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 Norfolk to San José takes 5h 57m on average. On the other hand, flying from Richmond to San José takes 6h 52m 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.

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 56% 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.

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

As of March 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.

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

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Virginia to Costa Rica

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

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There are 10 operators available for flights from Virginia to Costa Rica as of March 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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9:12 pm - 8:19 am

ORF

SJO

13h 07m

1 stop

9:35 am - 8:17 pm

SJO

ORF

8h 42m

1 stop

$264Frontier

Thu, May 21 - Fri, May 29

3:40 am - 8:30 am

IAD

SJO

6h 50m

1 stop

5:25 pm - 2:15 am

SJO

IAD

6h 50m

1 stop

$288Avianca

Mon, Apr 20 - Tue, Apr 28

9:37 pm - 11:33 am

RDU

SJO

15h 56m

1 stop

12:38 pm - 5:08 pm

SJO

RDU

26h 30m

1 stop

$292Spirit Airlines

Thu, Apr 30 - Thu, May 7

6:03 pm - 11:33 am

RDU

SJO

19h 30m

1 stop

12:38 pm - 5:08 pm

SJO

RDU

26h 30m

1 stop

$299Spirit Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 10

4:18 pm - 9:46 pm

RDU

SJO

7h 28m

1 stop

5:46 am - 2:29 pm

SJO

RDU

6h 43m

1 stop

$300Copa Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22

4:38 pm - 7:09 am

IAD

SJO

16h 31m

1 stop

6:01 pm - 4:21 am

SJO

IAD

8h 20m

1 stop

$306Copa Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Sun, May 10

8:45 pm - 11:33 am

RIC

SJO

16h 48m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 10:25 pm

SJO

RIC

7h 20m

1 stop

$306Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 23 - Fri, May 1

8:45 pm - 11:33 am

RIC

SJO

16h 48m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 10:25 pm

SJO

RIC

7h 20m

1 stop

$310Multiple Airlines

Thu, May 7 - Thu, May 14

8:13 pm - 11:25 am

RDU

SJO

17h 12m

1 stop

2:08 pm - 11:15 am

SJO

RDU

19h 07m

1 stop

$312American Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 19

3:05 pm - 9:36 pm

RIC

SJO

8h 31m

1 stop

2:31 pm - 11:57 pm

SJO

RIC

7h 26m

1 stop

$312American Airlines

Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 12

American Airlines flights from Virginia to Costa Rica

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May 6

RDU8:13 pmRaleigh-Durham

17h 12m

1 stop

SJO11:25 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

May 19

SJO2:08 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 07m

1 stop

RDU11:15 amRaleigh-Durham

$312

American Airlines

May 6

RDU5:05 amRaleigh-Durham

10h 03m

2 stops

SJO1:08 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

May 19

SJO2:08 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 07m

1 stop

RDU11:15 amRaleigh-Durham

$317

American Airlines

May 18

DCA6:42 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 46m

1 stop

LIR11:28 amLiberia

May 23

LIR2:21 pmLiberia

17h 46m

1 stop

DCA10:07 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$347

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Apr 27

IAD3:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6h 50m

1 stop

SJO8:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

May 5

SJO5:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 10m

1 stop

IAD6:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$288

Avianca

Apr 25

IAD4:10 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6h 35m

1 stop

SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

May 2

SJO3:10 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

9h 35m

1 stop

IAD2:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$289

Avianca

Apr 21

IAD3:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6h 50m

1 stop

SJO8:30 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

Apr 28

SJO5:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

6h 50m

1 stop

IAD2:15 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$294

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NorfolkSan José

ORF - SJO

ORFSJO

Norfolk

Thu 5/21

9:12 pm-8:19 am

1 stop13h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/29

9:35 am-8:17 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$264

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Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/20

3:40 am-8:30 am

1 stop6h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/28

5:25 pm-2:15 am

1 stop6h 50m

$288

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/30

9:37 pm-11:33 am

1 stop15h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/7

12:38 pm-5:08 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$292

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/7

6:03 pm-11:33 am

1 stop19h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/10

12:38 pm-5:08 pm

1 stop26h 30m

$299

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/15

4:18 pm-9:46 pm

1 stop7h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

5:46 am-2:29 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$300

Washington, D.C.San José

IAD - SJO

IADSJO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/7

4:38 pm-7:09 am

1 stop16h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/10

6:01 pm-4:21 am

1 stop8h 20m

$306

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 4/23

8:45 pm-11:33 am

1 stop16h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/1

1:05 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$306

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 5/7

8:45 pm-11:33 am

1 stop16h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/14

1:05 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$310

RaleighSan José

RDU - SJO

RDUSJO

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/6

8:13 pm-11:25 am

1 stop17h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/19

2:08 pm-11:15 am

1 stop19h 07m

$312

RichmondSan José

RIC - SJO

RICSJO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/6

3:05 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop8h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 5/12

2:31 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$312

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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 August is your next best option. Flight prices from Virginia to Costa Rica during August average around $514.

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 $584 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 $472 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	4h 56m
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Airports in Costa Rica	40 airports

The fastest flight from Virginia to Costa Rica takes 4h 56m

Direct flights go from Virginia to Costa Rica on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

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

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There are 10 operators available for flights from Virginia to Costa Rica as of March 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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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $151	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,536 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $162	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,324 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $167	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,474 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $249	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,491 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $261	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,906 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $413	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,331 reviews	Search Southwest 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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