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$119+ 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SJO
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$278
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$122
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$523
From Raleigh-Durham to Costa Rica
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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 July 30, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/2612:12 pmRDU - SJO
2 stops10h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/26:00 amSJO - RDU
1 stop15h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$278
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sun 8/244:22 pmRDU - SJO
3 stops26h 30mCopa Airlines
Wed 8/275:57 amSJO - RDU
1 stop6h 30mCopa Airlines
Deal found 7/28$279
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/217:56 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop17h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/2712:18 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop28h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 9/194:21 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop17h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/2412:19 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop24h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$311
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/198:30 amRDU - SJO
2 stops12h 25mSouthwest
Thu 8/288:50 amSJO - RDU
1 stop10h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$320
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/117:50 amRDU - SJO
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Thu 9/181:35 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop17h 16mDelta
Deal found 7/29$326
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Sat 8/236:45 amRDU - SJO
1 stop7h 10mJetBlue
Fri 8/291:00 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 7/28$332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 10/296:00 amRDU - LIR
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/81:21 pmLIR - RDU
1 stop9h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$406
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/296:25 amRDU - LIR
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Thu 10/21:25 pmLIR - RDU
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Deal found 7/27$473
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 11/15:25 pmRDU - LIR
1 stop22h 21mJetBlue
Sat 11/84:43 pmLIR - RDU
1 stop15h 59mJetBlue
Deal found 7/28$505
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Wed 10/226:00 amRDU - LIR
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/11:01 pmLIR - RDU
1 stop20h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$603

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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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Raleigh

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Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/26

12:12 pm-8:15 pm

2 stops10h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/2

6:00 am-11:53 pm

1 stop15h 53m

$278

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 8/24

4:22 pm-4:52 pm

3 stops26h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/27

5:57 am-2:27 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$279

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/21

7:56 pm-11:12 am

1 stop17h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/27

12:18 pm-6:51 pm

1 stop28h 33m

$286

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/19

4:21 pm-8:19 am

1 stop17h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/24

12:19 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop24h 16m

$311

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/19

8:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops12h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/28

8:50 am-9:25 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$320

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/11

7:50 am-12:08 pm

1 stop6h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/18

1:35 pm-8:51 am

1 stop17h 16m

$326

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/23

6:45 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/29

1:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$332

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 9/20

5:16 pm-11:49 am

2 stops20h 33m

Liberia

Sat 9/27

12:49 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$410

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/29

6:25 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Liberia

Thu 10/2

1:25 pm-12:13 am

1 stop8h 48m

$473

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 10/22

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Liberia

Sat 11/1

1:01 pm-11:14 am

1 stop20h 13m

$603

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 7/30

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Raleigh 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 RDU to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 July 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Raleigh 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 July 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Copa 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,493 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $122. American Airlines flights start at $124 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $129 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Raleigh 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 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$252Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$254Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$258Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$275Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$281Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$311Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$340Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
FrontierCheapest$430Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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