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$140+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to North Carolina

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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — RDU
Feb 19 — Feb 261
Thu 2/19
Thu 2/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to North Carolina

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to North Carolina
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to North Carolina. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2026.

This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Fri 1/305:50 am
SJO
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RDU
1 stop6h 25m
Copa Airlines
Fri 2/63:12 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 54m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/18$230
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 1/216:30 am
SJO
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RDU
1 stop28h 44m
United Airlines
Sun 1/2510:00 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop27h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$233
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/122:05 pm
SJO
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RDU
1 stop19h 08m
United Airlines
Sun 2/226:18 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop15h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$242
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 5/2312:30 am
SJO
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RDU
1 stop19h 36m
United Airlines
Thu 6/46:30 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop18h 09m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/17$244
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Fri 2/65:50 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop6h 24m
Copa Airlines
Mon 2/163:12 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop7h 40m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/19$246
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 1/222:05 pm
SJO
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GSO
1 stop25h 39m
United Airlines
Sat 1/245:25 pm
GSO
-
SJO
1 stop20h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18$249
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Fri 2/135:50 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop6h 24m
Copa Airlines
Mon 2/233:12 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 54m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/20$251
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 5/59:00 am
SJO
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RDU
1 stop10h 35m
Southwest
Tue 5/125:50 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 1/18$253
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 2/45:50 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop6h 24m
Copa Airlines
Wed 2/113:12 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 54m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/19$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/122:05 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop19h 08m
United Airlines
Mon 2/234:47 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop21h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$255
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Fri 10/164:08 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 20m
Copa Airlines
Fri 10/234:19 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 51m
Copa Airlines
Deal found 1/18$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 3/28:35 am
LIR
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RDU
1 stop30h 05m
United Airlines
Mon 3/96:30 am
RDU
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LIR
1 stop13h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/18$261

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to North Carolina

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to North Carolina flight deals. Data was last updated January 20, 2026.

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3 stars

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Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$230
(Copa Airlines)

One-way from

$140
(United Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$358

Good round-trip deal

$298 or less

Good one-way deal

$211 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to North Carolina 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 January 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to North Carolina that are best for you.

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North Carolina

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

5:50 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 2/6

3:12 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 54m

$230

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/2

12:30 am-11:15 am

1 stop8h 45m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/10

6:30 am-7:37 pm

1 stop15h 07m

$244

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/23

12:30 am-10:06 pm

1 stop19h 36m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/30

4:51 pm-10:11 am

1 stop19h 20m

$244

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

5:50 am-1:14 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/16

3:12 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$246

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

5:50 am-1:14 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/18

3:12 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 54m

$251

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

2:05 pm-10:13 am

1 stop19h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/22

6:29 am-12:56 pm

1 stop31h 27m

$254

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/3

4:09 am-1:14 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/11

3:12 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 54m

$254

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

2:05 pm-10:13 am

1 stop19h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/23

4:47 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop21h 28m

$255

LiberiaRaleigh

LIR - RDU

LIRRDU

Liberia

Mon 3/2

8:35 am-3:40 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

6:30 am-5:37 pm

1 stop13h 07m

$261

LiberiaRaleigh

LIR - RDU

LIRRDU

Liberia

Mon 3/2

3:29 pm-10:47 am

1 stop18h 18m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

6:29 pm-11:13 am

2 stops18h 44m

$275

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to North Carolina

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to North Carolina

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to North Carolina (average of $188). Flying from Costa Rica to North Carolina in June is currently the most expensive (average of $250). 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 CR to NC?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to North Carolina. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 20, 2026.

When flying from Costa Rica to North Carolina, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing North Carolina

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to North Carolina. 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 North Carolina. Reviews last updated January 20, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Costa Rica to North Carolina have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,559 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,559 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,559 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,183 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,559 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,166 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,559 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,892 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,559 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,353 reviews
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,559 reviews

Entertainment

6.8

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Food

6.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Juan,Dec 2025

EZE - PTY

The outbound flight from Boston was awful. The handicapped services were the worst i have ever seen. NEVER AGAIN. THIS WAS NOT WORTH ANYWHERE NEAR $4K.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to North Carolina. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to North Carolina?

    Copa Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from Costa Rica to North Carolina in just under 6h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 11h 53m. There are 1819 mi between Costa Rica and North Carolina. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $139. Copa Airlines flights start at $143 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $143 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to North Carolina 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 Costa Rica to North Carolina?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to North Carolina (average of $188). Flying from Costa Rica to North Carolina in June is currently the most expensive (average of $250). 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 Costa Rica to North Carolina

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to North Carolina. 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 January 20, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Copa AirlinesCheapest$210Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$231Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$240Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$247Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$256Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%

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