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$88+ 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SJO
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 26, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/65:30 amPHL - SJO
1 stop9h 22mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/111:31 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$250
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/255:25 amPHL - SJO
1 stop7h 50mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/21:20 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop9h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/24$260
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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.
Thu 12/115:30 amPHL - SJO
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/161:31 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/25$261
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/116:53 pmPHL - SJO
2 stops17h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/1612:39 pmSJO - PHL
2 stops25h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/24$287
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/86:53 pmPHL - SJO
2 stops17h 49mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/131:31 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/24$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/255:25 amPHL - SJO
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/21:20 pmSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$300
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/47:00 amPHL - LIR
1 stop6h 55mJetBlue
Tue 12/92:00 pmLIR - PHL
1 stop8h 13mJetBlue
Deal found 11/24$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/26. 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 12/35:00 amPHL - LIR
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/103:20 pmLIR - PHL
1 stop17h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/26$330
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/47:00 amPHL - LIR
1 stop6h 55mJetBlue
Thu 12/112:00 pmLIR - PHL
1 stop8h 13mJetBlue
Deal found 11/25$333
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/13:30 pmPHL - LIR
1 stop23h 20mAir Canada
Mon 12/83:45 pmLIR - PHL
1 stop30h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 11/24$345
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Sat 12/68:10 amPHL - LIR
Nonstop5h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/93:20 pmLIR - PHL
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:30 amPHL - LIR
2 stops13h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/98:35 amLIR - PHL
1 stop13h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$354

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 November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$246
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$88
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$484

Good round-trip deal

$434 or less

Good one-way deal

$391 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 November 26, 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

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Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Wed 1/14

3:00 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop22h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/18

1:30 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$269

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Wed 3/4

8:00 am-8:39 pm

1 stop13h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

5:30 am-5:53 pm

1 stop10h 23m

$276

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

Fri 1/9

5:40 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Liberia

Thu 1/15

3:05 pm-12:21 am

1 stop8h 16m

$311

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

Tue 2/17

7:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Liberia

Wed 2/18

1:40 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$311

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

Mon 2/16

7:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Liberia

Tue 2/24

2:00 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$311

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

Sat 1/17

7:45 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops18h 25m

Liberia

Fri 1/23

8:35 am-10:59 pm

1 stop13h 24m

$311

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

Mon 1/26

5:40 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Liberia

Thu 1/29

3:05 pm-9:23 am

1 stop17h 18m

$311

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

Mon 2/16

7:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Liberia

Fri 2/20

2:00 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$311

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

Tue 2/17

7:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Liberia

Thu 2/19

2:00 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$311

PhiladelphiaLiberia

PHL - LIR

PHLLIR

Philadelphia

Tue 2/17

7:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Liberia

Tue 2/24

2:00 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop8h 46m

$311

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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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Costa Rica (average of $127). Flying from Philadelphia to Costa Rica in May is currently the most expensive (average of $231). 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 November 26, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to Costa Rica in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 33% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon 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 November 26, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and American 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
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,254 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,038 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,905 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
8,158 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 10m. 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?

    $88 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 Frontier and JetBlue, with prices starting from $123 and $136, 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 $127). Flying from Philadelphia to Costa Rica in May is currently the most expensive (average of $231). 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$141Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$247Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$249Average$681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$251Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$283Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$327Average$693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$512Average$627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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