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$336+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Costa Rica

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — SJO
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albany to Costa Rica

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AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$336
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$553
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Cheapest flights from Albany to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 8/286:01 amALB - SJO
1 stop14h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/107:35 amSJO - ALB
1 stop13h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$336
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/46:20 amALB - SJO
1 stop7h 35mJetBlue
Thu 8/712:55 pmSJO - ALB
1 stop7h 57mJetBlue
Deal found 4/29$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 6/116:00 amALB - SJO
2 stops42h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/175:30 amSJO - ALB
2 stops16h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$425
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:00 amALB - SJO
1 stop7h 59mDelta
Thu 5/221:24 pmSJO - ALB
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/29$431
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/128:02 pmALB - SJO
1 stop18h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1912:23 pmSJO - ALB
2 stops18h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$455
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Tue 6/34:23 pmALB - LIR
2 stops20h 57mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/1012:35 pmLIR - ALB
1 stop8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$509
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Mon 8/46:50 amALB - SJO
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Thu 8/78:50 amSJO - ALB
2 stops12h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$520
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/146:00 amALB - LIR
2 stops10h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/183:25 pmLIR - ALB
2 stops28h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$641

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Albany

Fly to

Costa Rica

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Depart

Return

Price

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Thu 8/28

7:07 am-1:15 pm

1 stop8h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

7:35 am-10:53 pm

1 stop13h 18m

$336

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-10:39 pm

2 stops42h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/17

5:30 am-11:52 pm

2 stops16h 22m

$425

AlbanyLiberia

ALB - LIR

ALBLIR

Albany Intl

Tue 6/3

4:23 pm-11:20 am

2 stops20h 57m

Liberia

Tue 6/10

12:35 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$509

AlbanyLiberia

ALB - LIR

ALBLIR

Albany Intl

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-2:23 pm

2 stops10h 23m

Liberia

Sun 5/18

3:25 pm-9:32 pm

2 stops28h 07m

$641

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 6/17

1:00 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$682

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Deals found on 4/30

Best time to book a flight from Albany to Costa Rica

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Albany, New York to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Albany, New York to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ALB to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Albany, New York to Costa Rica as you normally would.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Costa Rica

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Costa Rica. 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 Costa Rica. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, JetBlue and American Airlines from Albany to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albany to Costa Rica. 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 from for flights from Albany to Costa Rica?

    For a flight from Albany to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Albany Intl. Albany Intl (ALB) is just 7.4 mi from the center of the city.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to Costa Rica 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 Albany, New York to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Albany, New York to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 5 airlines flying from Albany to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Albany to Costa Rica. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$314Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$367Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$402Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$471Average$631FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$490Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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