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$192+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Costa Rica

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RIC — SJO
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Richmond to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$335
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$192
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$614
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($43 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Thu 8/78:15 pmRIC - SJO
1 stop16h 14mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/1312:18 pmSJO - RIC
1 stop28h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$335
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/67:53 pmRIC - SJO
1 stop8h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/135:00 pmSJO - RIC
1 stop15h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/29$354
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/57:05 amRIC - SJO
1 stop6h 51mJetBlue
Sat 11/152:01 pmSJO - RIC
1 stop7h 49mJetBlue
Deal found 6/30$359
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/56:20 amRIC - SJO
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/87:27 amSJO - RIC
1 stop13h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$410
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/296:35 amRIC - SJO
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Tue 8/58:50 amSJO - RIC
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/29$445
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/296:15 amRIC - SJO
1 stop23h 20mAvianca
Tue 8/55:10 pmSJO - RIC
1 stop18h 44mAvianca
Deal found 6/29$454
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/136:35 amRIC - LIR
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/201:20 pmLIR - RIC
2 stops18h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$529
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 12/1111:00 amRIC - LIR
2 stops27h 46mJetBlue
Sun 12/142:55 pmLIR - RIC
2 stops30h 57mJetBlue
Deal found 7/1$573
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/16:20 amRIC - LIR
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/1012:45 pmLIR - RIC
1 stop9h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$595
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/115:40 amRIC - LIR
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Tue 10/141:25 pmLIR - RIC
1 stop8h 34mDelta
Deal found 6/30$700

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond 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 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Richmond

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 8/7

8:15 pm-10:29 am

1 stop16h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/13

12:18 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop28h 27m

$335

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/16

7:59 pm-7:40 am

2 stops13h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/23

4:20 pm-9:36 am

2 stops15h 16m

$354

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/13

7:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/20

1:00 pm-11:16 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$364

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 9/5

6:20 am-11:12 am

1 stop6h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/8

7:27 am-11:18 pm

1 stop13h 51m

$410

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/29

6:35 am-12:45 pm

2 stops8h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/5

8:50 am-9:50 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$445

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/29

6:15 am-3:35 am

1 stop23h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/5

5:10 pm-1:54 pm

1 stop18h 44m

$454

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/8

6:25 am-11:55 am

1 stop31h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/18

11:13 am-1:55 pm

2 stops24h 42m

$518

RichmondLiberia

RIC - LIR

RICLIR

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/13

6:35 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Liberia

Wed 8/20

1:20 pm-9:36 am

2 stops18h 16m

$529

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 7/17

6:15 am-8:20 am

2 stops28h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/22

10:05 am-9:36 am

2 stops21h 31m

$551

RichmondLiberia

RIC - LIR

RICLIR

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 8/20

6:27 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 18m

Liberia

Mon 8/25

2:26 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$615

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Costa Rica

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Richmond 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 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Copa Airlines from Richmond to Costa Rica have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,974 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,465 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,919 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond 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 Richmond to Costa Rica?

    For a flight from Richmond to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Byrd Intl. Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is just 6.9 mi from the center of the city.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Richmond 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 6 airlines flying from Richmond to Costa Rica

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$259Average$357FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$322Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$333Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$348Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$424Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$480Average$732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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