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$156+ 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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — RDU
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Raleigh

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FlightHub
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Round-trip from

$257
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$156
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$354
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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 March 31, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1612:55 amSJO - RDU
1 stop7h 39mSpirit Airlines
Fri 4/255:36 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop8h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/30$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 9/91:18 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Thu 9/255:25 amRDU - SJO
1 stop8h 28mDelta
Deal found 3/30$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 10/207:55 amSJO - RDU
1 stop29h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/256:30 amRDU - SJO
1 stop29h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 5/232:10 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop16h 15mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/256:00 amRDU - SJO
1 stop16h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$266
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Wed 4/1612:55 amSJO - RDU
1 stop7h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/214:18 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop17h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/243:25 pmLIR - RDU
1 stop22h 35mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/248:18 amRDU - LIR
1 stop29h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$408
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 4/2612:12 pmSJO - RDU
1 stop7h 59mJetBlue
Sat 5/37:45 amRDU - SJO
1 stop6h 10mJetBlue
Deal found 3/30$410
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 11/164:13 amSJO - RDU
1 stop8h 12mCopa Airlines
Fri 11/283:08 pmRDU - SJO
1 stop17h 53mCopa Airlines
Deal found 3/30$412
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 6/273:40 pmLIR - RDU
1 stop17h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/56:00 amRDU - LIR
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/30$440
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 6/241:25 pmLIR - RDU
1 stop9h 02mDelta
Sat 7/55:20 amRDU - LIR
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/30$504
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Thu 4/38:45 amSJO - RDU
2 stops12h 45mSouthwest
Sat 4/55:45 amRDU - SJO
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 3/30$606
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/251:12 amSJO - RDU
2 stops26h 48mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/37:20 amRDU - SJO
2 stops42h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/30$724

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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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Raleigh that are best for you.

Fly from

Costa Rica

Fly to

Raleigh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/16

12:55 am-10:34 am

1 stop7h 39m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/25

5:36 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$257

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/9

1:18 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/25

5:25 am-11:53 am

1 stop8h 28m

$259

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/23

2:10 pm-8:25 am

1 stop16h 15m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 6/25

6:00 am-8:09 pm

1 stop16h 09m

$266

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/17

1:30 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop30h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/25

5:02 pm-10:11 am

1 stop19h 09m

$286

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/16

12:55 am-10:34 am

1 stop7h 39m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 4/21

4:18 pm-7:36 am

1 stop17h 18m

$330

LiberiaRaleigh

LIR - RDU

LIRRDU

Liberia

Thu 4/24

3:25 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/24

8:18 am-11:53 am

1 stop29h 35m

$408

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/26

12:12 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/3

7:45 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 10m

$410

LiberiaRaleigh

LIR - RDU

LIRRDU

Liberia

Fri 6/27

3:40 pm-11:00 am

1 stop17h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 7/5

6:00 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

$440

San JoséRaleigh

SJO - RDU

SJORDU

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 6/30

5:52 am-2:29 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 7/9

4:21 pm-7:35 am

1 stop17h 14m

$464

LiberiaRaleigh

LIR - RDU

LIRRDU

Liberia

Tue 6/24

1:25 pm-12:27 am

1 stop9h 02m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 7/5

5:20 am-11:40 am

1 stop8h 20m

$504

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Best time to book a flight from Costa Rica to Raleigh

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Raleigh from Costa Rica with our price prediction graph.
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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Costa Rica to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Costa Rica to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 31, 2025.

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

Rainfall in Raleigh by month

Plan your trip to Raleigh by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Raleigh ranges from 2.9 - 4.7 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Raleigh when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Raleigh by month

Plan your trip to Raleigh by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Raleigh, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 March 31, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Costa Rica to Raleigh, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,400 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,614 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

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.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $156. Users have also found prices from $161 and $203 on Copa Airlines and Spirit Airlines, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Costa Rica to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$219Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$243Average$305FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$275Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$327Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$341Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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