Costa Rica

$139+ 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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SJO
abr. 15 — abr. 221
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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 marzo 16, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
mar. 11/39:20 pm
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop16h 02m
American Airlines
mié. 11/113:11 pm
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop17h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/13$320
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
mar. 5/58:20 am
PHL
-
SJO
2 stops12h 47m
American Airlines
vie. 5/152:08 pm
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop17h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/13$325
This BusinessClass deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 BusinessClass is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 5/46:00 am
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop7h 25m
GOL
mar. 5/126:30 am
SJO
-
PHL
2 stops15h 12m
GOL
Deal found 3/12$327
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/275:30 am
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop8h 28m
Delta
mié. 10/281:23 pm
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop8h 58m
Delta
Deal found 3/11$328
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
mar. 3/245:18 pm
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop19h 56m
Multiple Airlines
jue. 4/212:19 pm
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop11h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
vie. 4/177:59 pm
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop18h 22m
United Airlines
vie. 4/247:55 am
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop12h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
sáb. 4/187:45 pm
PHL
-
SJO
2 stops16h 26m
United Airlines
mar. 4/217:55 am
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop12h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/13$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
lun. 5/47:59 pm
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop18h 22m
United Airlines
sáb. 5/91:00 pm
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop9h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/13$340
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/16. 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.
sáb. 5/1610:40 am
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop10h 27m
American Airlines
sáb. 5/236:00 am
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop13h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/16$345
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/305:34 pm
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop16h 45m
Frontier
jue. 6/49:35 am
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop21h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 3/11$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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.
lun. 9/285:30 am
PHL
-
SJO
1 stop8h 24m
Delta
lun. 10/51:25 pm
SJO
-
PHL
1 stop9h 02m
Delta
Deal found 3/15$348
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
sáb. 5/27:45 pm
PHL
-
SJO
2 stops18h 36m
United Airlines
sáb. 5/97:55 am
SJO
-
PHL
2 stops11h 49m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/12$350

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 marzo 16, 2026.

Round-trip from

$320
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$139
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$548

Good round-trip deal

$641 or less

Good one-way deal

$244 or less
From Philadelphia to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Costa Rica.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Philadelphia to Costa Rica.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

lun. 5/4

7:59 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop18h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 5/9

1:00 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 59m

$340

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

lun. 5/11

7:45 pm-11:38 am

2 stops17h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 5/16

1:00 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 59m

$350

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

jue. 4/9

7:59 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop18h 11m

Liberia

jue. 4/16

3:27 pm-11:43 am

1 stop18h 16m

$376

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

sáb. 4/11

7:45 pm-11:53 am

2 stops18h 08m

Liberia

sáb. 4/18

3:27 pm-10:28 am

2 stops17h 01m

$381

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

jue. 4/30

12:54 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop8h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 5/3

1:25 pm-9:59 am

2 stops18h 34m

$444

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

lun. 6/1

7:58 pm-9:50 am

1 stop15h 52m

Liberia

lun. 6/8

3:27 pm-9:39 am

2 stops16h 12m

$447

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

lun. 4/27

7:55 am-7:00 pm

2 stops13h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 5/5

9:00 am-10:00 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$450

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

mié. 6/3

1:31 pm-10:11 am

2 stops22h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 6/9

12:30 am-11:44 pm

2 stops21h 14m

$455

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

vie. 5/29

10:32 am-10:39 pm

2 stops14h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 5/31

7:55 am-9:39 am

2 stops23h 44m

$455

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

sáb. 5/30

1:04 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop11h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 6/1

7:55 am-9:45 am

2 stops23h 50m

$455

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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 $239). 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 marzo 16, 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 marzo 16, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta,JetBlue, andAmerican 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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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.

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

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 13h 05m. The distance from Philadelphia to Costa Rica is about 2136 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 American Airlines and JetBlue, with prices starting from $109 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 $239). 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 marzo 16, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$141Average$780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$160Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$212Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$234Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$251Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$290Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$437Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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