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$111+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SJO
Feb 23 — Mar 21
Mon 2/23
Mon 3/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 24, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/56:00 am
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop7h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/1012:31 pm
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop9h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/23$247
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/176:00 am
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop7h 22m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/2412:35 pm
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop9h 41m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/201:37 pm
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop7h 56m
American Airlines
Thu 2/2611:24 am
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop11h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/23$259
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/76:00 am
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop7h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/131:31 pm
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop10h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$264
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/236:00 am
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop7h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/272:05 pm
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop8h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$266
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/63:07 pm
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop8h 23m
American Airlines
Thu 2/1212:35 am
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop13h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/23$267
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:00 am
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop6h 55m
JetBlue
Mon 5/119:00 am
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop11h 47m
JetBlue
Deal found 1/23$270
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/235:26 pm
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop19h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 2/271:31 pm
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop9h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$272
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/195:26 pm
PHL
-
SJO
2 stops19h 14m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 2/2712:35 pm
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop9h 41m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/28:43 pm
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop15h 54m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 2/61:30 pm
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop9h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$278
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/205:26 pm
PHL
-
SJO
2 stops19h 14m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 2/2612:35 pm
SJO
-
PHL
2 stops19h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/23$280
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Sat 2/77:24 pm
PHL
-
LIR
1 stop18h 13m
American Airlines
Sat 2/143:13 pm
LIR
-
PHL
1 stop19h 11m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/23$296

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Philadelphia to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated January 24, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$247
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$111
(Orbitz)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$544

Good round-trip deal

$379 or less

Good one-way deal

$142 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($60 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 January 24, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Philadelphia

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Thu 3/5

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

12:31 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$247

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Sat 3/7

6:00 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/14

12:24 pm-12:16 am

1 stop9h 52m

$294

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Thu 2/19

6:01 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop22h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

1:31 pm-3:44 pm

1 stop25h 13m

$298

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Thu 2/19

7:46 pm-11:40 am

1 stop16h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

12:35 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$298

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Fri 3/20

6:55 pm-7:53 am

1 stop14h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/25

8:59 am-11:42 pm

1 stop12h 43m

$300

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Thu 2/19

7:46 pm-11:40 am

1 stop16h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

12:31 pm-8:44 am

1 stop18h 13m

$300

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

Wed 3/18

7:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop6h 40m

Liberia

Wed 3/25

12:40 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$305

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Tue 1/27

8:43 pm-11:37 am

1 stop15h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/5

1:30 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$315

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

Sat 2/7

7:45 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops23h 52m

Liberia

Sat 2/14

8:35 am-10:57 pm

1 stop13h 22m

$316

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Sun 3/8

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop7h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/14

12:24 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$321

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Deals found on 1/23

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to Costa Rica

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Costa Rica (average of $122). Flying from Philadelphia to Costa Rica in May is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 PHL to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 January 24, 2026.

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

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 January 24, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, American Airlines, and JetBlue from Philadelphia to Costa Rica. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,110 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,110 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,110 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,193 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,110 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,895 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,110 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,370 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,110 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,058 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,110 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Philadelphia to Costa Rica?

    For a flight from Philadelphia to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Philadelphia. Philadelphia (PHL) is just 7.0 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Costa Rica?

    Departing from Philadelphia to Costa Rica will take you 6h 40m. The distance from Philadelphia to Costa Rica is about 2118 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    $104 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 American Airlines, with prices starting from $108 and $109, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Costa Rica?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Costa Rica (average of $122). Flying from Philadelphia to Costa Rica in May is currently the most expensive (average of $238). 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 7 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Costa Rica

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 January 24, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$141Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$201Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$216Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$251Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$293Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$346Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$437Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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