Costa Rica

$101+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SJO
Mar 15 — Mar 221
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 13, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/294:18 pm
RDU
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SJO
1 stop16h 53m
Copa Airlines
Mon 5/44:10 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 19m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/10$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Sat 2/287:43 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop15h 41m
American Airlines
Wed 3/412:35 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop9h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/13$261
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/233:12 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 54m
Copa Airlines
Sat 2/284:09 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 14m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/11$263
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/14:19 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 53m
Copa Airlines
Fri 5/154:10 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 19m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/13$266
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Mon 3/910:38 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop14h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/1112:31 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop28h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/10$269
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/233:12 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 54m
Copa Airlines
Thu 2/264:09 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 05m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/13$270
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:00 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop6h 25m
American Airlines
Tue 5/196:30 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop13h 07m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$272
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/154:18 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 50m
Copa Airlines
Sun 4/194:09 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 20m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 2/11$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/59:03 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop6h 05m
American Airlines
Sun 5/1012:35 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop17h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Wed 3/45:54 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop18h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/911:35 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop19h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11$279
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/298:56 am
RDU
-
SJO
2 stops12h 11m
American Airlines
Mon 5/42:22 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop18h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/187:25 am
RDU
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LIR
1 stop6h 35m
Delta
Thu 5/211:25 pm
LIR
-
RDU
1 stop17h 24m
Delta
Deal found 2/10$288

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Raleigh to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated February 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$101
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$345
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Raleigh-Durham to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($11 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 February 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/23

3:12 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/28

4:09 am-1:23 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$263

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/22

6:30 am-7:37 pm

1 stop15h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/29

11:13 am-10:27 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$272

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/15

4:18 pm-7:11 am

1 stop16h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 4/19

4:09 am-2:29 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$274

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/1

4:19 pm-7:12 am

1 stop16h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/4

4:10 am-2:29 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$281

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/4

6:20 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Liberia

Thu 5/7

1:25 pm-8:49 am

1 stop17h 24m

$288

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/2

5:03 am-12:23 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Liberia

Fri 3/6

3:29 pm-10:47 am

1 stop18h 18m

$288

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/12

7:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 40m

Liberia

Thu 5/14

1:00 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$288

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/4

6:20 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Liberia

Wed 5/6

1:25 pm-8:49 am

1 stop17h 24m

$288

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/5

7:25 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Liberia

Thu 5/7

1:25 pm-8:49 am

1 stop17h 24m

$288

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/10

7:25 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Liberia

Wed 5/13

1:25 pm-8:49 am

1 stop17h 24m

$288

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Costa Rica (average of $127). Flying from Raleigh to Costa Rica in August is currently the most expensive (average of $275). 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.

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 February 13, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from Raleigh to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Costa Rica?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU), located 11.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Raleigh to Costa Rica.

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

    For as low as $288, Copa Airlines can have you in Costa Rica from Raleigh in 7h 40m. The distance from Raleigh to Costa Rica is about 1796 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Copa Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $95. JetBlue flights start at $105 while deals on United Airlines start at $108 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Costa Rica (average of $127). Flying from Raleigh to Costa Rica in August is currently the most expensive (average of $275). 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 Raleigh to Costa Rica

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 February 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$92Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$133Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$138Average$704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$186Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$227Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
JetBlueCheapest$249Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$274Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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