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$113+ Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) 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 6/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SJO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Costa Rica

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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$113
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$477
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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 May 1, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/64:58 pmRIC - SJO
1 stop19h 29mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/912:28 pmSJO - RIC
1 stop30h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$269
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/207:00 amRIC - SJO
1 stop6h 55mJetBlue
Sun 5/251:00 pmSJO - RIC
1 stop8h 06mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$366
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/87:00 amRIC - SJO
1 stop13h 15mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/182:35 pmSJO - RIC
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$390
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/54:58 pmRIC - SJO
3 stops19h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/812:28 pmSJO - RIC
3 stops26h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$441
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Fri 8/15:26 pmRIC - SJO
2 stops18h 45mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/65:30 amSJO - RIC
1 stop14h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$484
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 7/165:30 amRIC - LIR
1 stop8h 30mDelta
Tue 7/221:25 pmLIR - RIC
1 stop9h 03mDelta
Deal found 4/30$497
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/165:00 amRIC - LIR
2 stops10h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/222:00 pmLIR - RIC
2 stops18h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$501
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 7/175:30 amRIC - SJO
1 stop8h 26mDelta
Tue 7/221:21 pmSJO - RIC
1 stop9h 07mDelta
Deal found 4/29$533
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1710:35 amRIC - SJO
2 stops23h 45mCopa Airlines
Tue 7/2210:57 amSJO - RIC
2 stops20h 39mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/29$584
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/196:35 amRIC - LIR
1 stop9h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/2311:05 amLIR - RIC
1 stop9h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$607
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/226:00 amRIC - LIR
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/289:00 amLIR - RIC
3 stops30h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$617
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 9/277:59 pmRIC - SJO
2 stops13h 41mAvianca
Fri 10/31:55 amSJO - RIC
2 stops17h 36mAvianca
Deal found 4/29$733

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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 May 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

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Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 6/6

4:58 pm-10:27 am

1 stop19h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/9

12:28 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop30h 18m

$269

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 5/20

7:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/25

1:00 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$366

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/3

6:50 pm-3:13 pm

2 stops22h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

7:30 am-10:34 am

1 stop25h 04m

$377

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/8

7:00 am-6:15 pm

1 stop13h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/18

2:35 pm-12:04 am

1 stop7h 29m

$390

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/1

5:26 pm-10:11 am

2 stops18h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/6

5:30 am-10:29 pm

1 stop14h 59m

$484

RichmondLiberia

RIC - LIR

RICLIR

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/16

5:30 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Liberia

Tue 7/22

1:25 pm-12:28 am

1 stop9h 03m

$497

RichmondLiberia

RIC - LIR

RICLIR

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/16

5:00 am-1:18 pm

2 stops10h 18m

Liberia

Tue 7/22

2:00 pm-10:30 am

2 stops18h 30m

$501

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 7/17

5:30 am-11:56 am

1 stop8h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/22

1:21 pm-12:28 am

1 stop9h 07m

$533

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 7/17

10:35 am-8:20 am

2 stops23h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/22

10:57 am-9:36 am

2 stops20h 39m

$584

RichmondLiberia

RIC - LIR

RICLIR

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/19

6:35 am-2:23 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Liberia

Wed 7/23

11:05 am-10:29 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$607

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 May 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.

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 May 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines and United Airlines from Richmond to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,415 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $113 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $207 and United Airlines from $246 one-way.

  • 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$255Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$327Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$333Average$702FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$345Average$624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$412Average$570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$480Average$780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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