What airlines fly to Costa Rica?

American Airlines, JetBlue and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Costa Rica from Virginia according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Costa Rica on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Virginia to Costa Rica?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Virginia to Costa Rica

How many flights depart from Virginia to Costa Rica on average per week?

As of June 2026, 3 flights take off from Virginia and land in Costa Rica each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 33% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from Virginia to Costa Rica?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Virginia you fly out of and what airport in Costa Rica you fly into. For example, flying from Richmond to San José takes 6h 47m on average. On the other hand, flying from Norfolk to San José takes 6h 48m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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

Prices for flights from Virginia to Costa Rica refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Virginia to Costa Rica?

There are 9 operators available for flights from Virginia to Costa Rica as of June 2026.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Virginia to Costa Rica.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Costa Rica can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Costa Rica. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$122 Cheap Flights from Virginia to Costa Rica in 2026

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4:19 pm - 7:10 am

RDU

SJO

16h 51m

1 stop

2:48 pm - 2:28 pm

SJO

RDU

21h 40m

1 stop

$290Copa Airlines

Mon, Oct 12 - Thu, Oct 22

7:00 am - 11:57 am

RDU

LIR

6h 57m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 10:19 pm

LIR

RDU

7h 14m

1 stop

$292JetBlue

Fri, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 1

6:20 am - 11:04 am

RDU

LIR

6h 44m

1 stop

2:15 pm - 10:50 am

LIR

RDU

18h 35m

1 stop

$300American Airlines

Sat, Aug 29 - Thu, Sep 3

4:19 pm - 8:19 am

RDU

SJO

18h 00m

1 stop

5:55 pm - 2:28 pm

SJO

RDU

18h 33m

1 stop

$300Copa Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Tue, Oct 20

8:24 pm - 1:18 pm

RDU

LIR

18h 54m

2 stops

2:47 pm - 12:09 pm

LIR

RDU

19h 22m

2 stops

$305American Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22

5:20 am - 11:58 am

RDU

SJO

8h 38m

1 stop

1:23 pm - 12:23 am

SJO

RDU

9h 00m

1 stop

$312Delta

Mon, Oct 12 - Wed, Oct 28

6:00 am - 12:00 pm

DCA

LIR

8h 00m

1 stop

1:25 pm - 11:43 pm

LIR

DCA

8h 18m

1 stop

$332Delta

Tue, Sep 1 - Wed, Sep 16

6:30 am - 12:10 pm

IAD

LIR

7h 40m

1 stop

1:20 pm - 11:55 pm

LIR

IAD

8h 35m

1 stop

$336United Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15

8:00 pm - 11:44 am

DCA

LIR

16h 44m

1 stop

2:20 pm - 11:53 pm

LIR

DCA

8h 33m

1 stop

$340United Airlines

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 19

6:00 am - 12:55 pm

ORF

SJO

8h 55m

1 stop

8:55 am - 10:29 pm

SJO

ORF

11h 34m

1 stop

$390Multiple Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24

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Oct 12

RDU4:19 pmRaleigh-Durham

16h 51m

1 stop

SJO7:10 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 22

SJO2:48 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

RDU2:28 pmRaleigh-Durham

$290

Copa Airlines

Oct 16

RDU4:19 pmRaleigh-Durham

18h 00m

1 stop

SJO8:19 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 20

SJO5:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 33m

1 stop

RDU2:28 pmRaleigh-Durham

$300

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Oct 11

RDU4:19 pmRaleigh-Durham

20h 39m

1 stop

SJO10:58 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 19

SJO4:08 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 20m

1 stop

RDU2:28 pmRaleigh-Durham

$305

Delta flights from Virginia to Costa Rica

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Delta

Oct 12

RDU5:20 amRaleigh-Durham

8h 38m

1 stop

SJO11:58 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Oct 28

SJO1:23 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 00m

1 stop

RDU12:23 amRaleigh-Durham

$312

Delta

Sep 1

DCA6:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

8h 00m

1 stop

LIR12:00 pmLiberia

Sep 16

LIR1:25 pmLiberia

8h 18m

1 stop

DCA11:43 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$332

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RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/12

4:19 pm-7:10 am

1 stop16h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/22

2:48 pm-2:28 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$290

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RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/25

7:00 am-11:57 am

1 stop6h 57m

Liberia

Thu 10/1

1:05 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$292

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/29

6:20 am-11:04 am

1 stop6h 44m

Liberia

Thu 9/3

2:15 pm-10:50 am

1 stop18h 35m

$300

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 10/16

4:19 pm-8:19 am

1 stop18h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/20

5:55 pm-2:28 pm

1 stop18h 33m

$300

RaleighLiberia

RDU - LIR

RDULIR

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 9/17

8:24 pm-1:18 pm

2 stops18h 54m

Liberia

Tue 9/22

2:47 pm-12:09 pm

2 stops19h 22m

$305

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 10/12

5:20 am-11:58 am

1 stop8h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/28

1:23 pm-12:23 am

1 stop9h 00m

$312

Washington, D.C.Liberia

DCA - LIR

DCALIR

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/1

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Liberia

Wed 9/16

1:25 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$332

Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/11

6:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Liberia

Tue 9/15

1:20 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$336

Washington, D.C.Liberia

DCA - LIR

DCALIR

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/9

8:00 pm-11:44 am

1 stop16h 44m

Liberia

Thu 11/19

2:20 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$340

NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Mon 10/19

6:00 am-12:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/24

8:55 am-10:29 pm

1 stop11h 34m

$390

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Virginia is in December. Flight prices, which tend to average around $123, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in December, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Virginia to Costa Rica during September average around $143.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from Virginia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $616 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from Virginia for as low as $507 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	4h 58m
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The fastest flight from Virginia to Costa Rica takes 4h 58m

Direct flights go from Virginia to Costa Rica every day.

There are 40 airports in Costa Rica. From Virginia there are direct flights to San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Virginia to Costa Rica?
Prices for flights from Virginia to Costa Rica refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Virginia to Costa Rica?
There are 9 operators available for flights from Virginia to Costa Rica as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia to Costa Rica?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Virginia to Costa Rica.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Costa Rica can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Costa Rica. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Delta	PriceFrom $162	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,455 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $167	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,899 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $249	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,774 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $258	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,012 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $413	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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