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Cheap flights from Chicago to Costa Rica from $83

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Spirit Airlines Logo
8:47 pm - 11:12 amORD-SJO
15h 25m2 stops
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12:18 pm - 7:42 pmSJO-ORD
30h 24m2 stops
$302Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Aug 21 - Sat, Aug 23
Frontier Logo
5:01 am - 12:31 pmORD-SJO
8h 30m1 stop
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1:47 pm - 11:29 pmSJO-ORD
8h 42m1 stop
$308Frontier
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Sat, Aug 2 - Sat, Aug 9
Southwest Logo
5:45 am - 11:35 amMDW-SJO
6h 50m1 stop
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1:40 pm - 11:20 pmSJO-MDW
8h 40m1 stop
$322Southwest
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Sun, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 27
American Airlines Logo
8:34 pm - 1:20 pmORD-SJO
17h 46m1 stop
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6:44 am - 7:45 pmSJO-ORD
12h 01m2 stops
$326American Airlines
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Fri, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 28
Copa Airlines Logo
6:56 am - 7:01 pmORD-SJO
12h 05m1 stop
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4:08 am - 12:46 pmSJO-ORD
8h 38m1 stop
$337Copa Airlines
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Thu, Nov 6 - Sun, Nov 9
Copa Airlines Logo
6:56 am - 7:01 pmORD-SJO
12h 05m1 stop
Copa Airlines Logo
8:47 am - 12:05 amSJO-ORD
15h 18m1 stop
$352Copa Airlines
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Tue, Nov 11 - Fri, Nov 14
Southwest Logo
8:30 am - 7:05 pmMDW-SJO
11h 35m1 stop
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8:50 am - 9:55 pmSJO-MDW
12h 05m2 stops
$379Southwest
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Sun, Aug 24 - Wed, Aug 27
American Airlines Logo
8:41 pm - 11:25 amORD-LIR
15h 44m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 7:24 amLIR-ORD
16h 24m1 stop
$437American Airlines
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Tue, Aug 12 - Fri, Aug 22
United Airlines Logo
7:52 am - 11:53 amORD-LIR
5h 01mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
1:03 pm - 7:28 pmLIR-ORD
5h 25mnonstop
$438United Airlines
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Sun, Aug 10 - Sat, Aug 16
United Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 10:00 amORD-LIR
15h 25m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:03 pm - 7:28 pmLIR-ORD
5h 25mnonstop
$443United Airlines
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Mon, Jul 28 - Sat, Aug 2

Southwest flights from Chicago to Costa Rica

Our best Southwest deals on Chicago to Costa Rica flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 24
MDW5:45 amChicago Midway
6h 50m
1 stop
SJO11:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 27
SJO1:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 40m
1 stop
MDW11:20 pmChicago Midway
Southwest
Aug 24
MDW8:30 amChicago Midway
11h 35m
1 stop
SJO7:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 27
SJO8:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 05m
2 stops
MDW9:55 pmChicago Midway
Southwest
Sep 14
MDW5:45 amChicago Midway
6h 50m
1 stop
SJO11:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 17
SJO1:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 40m
1 stop
MDW11:20 pmChicago Midway

American Airlines flights from Chicago to Costa Rica

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American Airlines
Jul 9
ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 05m
1 stop
SJO10:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jul 11
SJO11:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 00m
1 stop
ORD10:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
Oct 17
ORD8:34 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
17h 46m
1 stop
SJO1:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 28
SJO6:44 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 01m
2 stops
ORD7:45 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
Jul 5
ORD11:53 amChicago O'Hare Intl
11h 12m
1 stop
SJO10:05 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jul 11
SJO11:59 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 25m
1 stop
ORD7:24 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Chicago is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around $449, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in July, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Chicago to Costa Rica during October average around $552.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from Chicago. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $581. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $823. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Costa Rica.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Chicago to Costa Rica when you can find flight prices for as low as $436. Flying to Costa Rica in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Costa Rica are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $771. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Chicago to Costa Rica flight route?

Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to San José Juan Santamaria Intl for the best Chicago - Costa Rica flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Costa Rica?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from Chicago when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $599 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from Chicago for as low as $468 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Costa Rica flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Costa Rica flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Costa Rica flights?

You could potentially save up to 39% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago to Costa Rica flight.

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Best Price Found

$83

Fastest flight time

5h 01m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Costa Rica

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Costa Rica from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $83. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $302.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Costa Rica takes 5h 01m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Costa Rica every day.
There are 2 airports near Costa Rica: Liberia (LIR), San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Costa Rica?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Costa Rica are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Costa Rica?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Costa Rica.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Costa Rica trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Chicago to Costa Rica?


Best airlines flying from Chicago to Costa Rica

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $274Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,094 reviews
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AviancaPriceFrom $317Free CancellationRating
6.7
2,363 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $345Free CancellationRating
7.3
2,916 reviews
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Copa AirlinesPriceFrom $367Free CancellationRating
7.5
1,467 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $438Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,983 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $444Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $477Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,270 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $480Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,861 reviews
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Chicago to Costa Rica?

Finding the right flight to Costa Rica from Chicago is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Costa Rica quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from Chicago to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Chicago to Costa Rica flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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Once all potential Chicago to Costa Rica flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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If you are simply researching potential flights to Costa Rica, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Costa Rica from Chicago and alert you when they change.


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