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$173+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Costa Rica

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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — SJO
oct. 15 — oct. 221
mié. 10/15
mié. 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albany to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Albany to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$334
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$173
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$435
From Albany Intl to Costa Rica
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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 septiembre 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/2711:29 amALB - SJO
2 stops26h 01mMultiple Airlines
jue. 10/3012:35 pmSJO - ALB
2 stops19h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$340
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/277:00 amALB - SJO
1 stop7h 06mJetBlue
jue. 10/303:25 pmSJO - ALB
2 stops28h 21mJetBlue
Deal found 9/15$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
jue. 11/277:41 amALB - SJO
2 stops29h 50mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/66:20 amSJO - ALB
2 stops15h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$369
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/276:45 amALB - SJO
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
jue. 10/3012:55 pmSJO - ALB
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 12/1012:47 pmALB - SJO
1 stop10h 25mDelta
lun. 12/157:00 amSJO - ALB
1 stop16h 01mDelta
Deal found 9/14$382
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 12/106:28 amALB - SJO
2 stops15h 21mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/157:00 amSJO - ALB
2 stops13h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$387
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 10/296:03 amALB - LIR
1 stop7h 37mDelta
mié. 11/52:05 pmLIR - ALB
1 stop8h 52mDelta
Deal found 9/14$525
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mié. 10/297:29 pmALB - LIR
2 stops18h 41mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/58:35 amLIR - ALB
2 stops14h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$529
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
sáb. 10/185:21 pmALB - LIR
2 stops20h 24mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/251:59 pmLIR - ALB
2 stops19h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$549
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
lun. 12/16:01 amALB - LIR
1 stop9h 06mAmerican Airlines
vie. 12/123:20 pmLIR - ALB
2 stops19h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$584
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
sáb. 10/186:03 amALB - LIR
1 stop7h 57mDelta
sáb. 10/251:25 pmLIR - ALB
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Deal found 9/13$679
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
sáb. 9/276:07 amALB - LIR
1 stop7h 53mDelta
mié. 10/11:25 pmLIR - ALB
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Deal found 9/12$755

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to Costa Rica 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 septiembre 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Albany

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

lun. 10/27

11:29 am-11:30 am

2 stops26h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 10/30

12:35 pm-9:39 am

2 stops19h 04m

$340

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

lun. 10/27

7:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 10/30

3:25 pm-9:46 pm

2 stops28h 21m

$364

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

jue. 11/27

7:41 am-12:31 pm

2 stops29h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 12/6

7:00 am-10:44 pm

2 stops14h 44m

$369

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

lun. 10/27

6:45 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 10/30

12:55 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$374

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

mié. 12/10

12:47 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop10h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 12/15

7:00 am-12:01 am

1 stop16h 01m

$382

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

mié. 12/10

6:28 am-8:49 pm

2 stops15h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 12/15

7:00 am-9:36 pm

2 stops13h 36m

$387

AlbanyLiberia

ALB - LIR

ALBLIR

Albany Intl

mié. 10/29

6:03 am-11:40 am

1 stop7h 37m

Liberia

mié. 11/5

2:05 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$525

AlbanyLiberia

ALB - LIR

ALBLIR

Albany Intl

mié. 10/29

7:29 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops18h 41m

Liberia

mié. 11/5

8:35 am-11:43 pm

2 stops14h 08m

$529

AlbanyLiberia

ALB - LIR

ALBLIR

Albany Intl

sáb. 3/14

4:34 pm-11:15 am

2 stops20h 41m

Liberia

mié. 3/18

2:55 pm-10:49 am

2 stops17h 54m

$529

AlbanyLiberia

ALB - LIR

ALBLIR

Albany Intl

lun. 1/5

5:50 am-2:27 pm

1 stop9h 37m

Liberia

vie. 1/16

3:55 pm-10:49 am

2 stops17h 54m

$529

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/14

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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 $554). 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 septiembre 15, 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.

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 septiembre 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Albany to Costa Rica 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,912 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

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.

  • How long is the flight from Albany, New York to Costa Rica?

    For as low as $364, JetBlue can have you in Costa Rica from Albany, New York in 7h 06m. The distance between Albany, New York and Costa Rica is about 2347 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Albany, New York to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $173. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Albany, New York to Costa Rica for a low price.

  • 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 $554). 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 septiembre 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$353Average$726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$371Average$633FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$390Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$432Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$511Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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