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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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SJO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$286
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$563
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 June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Sat 9/206:00 amRDU - SJO
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/2512:12 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$286
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/114:22 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop17h 13mCopa Airlines
Mon 8/185:52 amSJO - RDU
1 stop6h 36mCopa Airlines
Deal found 6/11$294
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/227:25 amRDU - SJO
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Wed 10/11:18 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 6/12$301
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/85:00 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop7h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/125:30 amSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$302
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/238:00 amRDU - SJO
1 stop5h 55mJetBlue
Tue 9/301:00 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop7h 10mJetBlue
Deal found 6/12$304
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Mon 7/219:10 amRDU - SJO
1 stop28h 01mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/3012:16 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop17h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$342
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/247:50 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/14:20 pmSJO - RDU
2 stops19h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$354
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:00 amRDU - LIR
1 stop11h 16mJetBlue
Sat 11/812:42 pmLIR - RDU
1 stop9h 25mJetBlue
Deal found 6/10$379
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/299:40 amRDU - SJO
2 stops12h 00mSouthwest
Thu 7/318:45 amSJO - RDU
1 stop11h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$402
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/106:50 amRDU - LIR
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/173:25 pmLIR - RDU
2 stops20h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$428
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/236:00 amRDU - LIR
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/3012:45 pmLIR - RDU
1 stop9h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$433
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/87:30 amRDU - LIR
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Fri 8/151:25 pmLIR - RDU
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Deal found 6/11$509

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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 June 12, 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

Fly to

Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/8

12:54 pm-7:42 pm

1 stop8h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/22

6:00 am-11:49 pm

1 stop15h 49m

$286

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/11

4:22 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/18

5:52 am-2:28 pm

1 stop6h 36m

$294

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/8

5:00 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop7h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/12

5:30 am-3:50 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$302

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/21

9:10 am-11:11 am

1 stop28h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/30

12:16 pm-8:15 am

1 stop17h 59m

$342

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/29

6:45 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/5

12:58 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$353

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 6/24

7:50 pm-3:35 am

1 stop9h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/1

4:20 pm-2:13 pm

2 stops19h 53m

$354

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/29

9:40 am-7:40 pm

2 stops12h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 7/31

8:45 am-10:15 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$402

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 8/10

6:50 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Liberia

Sun 8/17

3:25 pm-2:13 pm

2 stops20h 48m

$428

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 7/23

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

Liberia

Wed 7/30

12:45 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop9h 01m

$433

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/8

7:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Liberia

Fri 8/15

1:25 pm-12:15 am

1 stop8h 50m

$509

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Costa Rica

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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 June 12, 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.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Raleigh to Costa Rica, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. 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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,451 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Surinder,May 2025

SEA - YYZ

My wife wanted the aile seat and I always prefer window seat. Luckily we both got the best seats we wanted. The plane was very nice and we enjoyed the best take off and the smooth landing at Toronto. All the services by the staff inside the aeroplane were very nice well appreciated. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.

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 Copa Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $119. American Airlines flights start at $123 while deals on United Airlines start at $127 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$194Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$252Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
FrontierCheapest$254Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$275Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$333Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$339Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$352Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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