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$108+ Cheap flights from Virginia 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 5/14. 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
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Virginia to Costa Rica

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

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$108
(Copa Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$531
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Cheapest flights from Virginia to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Virginia to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/152:22 amIAD - SJO
1 stop9h 52mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 5/1911:15 amSJO - IAD
1 stop23h 05mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/30$249
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.
Thu 9/187:09 amIAD - SJO
1 stop12h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/2111:35 amSJO - IAD
2 stops21h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$250
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/122:35 amIAD - SJO
1 stop7h 05mAvianca
Tue 8/264:20 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop6h 55mAvianca
Deal found 5/1$255
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/84:34 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop17h 01mCopa Airlines
Tue 5/135:52 amSJO - IAD
1 stop16h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 5/1$259
This Trip.com 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/291:05 amIAD - SJO
Nonstop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/61:08 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop9h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$262
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.
Fri 5/910:20 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop16h 06mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/137:55 amSJO - IAD
1 stop14h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$263
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/128:30 amDCA - SJO
2 stops13h 39mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/2611:59 pmSJO - DCA
2 stops20h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$267
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
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Sun 6/14:20 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop7h 33mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/511:32 amSJO - RDU
1 stop19h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$281
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.
Sun 6/14:20 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop7h 33mCopa Airlines
Sun 6/85:52 amSJO - RDU
1 stop6h 37mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/29$282
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.
Mon 8/255:00 amDCA - LIR
1 stop9h 59mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/1712:55 pmLIR - DCA
2 stops16h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$285
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.
Mon 8/255:20 pmIAD - LIR
2 stops20h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/172:05 pmLIR - IAD
2 stops16h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$285

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia 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 Virginia to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Virginia

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/15

2:22 am-10:14 am

1 stop9h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/19

11:15 am-12:20 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$249

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/18

7:09 am-5:30 pm

1 stop12h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/21

11:35 am-10:45 am

2 stops21h 10m

$250

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/12

2:35 am-7:40 am

1 stop7h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/26

4:20 pm-1:15 am

1 stop6h 55m

$255

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/14

9:32 am-6:48 pm

1 stop11h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/20

3:07 pm-12:29 am

1 stop7h 22m

$259

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/29

1:05 am-3:35 am

Nonstop4h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/6

1:08 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 02m

$262

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 6/12

8:30 am-8:09 pm

2 stops13h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/26

11:59 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops20h 01m

$267

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

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/1

4:20 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop7h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/5

11:32 am-8:41 am

1 stop19h 09m

$281

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 6/1

4:20 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/7

6:05 pm-2:29 pm

1 stop18h 24m

$282

Washington, D.C.Liberia

DCA - LIR

DCALIR

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/25

5:00 am-12:59 pm

1 stop9h 59m

Liberia

Wed 9/17

12:55 pm-7:24 am

2 stops16h 29m

$285

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Best time to book a flight from Virginia to Costa Rica

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia 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 Virginia 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.
To help decide which airline to fly from Virginia to Costa Rica, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. 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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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.
LATAM Airlines
7.5
Good
1,767 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

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 Virginia 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 are the cheapest airlines to fly from Virginia to Costa Rica one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $108 on Copa Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $112 and Spirit Airlines from $113 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Virginia 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$247Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$320Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$327Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$333Average$682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$389Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$480Average$780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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