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$76+ 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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SJO
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$222
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$76
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$357

Good one-way deal

$426 or less
From Philadelphia to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($82 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 septiembre 11, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
vie. 9/195:00 amPHL - SJO
1 stop8h 14mSpirit Airlines
jue. 9/2512:19 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$216
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/285:00 amPHL - SJO
1 stop8h 14mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 10/412:19 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/49:50 pmPHL - SJO
1 stop15h 40mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 10/1112:35 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/229:50 pmPHL - SJO
1 stop15h 24mSpirit Airlines
mar. 9/3012:19 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/295:00 amPHL - SJO
1 stop8h 14mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 10/1812:35 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop18h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$236
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/165:33 amPHL - SJO
1 stop7h 57mSpirit Airlines
jue. 10/2312:35 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$237
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/17:54 pmPHL - SJO
1 stop18h 36mSpirit Airlines
mar. 11/41:35 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$240
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/17:54 pmPHL - SJO
1 stop18h 36mSpirit Airlines
jue. 11/61:19 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop10h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$241
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/235:00 amPHL - SJO
1 stop8h 14mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 9/2712:19 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/15:00 amPHL - SJO
1 stop8h 14mSpirit Airlines
mié. 10/812:35 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$244
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
sáb. 10/49:50 pmPHL - SJO
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
jue. 10/97:30 amSJO - PHL
1 stop13h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/8$245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/76:50 amPHL - LIR
1 stop7h 10mDelta
jue. 10/161:25 pmLIR - PHL
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Deal found 9/9$345

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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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Philadelphia

Fly to

Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

sáb. 11/1

7:54 pm-12:30 pm

1 stop18h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 11/6

1:19 pm-12:32 am

1 stop10h 13m

$240

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

mié. 10/29

5:33 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 11/4

1:35 pm-11:36 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$274

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

sáb. 10/4

9:50 pm-10:41 am

2 stops14h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 10/11

11:37 am-9:24 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$286

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

lun. 10/20

7:24 pm-7:50 am

2 stops14h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 10/26

12:35 pm-9:32 am

1 stop18h 57m

$297

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

mié. 10/15

5:53 pm-11:30 am

2 stops19h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 10/20

12:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$306

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

mié. 11/5

5:15 am-12:14 pm

1 stop7h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 11/10

1:19 pm-9:46 am

1 stop19h 27m

$311

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

dom. 11/2

5:33 am-12:30 pm

1 stop7h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 11/8

6:07 pm-8:50 am

2 stops13h 43m

$327

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

sáb. 10/25

7:15 pm-11:45 am

2 stops18h 30m

Liberia

mié. 10/29

12:45 pm-12:09 am

1 stop9h 24m

$349

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

sáb. 11/15

4:52 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops21h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 11/22

10:09 am-11:00 pm

1 stop11h 51m

$363

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

sáb. 10/18

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Liberia

vie. 10/24

1:25 pm-12:52 am

1 stop9h 27m

$365

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Philadelphia to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

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.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Philadelphia to Costa Rica?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings 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.

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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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 8h. 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.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Philadelphia to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 Philadelphia to Costa Rica

Discover the top 8 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$141Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$270Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$283Average$635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$318Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air CanadaCheapest$426Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
American AirlinesCheapest$439Average$699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$512Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$553Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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