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$311+ Cheap flights from Costa Rica to Birmingham, AL (BHM)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — BHM
Mar 21 — Mar 281
Sat 3/21
Sat 3/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Costa Rica to Birmingham

Cheapest flights from Costa Rica to Birmingham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Costa Rica to Birmingham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 19, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/108:45 am
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop10h 45m
Southwest
Sat 5/25:00 am
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 2/19$553
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/105:00 am
SJO
-
BHM
2 stops15h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 5/29:00 am
BHM
-
SJO
2 stops10h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$563
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/227:35 am
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop9h 44m
American Airlines
Sun 11/15:52 am
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop6h 30m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/15$576
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/231:30 pm
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop7h 15m
United Airlines
Tue 10/276:45 am
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop6h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/15$596
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2611:35 pm
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop16h 48m
American Airlines
Tue 5/195:00 am
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop9h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/17$602
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/38:45 am
SJO
-
BHM
2 stops14h 00m
Southwest
Fri 8/146:55 am
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 2/17$610
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/137:55 am
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop25h 28m
United Airlines
Wed 4/222:45 pm
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop29h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/17$614

Find flight deals from Costa Rica to Birmingham

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Costa Rica to Birmingham flight deals. Data was last updated February 19, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$602
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$311
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$665
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Costa Rica to Birmingham that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Costa Rica to Birmingham that are best for you.

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San JoséBirmingham

SJO - BHM

SJOBHM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

8:45 am-8:30 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Birmingham

Sat 5/2

5:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$553

San JoséBirmingham

SJO - BHM

SJOBHM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/10

5:00 am-9:53 pm

2 stops15h 53m

Birmingham

Sat 5/2

9:00 am-6:50 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$563

San JoséBirmingham

SJO - BHM

SJOBHM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 4/26

11:35 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop18h 02m

Birmingham

Tue 5/19

6:00 am-1:08 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$602

San JoséBirmingham

SJO - BHM

SJOBHM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/3

8:45 am-11:45 pm

2 stops14h 00m

Birmingham

Fri 8/14

6:55 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$610

San JoséBirmingham

SJO - BHM

SJOBHM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/13

7:55 am-10:23 am

1 stop25h 28m

Birmingham

Wed 4/22

2:45 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop29h 52m

$614

San JoséBirmingham

SJO - BHM

SJOBHM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/26

12:30 am-2:08 pm

1 stop12h 38m

Birmingham

Wed 7/1

6:30 am-10:39 pm

1 stop17h 09m

$629

San JoséBirmingham

SJO - BHM

SJOBHM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/23

8:45 am-9:10 pm

1 stop11h 25m

$311

San JoséBirmingham

SJO - BHM

SJOBHM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 6/12

12:30 am-9:31 am

1 stop8h 01m

$398

San JoséBirmingham

SJO - BHM

SJOBHM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/13

6:00 am-6:46 pm

1 stop11h 46m

$398

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Deals found on 2/17

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Costa Rica to Birmingham

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to Birmingham, Alabama?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $185). Flying from Costa Rica to Birmingham, Alabama in January is currently the most expensive (average of $785). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Birmingham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Birmingham. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Birmingham. Reviews last updated February 19, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Costa Rica to Birmingham to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,322 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,322 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,322 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Gerry,Jan 2026

YVR - DEN

Seats were uncomfortable. Second leg of my flight on United had much more comfortable seats

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Costa Rica to Birmingham. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Birmingham from Costa Rica?

    For a flight from Costa Rica to Birmingham, you will be flying into Birmingham. Birmingham (BHM) is just 4.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Costa Rica to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Departing from Costa Rica to Birmingham, Alabama will take you 14h. Airlines will cover a distance of 1635 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Costa Rica to Birmingham that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Costa Rica to Birmingham flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Costa Rica to Birmingham?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Costa Rica to Birmingham.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Costa Rica to Birmingham?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Costa Rica to Birmingham by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Costa Rica to Birmingham, Alabama?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Costa Rica to Birmingham, Alabama (average of $185). Flying from Costa Rica to Birmingham, Alabama in January is currently the most expensive (average of $785). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Costa Rica to Birmingham

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United AirlinesCheapest$510Average$731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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