Raleigh

$146+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Raleigh (RDU)

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 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — RDU
Mar 15 — Mar 221
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Raleigh

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 13, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 2/1912:35 pm
SJO
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RDU
1 stop26h 05m
United Airlines
Tue 2/246:18 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop15h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$243
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 2/128:00 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop8h 17m
American Airlines
Sun 2/226:45 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop16h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Tue 3/171:05 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop22h 37m
United Airlines
Tue 3/2412:55 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop10h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 7/2712:30 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop9h 34m
United Airlines
Tue 8/116:30 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop7h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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
Sun 2/226:29 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop31h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$265
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 stop28h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/10$266
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Tue 11/101:09 pm
SJO
-
RDU
2 stops9h 20m
American Airlines
Wed 11/185:00 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop8h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/11$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 4/2911:35 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop9h 40m
American Airlines
Tue 5/57:55 pm
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop17h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/13$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Tue 5/512:35 pm
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop17h 31m
American Airlines
Tue 6/98:08 pm
RDU
-
SJO
2 stops19h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 2/258:45 am
SJO
-
RDU
1 stop29h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 3/16:29 am
RDU
-
SJO
1 stop31h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/13$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 2/262:01 pm
LIR
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RDU
1 stop22h 43m
United Airlines
Mon 3/24:47 pm
RDU
-
LIR
1 stop26h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/9$322
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Thu 2/262:00 pm
LIR
-
RDU
1 stop7h 20m
JetBlue
Mon 3/27:00 am
RDU
-
LIR
1 stop6h 40m
JetBlue
Deal found 2/10$358

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Raleigh

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Raleigh flight deals. Data was last updated February 13, 2026.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$255
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$146
(United Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$287
Provider with most accurate pricing for San José Juan Santamaria Intl-Raleigh-Durham flight deals.
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From Costa Rica to Raleigh-Durham
One-way flight from Costa Rica to Raleigh-Durham
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Raleigh 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 February 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Costa Rica

Fly to

Raleigh

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/17

1:05 pm-2:04 pm

2 stops22h 59m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/24

8:22 am-9:32 pm

2 stops15h 10m

$255

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 7/29

12:30 am-12:04 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/13

6:30 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$264

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/27

12:30 am-12:04 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 8/11

6:30 am-12:26 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$264

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/25

8:45 am-3:40 pm

1 stop29h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/1

6:29 am-12:56 pm

1 stop31h 27m

$284

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

1:05 pm-5:17 pm

1 stop26h 12m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/21

4:50 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop30h 42m

$284

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/19

5:30 am-11:41 am

1 stop28h 11m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/24

4:50 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop30h 42m

$296

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/6

4:10 am-2:29 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/17

4:19 pm-7:12 am

1 stop16h 53m

$314

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/2

3:14 pm-10:22 am

2 stops17h 08m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/13

7:43 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop19h 25m

$318

LiberiaRaleigh

LIR - RDU

LIRRDU

Liberia

Thu 2/26

2:01 pm-1:44 pm

1 stop22h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/2

4:47 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$322

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/28

4:09 am-1:23 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/4

3:14 pm-7:05 am

1 stop16h 51m

$325

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Raleigh

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Raleigh (average of $190). Flying from Costa Rica to Raleigh in May is currently the most expensive (average of $252). 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 Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated February 13, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Copa Airlines, and United Airlines from Costa Rica to Raleigh to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Raleigh. 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 into for flights to Raleigh from Costa Rica?

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Costa Rica to Raleigh. It is only a 11.1 mi journey from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Raleigh’s city center.

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

    For as low as $358, United Airlines can have you in Raleigh from Costa Rica in 7h 20m. The distance between Costa Rica and Raleigh is about 1796 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $139. Users have also found prices from $143 and $144 on Copa Airlines and JetBlue, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Raleigh (average of $190). Flying from Costa Rica to Raleigh in May is currently the most expensive (average of $252). 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 5 airlines flying from Costa Rica to Raleigh

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Costa Rica to Raleigh. 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 February 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$209Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$210Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$232Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$240Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$260Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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