Costa Rica

$203+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) 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 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — SJO
Apr 29 — May 61
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Cheap flight deals from Wilmington to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Wilmington to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilmington to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 30, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/104:30 pm
ILM
-
SJO
2 stops21h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1412:38 pm
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop29h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$430
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/318:20 pm
ILM
-
SJO
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/89:35 am
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop27h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$433
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/248:20 pm
ILM
-
SJO
2 stops17h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/2812:38 pm
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop29h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$439
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/318:20 pm
ILM
-
SJO
2 stops17h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/1112:38 pm
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop29h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$441
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/248:20 pm
ILM
-
SJO
2 stops17h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/3112:38 pm
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop29h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$443
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/318:20 pm
ILM
-
SJO
2 stops17h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/712:38 pm
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop29h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$452
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/318:20 pm
ILM
-
SJO
2 stops17h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/49:35 am
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$456
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/294:05 pm
ILM
-
SJO
2 stops32h 34m
United Airlines
Sat 6/612:44 pm
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop9h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/25$462
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Thu 5/284:05 pm
ILM
-
SJO
2 stops20h 06m
United Airlines
Mon 6/112:30 am
SJO
-
ILM
2 stops36h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/24$463
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Mon 6/14:05 pm
ILM
-
SJO
2 stops20h 06m
United Airlines
Fri 6/512:44 pm
SJO
-
ILM
1 stop9h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/24$464
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/294:05 pm
ILM
-
LIR
2 stops19h 45m
United Airlines
Tue 6/23:27 pm
LIR
-
ILM
2 stops21h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/25$541
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 6/15:09 am
ILM
-
LIR
1 stop8h 26m
American Airlines
Fri 6/52:45 pm
LIR
-
ILM
1 stop7h 39m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/25$646

Find flight deals from Wilmington to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Wilmington to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated March 30, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$430
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$203
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$744
Provider with most accurate pricing for Wilmington New Hanover County-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Wilmington New Hanover County-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flights.
From Wilmington New Hanover County to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Wilmington New Hanover County to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($151 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilmington 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 March 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/29

4:05 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops32h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/6

12:44 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$462

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 6/2

4:05 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops29h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/6

12:44 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$482

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Thu 6/4

4:05 pm-10:11 am

2 stops20h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/8

12:30 am-3:24 pm

2 stops36h 54m

$511

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/29

4:05 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops32h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/6

12:30 am-3:24 pm

2 stops36h 54m

$513

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 5/30

4:05 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops32h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 6/3

1:25 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops23h 59m

$515

WilmingtonLiberia

ILM - LIR

ILMLIR

Wilmington New Hanover County

Tue 6/2

4:05 pm-9:50 am

2 stops19h 45m

Liberia

Tue 6/9

3:27 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops21h 57m

$541

WilmingtonLiberia

ILM - LIR

ILMLIR

Wilmington New Hanover County

Fri 5/29

4:05 pm-11:53 am

1 stop21h 48m

Liberia

Wed 6/3

1:20 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops24h 04m

$550

WilmingtonLiberia

ILM - LIR

ILMLIR

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/24

4:03 pm-9:50 am

2 stops43h 47m

Liberia

Thu 5/28

3:27 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops21h 57m

$559

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 6/27

4:05 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops32h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/30

12:30 am-3:24 pm

2 stops36h 54m

$570

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Mon 6/8

4:05 pm-10:11 am

2 stops44h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 6/11

1:25 pm-3:24 pm

2 stops23h 59m

$573

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 3/27

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Costa Rica (average of $267). Flying from Wilmington to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $557). 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.

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 March 30, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Wilmington to Costa Rica, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MIA - SFO

Horrible. When they power flights for other airlines there is nothing they can do to change or accommodate any changes

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.1

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

MIA - SFO

Horrible. When they power flights for other airlines there is nothing they can do to change or accommodate any changes

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 4.3 mi from the city center, Wilmington New Hanover County (ILM) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Costa Rica from Wilmington.

  • How long is the flight from Wilmington to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $462, United Airlines can have you in Costa Rica from Wilmington in 32h 34m. The distance between Wilmington and Costa Rica is about 1723 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Costa Rica (average of $267). Flying from Wilmington to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $557). 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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American AirlinesCheapest$473Average$619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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