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, San José Province takes 6h 27m on average. On the other hand, flying from Norfolk to San José, San José Province takes 7h 42m 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.

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

As of August 2025, 3 flights take off from Virginia and land in Costa Rica each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 33% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

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

What airlines fly to Costa Rica?

American Airlines, Delta and Spirit Airlines 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 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Costa Rica. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Costa Rica on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 10 operators available for flights from Virginia to Costa Rica as of August 2025.

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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6:59 am - 11:49 amDCA-LIR

6h 50m1 stop

12:49 pm - 11:59 pmLIR-DCA

9h 10m1 stop

$235American Airlines

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Tue, Sep 9 - Wed, Sep 17

6:00 am - 12:10 pmIAD-LIR

8h 10m1 stop

1:20 pm - 11:51 pmLIR-IAD

8h 31m1 stop

$235United Airlines

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Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30

4:30 am - 1:35 pmIAD-SJO

10h 05m1 stop

4:40 pm - 12:10 amSJO-IAD

6h 30m1 stop

$242Avianca

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Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17

3:50 pm - 7:35 amIAD-SJO

16h 45m2 stops

5:05 am - 12:10 amSJO-IAD

18h 05m2 stops

$245Avianca

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Sat, Jan 17 - Sat, Jan 24

4:21 pm - 7:27 amRDU-SJO

17h 06m1 stop

4:10 am - 2:27 pmSJO-RDU

8h 17m1 stop

$246Copa Airlines

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Mon, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 17

4:34 pm - 7:27 amIAD-SJO

16h 53m1 stop

6:09 pm - 4:20 amSJO-IAD

8h 11m1 stop

$246Copa Airlines

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Mon, Sep 15 - Thu, Sep 18

1:23 am - 8:19 pmIAD-SJO

19h 56m1 stop

4:30 pm - 3:10 amSJO-IAD

9h 40m1 stop

$247

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Wed, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 17

1:07 pm - 8:19 pmIAD-SJO

8h 12m1 stop

4:17 pm - 11:27 amSJO-IAD

18h 10m1 stop

$254

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Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17

7:00 am - 11:56 amDCA-SJO

6h 56m1 stop

1:40 pm - 11:02 amSJO-DCA

20h 22m1 stop

$282JetBlue

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Mon, Oct 27 - Sun, Nov 2

3:23 pm - 12:15 pmRIC-SJO

21h 52m1 stop

1:40 pm - 8:45 amSJO-RIC

18h 05m1 stop

$288JetBlue

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Oct 27

DCA7:00 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 56m

1 stop

SJO11:56 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 2

SJO1:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

20h 22m

1 stop

DCA11:02 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$282

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JetBlue

Nov 2

RIC3:23 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

21h 52m

1 stop

SJO12:15 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Nov 8

SJO1:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 05m

1 stop

RIC8:45 amRichmond Byrd Intl

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Sep 18

RDU8:00 amRaleigh-Durham

5h 55m

1 stop

SJO11:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sep 21

SJO1:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 12m

1 stop

RDU10:12 pmRaleigh-Durham

$291

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Sep 8

RDU4:21 pmRaleigh-Durham

17h 06m

1 stop

SJO7:27 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sep 17

SJO4:10 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 17m

1 stop

RDU2:27 pmRaleigh-Durham

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Sep 11

IAD4:34 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 18m

3 stops

SJO4:52 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sep 17

SJO8:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 09m

1 stop

IAD4:20 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$251

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Aug 25

IAD2:25 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

13h 29m

1 stop

SJO1:54 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Aug 30

SJO8:11 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

18h 07m

1 stop

IAD4:18 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$256

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Washington, D.C.Liberia

DCA - LIR

DCALIR

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/9

6:59 am-11:49 am

1 stop6h 50m

Liberia

Wed 9/17

12:49 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$235

Washington, D.C.Liberia

IAD - LIR

IADLIR

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/23

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Liberia

Tue 9/30

1:20 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$235

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/10

4:30 am-1:35 pm

1 stop10h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

4:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 30m

$242

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/17

3:50 pm-7:35 am

2 stops16h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/24

5:05 am-12:10 am

2 stops18h 05m

$245

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/8

4:21 pm-7:27 am

1 stop17h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/17

4:10 am-2:27 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$246

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/15

4:34 pm-7:27 am

1 stop16h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/18

6:09 pm-4:20 am

1 stop8h 11m

$246

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/12

1:23 am-8:19 pm

1 stop19h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

4:30 pm-3:10 am

1 stop9h 40m

$247

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/13

1:07 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop8h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

4:17 pm-11:27 am

1 stop18h 10m

$254

Washington, D.C.San José

DCA - SJO

DCASJO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/27

7:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop6h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 11/2

1:40 pm-11:02 am

1 stop20h 22m

$282

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 11/2

3:23 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop21h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/8

1:40 pm-8:45 am

1 stop18h 05m

$288

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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 September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $400, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Virginia to Costa Rica during October average around $512.

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 Virginia. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $395. 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 Thursday because tickets tend to average around $600. 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 Virginia to Costa Rica when you can find flight prices for as low as $378. 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 at noon, with an average ticket price of $533. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 $586 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 $443 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Virginia to Costa Rica flight.

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Best Price Found	$97
Fastest flight time	4h 30m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri and Sun
Airports in Costa Rica	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Costa Rica from Virginia in the past 72 hours is $97. The best round-trip flight deal from Virginia to Costa Rica found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $235.

The fastest flight from Virginia to Costa Rica takes 4h 30m

Direct flights go from Virginia to Costa Rica on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: United Airlines and Avianca.

There are 2 airports near Costa Rica: Liberia (LIR), 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 10 operators available for flights from Virginia to Costa Rica as of August 2025.
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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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $259	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,055 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $333	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,985 reviews	Search Delta flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $346	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,915 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $358	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $389	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,917 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
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Flights from Virginia to Costa Rica with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Virginia to Costa Rica

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

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

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

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

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

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Virginia to Costa Rica flight.

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

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

What airlines fly to Costa Rica?

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

As of August 2025, 3 flights take off from Virginia and land in Costa Rica each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 33% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from Virginia to Costa Rica?

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

Best airlines flying from Virginia to Costa Rica

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Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Virginia to Costa Rica?

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

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I’m not ready to book a flight from Virginia to Costa Rica right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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