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$71+ Cheap flights from Pennsylvania 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 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — SJO
Apr 8 — Apr 151
Tue 4/8
Tue 4/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Pennsylvania to Costa Rica

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$272
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$71
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$602

Good round-trip deal

$995 or less
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Cheapest flights from Pennsylvania to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pennsylvania to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sun 5/45:45 amIAD - SJO
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/511:15 amSJO - IAD
1 stop23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$272
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 5/810:15 pmDCA - SJO
1 stop16h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/132:15 pmSJO - DCA
1 stop16h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$273
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sat 7/194:25 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop17h 55mCopa Airlines
Sun 8/1010:05 amSJO - IAD
1 stop13h 15mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/2$273
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Thu 5/12:00 pmIAD - SJO
1 stop22h 14mVolaris El Salvador
Mon 5/511:15 amSJO - IAD
1 stop23h 05mVolaris El Salvador
Deal found 4/1$275
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/21:05 amIAD - SJO
Nonstop4h 30mAvianca
Tue 6/105:10 pmSJO - IAD
Nonstop4h 35mAvianca
Deal found 4/1$277
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/167:12 pmPHL - SJO
1 stop17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/2011:32 amSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/1$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/256:00 amPHL - SJO
1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/3011:35 amSJO - PHL
1 stop8h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/1$279
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sun 8/316:00 amDCA - SJO
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Wed 9/171:18 pmSJO - DCA
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 4/2$286
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Wed 4/308:43 amLGA - SJO
2 stops17h 07mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/212:23 pmSJO - LGA
1 stop19h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Thu 5/13:35 amJFK - SJO
1 stop9h 40mAvianca
Sun 5/117:45 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop7h 50mAvianca
Deal found 4/2$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 9/36:00 amIAD - SJO
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Mon 9/151:18 pmSJO - IAD
1 stop8h 49mDelta
Deal found 4/2$286
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/206:30 amJFK - SJO
1 stop7h 25mJetBlue
Wed 5/281:00 pmSJO - JFK
1 stop8h 31mJetBlue
Deal found 4/1$287

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Pennsylvania 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 April 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pennsylvania to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Pennsylvania

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/4

5:45 am-11:15 am

1 stop7h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/5

11:15 am-12:20 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$272

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/8

10:15 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop16h 54m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/13

2:15 pm-9:05 am

1 stop16h 50m

$273

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 4/5

2:00 pm-10:14 am

1 stop22h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

11:15 am-12:20 pm

1 stop23h 05m

$273

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/23

9:28 am-7:00 pm

1 stop11h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/30

3:07 pm-4:20 am

1 stop11h 13m

$276

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/2

1:05 am-3:35 am

Nonstop4h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/10

5:10 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$277

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Fri 5/16

7:12 pm-10:27 am

1 stop17h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/20

11:32 am-10:11 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$278

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/9

5:02 am-1:09 pm

1 stop10h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/12

2:10 pm-4:56 pm

1 stop24h 46m

$278

PhiladelphiaSan José

PHL - SJO

PHLSJO

Philadelphia

Fri 4/25

6:00 am-10:24 am

1 stop6h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/30

11:35 am-10:02 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$279

New YorkSan José

LGA - SJO

LGASJO

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/30

8:43 am-11:50 pm

2 stops17h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/2

12:23 pm-9:55 am

1 stop19h 32m

$286

New YorkSan José

JFK - SJO

JFKSJO

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/1

3:35 am-11:15 am

1 stop9h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/11

7:45 pm-5:35 am

1 stop7h 50m

$286

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Best time to book a flight from Pennsylvania to Costa Rica

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Pennsylvania 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 April 3, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Pennsylvania 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 April 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from Pennsylvania to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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
7,897 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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
9,825 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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
4,274 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

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

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $71. Users have also found prices from $113 and $115 on Volaris El Salvador and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Pennsylvania 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 April 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$168Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$256Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$360Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$408Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$481Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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