Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Chicago from $122

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1:31 pm - 12:09 amSJO-ORD
10h 38m1 stop
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5:00 am - 12:25 pmORD-SJO
7h 25m1 stop
$220Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 9
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1:30 pm - 12:27 amSJO-ORD
10h 57m1 stop
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5:10 am - 12:25 pmORD-SJO
7h 15m1 stop
$224Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 18
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1:16 am - 9:23 amSJO-ORD
8h 07m1 stop
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5:05 am - 12:14 pmORD-SJO
7h 09m1 stop
$226Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 28
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5:00 am - 2:50 pmSJO-ORD
9h 50m1 stop
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4:10 pm - 11:40 pmORD-SJO
7h 30m1 stop
$264Avianca
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Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
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4:15 pm - 1:15 pmSJO-ORD
21h 00m1 stop
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4:10 pm - 8:40 amORD-SJO
16h 30m1 stop
$275Avianca
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Tue, Jan 20 - Sat, Jan 24
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1:45 pm - 10:25 pmSJO-MDW
8h 40m1 stop
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10:30 am - 7:30 pmMDW-SJO
9h 00m1 stop
$342Southwest
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Fri, Feb 6 - Mon, Feb 9
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9:00 am - 8:25 pmSJO-MDW
11h 25m1 stop
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5:05 am - 1:15 pmMDW-SJO
8h 10m1 stop
$366Southwest
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Sat, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 11
United Airlines Logo
12:50 pm - 6:55 pmLIR-ORD
30h 05m1 stop
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9:25 am - 2:40 pmORD-LIR
5h 15mnonstop
$561United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 11 - Thu, Dec 18
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1:01 pm - 7:20 pmLIR-ORD
5h 19mnonstop
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6:15 pm - 2:52 pmORD-LIR
21h 37m1 stop
$569United Airlines
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Wed, Mar 25 - Fri, Apr 17
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1:25 pm - 11:46 pmLIR-ORD
10h 21m2 stops
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8:35 pm - 10:44 amORD-LIR
14h 09m1 stop
$744American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 11 - Thu, Dec 18

Avianca flights from Costa Rica to Chicago

Our best Avianca deals on Costa Rica to Chicago flight tickets
Avianca
Jan 20
SJO5:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 50m
1 stop
ORD2:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 27
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 30m
1 stop
SJO11:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Avianca
Jan 20
SJO4:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
21h 00m
1 stop
ORD1:15 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 24
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 30m
1 stop
SJO8:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Avianca
Dec 9
SJO5:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 50m
1 stop
ORD2:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Jan 8
ORD4:10 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
19h 15m
1 stop
SJO11:25 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Spirit Airlines flights from Costa Rica to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Costa Rica to Chicago flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Nov 7
SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 57m
1 stop
ORD12:27 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 16
ORD5:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 15m
1 stop
SJO12:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Spirit Airlines
Dec 6
SJO1:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 38m
1 stop
ORD12:09 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Dec 9
ORD5:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 25m
1 stop
SJO12:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Spirit Airlines
Nov 15
SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 57m
1 stop
ORD12:27 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Nov 18
ORD5:10 amChicago O'Hare Intl
7h 15m
1 stop
SJO12:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

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San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/6

1:31 pm-12:09 am

1 stop10h 38m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/9

5:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$220

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/15

1:30 pm-12:27 am

1 stop10h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/18

5:10 am-12:25 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$224

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/13

1:16 am-9:23 am

1 stop8h 07m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

5:05 am-12:14 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$226

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/20

5:00 am-2:50 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/27

4:10 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$264

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/20

4:15 pm-1:15 pm

1 stop21h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/24

4:10 pm-8:40 am

1 stop16h 30m

$275

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

1:45 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/9

10:30 am-7:30 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$342

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/8

9:00 am-8:25 pm

1 stop11h 25m

Chicago Midway

Tue 11/11

5:05 am-1:15 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$366

LiberiaChicago

LIR - ORD

LIRORD

Liberia

Thu 12/11

12:50 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop30h 05m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/18

9:25 am-2:40 pm

Nonstop5h 15m

$561

LiberiaChicago

LIR - ORD

LIRORD

Liberia

Wed 3/25

1:01 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop5h 19m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 4/17

6:15 pm-2:52 pm

1 stop21h 37m

$569

LiberiaChicago

LIR - ORD

LIRORD

Liberia

Thu 12/11

1:25 pm-11:46 pm

2 stops10h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/18

8:35 pm-10:44 am

1 stop14h 09m

$744

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of November is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Costa Rica, with most prices found around $410. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in November, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Costa Rica to Chicago during January average around $428.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $448. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Costa Rica to Chicago for around $597.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the afternoon. Flights from Costa Rica to Chicago during this time can be as low as $335. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is at noon when prices are around $541.

What is the cheapest Costa Rica to Chicago flight route?

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Costa Rica when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $463 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Costa Rica for as low as $387 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Costa Rica to Chicago 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 Costa Rica to Chicago flights?

You could potentially save up to 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a Costa Rica to Chicago flight.

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Best Price Found

$163

Fastest flight time

5h 19m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Chicago

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Costa Rica in the past 72 hours is $163. The best round-trip flight deal from Costa Rica to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $325.
The fastest flight from Costa Rica to Chicago takes 5h 19m
Direct flights go from Costa Rica to Chicago every day.
There is 1 airport near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Costa Rica to Chicago?

    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 Costa Rica to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The required travel and health documents for your Chicago trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Costa Rica to Chicago

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $237Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,113 reviews
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6.6
2,468 reviews
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7.6
1,561 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $324Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,032 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $425Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,241 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $434Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,001 reviews
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