2 stops17h 42m
American Airlines
Wed 9/162:57 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop7h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$324
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/134:21 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop18h 43m
Copa Airlines
Sun 9/2012:05 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop24h 23m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 7/22$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 7/22$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 10/26:00 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop9h 57m
American Airlines
Mon 10/56:00 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop15h 54m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/23$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/167:26 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop20h 34m
American Airlines
Wed 11/113:54 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop7h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/286:17 pm
RDU
-
LIR
1 stop18h 27m
United Airlines
Tue 11/35:20 pm
LIR
-
RDU
1 stop16h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/167:00 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop9h 00m
American Airlines
Tue 10/201:00 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 44m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/26$332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 10/66:30 am
ORF
-
SJO
1 stop15h 35m
American Airlines
Sat 10/106:00 am
SJO
-
ORF
1 stop15h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/24$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 10/316:24 am
GSO
-
SJO
2 stops15h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 11/31:55 pm
SJO
-
GSO
1 stop8h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23$338

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 July 26, 2026.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$310
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$140
(American Airlines)

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Cheapest in

September

Average price

$571

Good round-trip deal

$676 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 July 26, 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 10/19

4:19 pm-9:04 am

1 stop18h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/25

3:58 am-2:28 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$310

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/13

4:21 pm-9:04 am

1 stop18h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/20

12:05 pm-2:28 pm

1 stop24h 23m

$325

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 10/25

4:19 pm-8:19 am

1 stop18h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/29

3:58 am-2:28 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$325

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/5

4:19 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop23h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/11

5:45 am-2:28 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$325

GreensboroSan José

GSO - SJO

GSOSJO

Greensboro/H. Point

Sat 10/31

6:24 am-7:39 pm

2 stops15h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/3

1:55 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$338

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 10/4

4:19 pm-7:10 am

1 stop16h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/11

4:08 am-2:28 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$340

AshevilleSan José

AVL - SJO

AVLSJO

Asheville Regional

Wed 1/20

10:20 am-8:39 pm

2 stops11h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/26

1:15 am-4:44 pm

2 stops14h 29m

$343

NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Mon 10/5

7:07 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop20h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/10

3:01 pm-6:52 pm

1 stop25h 51m

$355

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 10/4

5:15 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Liberia

Sat 10/10

2:00 pm-12:29 am

1 stop8h 29m

$361

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/20

7:59 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop17h 56m

Liberia

Mon 1/25

8:35 am-11:33 pm

2 stops13h 58m

$376

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Costa Rica (average of $437). Flying from North Carolina to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $738). 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 July 26, 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.

Weekly flight availability from North Carolina to Costa Rica

Explore weekly flight availability from North Carolina to Costa Rica. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 26, 2026.

The most flights from USNC to CR0 are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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

Booking 59 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?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from North Carolina to Costa Rica.

  • 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 38m. Fly via Delta, Copa Airlines, or United Airlines 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?

    $98 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on JetBlue and American Airlines, with prices starting from $102 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Costa Rica (average of $437). Flying from North Carolina to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $738). 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 July 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$123Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$140Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$215Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$237Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$351Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
GOLCheapest$655Average$1,157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%

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