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$94+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SJO
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Costa Rica

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) to Costa Rica (CR0). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

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Fri 11/2912:10 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop13h 51mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/61:24 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$371
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/68:20 amRDU - SJO
2 stops17h 33mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/121:24 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$378
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/243:20 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop7h 33mDelta
Fri 11/297:00 amSJO - RDU
1 stop11h 26mDelta
Deal found 11/20$380
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/2411:36 amRDU - SJO
1 stop12h 28mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/296:30 amSJO - RDU
1 stop14h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$421
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 11/203:14 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop17h 21mCopa Airlines
Tue 11/264:08 amSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 20mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/19$422
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/116:49 amRDU - LIR
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/153:30 pmLIR - RDU
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$611
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/66:10 amRDU - LIR
1 stop12h 47mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/108:50 amLIR - RDU
1 stop12h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$650
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Thu 11/2110:24 amRDU - LIR
2 stops21h 06mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/266:00 pmLIR - RDU
2 stops16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$866
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Tue 12/246:48 pmRDU - LIR
3 stops22h 48mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/316:18 pmLIR - RDU
2 stops35h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,389

Find flights from Raleigh to Costa Rica within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 1/8

5:15 am-12:24 pm

1 stop8h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/30

1:31 pm-1:21 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$366

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/2

4:08 pm-7:49 am

1 stop17h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/9

4:13 am-2:25 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$368

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 1/14

6:34 pm-11:18 am

1 stop17h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/16

1:57 am-2:49 pm

2 stops11h 52m

$371

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 2/5

11:42 am-7:50 pm

2 stops9h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/9

6:00 am-11:53 pm

1 stop16h 53m

$387

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/26

11:12 am-9:45 pm

1 stop11h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/28

11:59 pm-4:09 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$421

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/8

7:29 pm-11:08 am

1 stop16h 39m

Liberia

Thu 3/13

2:52 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$484

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/27

6:30 am-8:40 pm

2 stops15h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/30

9:55 am-9:50 pm

2 stops10h 55m

$511

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/4

1:30 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop9h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/7

2:13 pm-12:12 am

1 stop8h 59m

$514

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 1/20

6:20 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Liberia

Wed 1/29

4:01 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$533

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/19

5:23 pm-5:57 pm

2 stops25h 34m

Liberia

Fri 1/24

8:50 am-10:00 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$642

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Costa Rica

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Raleigh to Costa Rica including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Raleigh to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 RDU to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 November 20, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Raleigh 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 November 20, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Raleigh to Costa Rica, see what other customers have to say about Delta, American Airlines and Spirit Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,785 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,394 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

    Raleigh-Durham (RDU), located 11.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Raleigh to Costa Rica.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $94. Delta flights start at $172 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $245 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Raleigh to Costa Rica in July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 8 airlines flying from Raleigh to Costa Rica

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$209Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$215Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$268Average$409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$319Average$644FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$328Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$330Average$600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$341Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$357Average$748FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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