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$399+ Cheap flights from Wilmington (ILM) to Costa Rica

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ILM — SJO
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$399
(Mytrip)

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March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$856
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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 28, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/117:20 amILM - SJO
2 stops29h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1812:28 pmSJO - ILM
1 stop21h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/117:07 amILM - LIR
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/182:26 pmLIR - ILM
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$472
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 10/68:42 pmILM - SJO
2 stops18h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/142:25 pmSJO - ILM
2 stops15h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$519
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sun 5/117:18 pmILM - LIR
3 stops43h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/187:55 amLIR - ILM
2 stops31h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$746
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 4/43:46 pmILM - SJO
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Tue 4/81:20 pmSJO - ILM
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Deal found 3/27$855
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 10/156:25 pmILM - LIR
1 stop19h 22mDelta
Tue 10/211:12 pmLIR - ILM
1 stop18h 34mDelta
Deal found 3/27$1,359
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Thu 11/62:30 pmILM - LIR
2 stops17h 34mWestJet
Thu 11/138:05 amLIR - ILM
2 stops52h 33mWestJet
Deal found 3/27$1,600

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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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilmington to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/11

7:20 am-10:27 am

2 stops29h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/18

12:28 pm-11:40 am

1 stop21h 12m

$399

WilmingtonLiberia

ILM - LIR

ILMLIR

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/11

7:07 am-11:20 am

1 stop6h 13m

Liberia

Sun 5/18

2:26 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$472

WilmingtonSan José

ILM - SJO

ILMSJO

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sat 4/26

5:07 am-1:05 pm

1 stop9h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/3

2:20 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$528

WilmingtonLiberia

ILM - LIR

ILMLIR

Wilmington New Hanover County

Sun 5/11

7:18 pm-12:24 pm

3 stops43h 06m

Liberia

Sun 5/18

7:55 am-5:32 pm

2 stops31h 37m

$746

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Deals found on 3/27

Best time to book a flight from Wilmington to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Wilmington with our price prediction graph.
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilmington to Costa Rica?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Wilmington 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 March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Wilmington 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 March 28, 2025.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

sheila,Mar 2025

DFW - MSP

We were delayed for 3 hours with no real reason or offer for compensation
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

sheila,Mar 2025

DFW - MSP

We were delayed for 3 hours with no real reason or offer for compensation

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.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilmington to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Wilmington 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 2 airlines flying from Wilmington to Costa Rica

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wilmington 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$317Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$380Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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