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$98+ Cheap flights from Baltimore (BWI) 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — SJO
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Baltimore to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Baltimore to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Baltimore to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/256:20 am
BWI
-
SJO
1 stop7h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/41:31 pm
SJO
-
BWI
1 stop9h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/21$241
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/246:20 am
BWI
-
SJO
1 stop7h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 3/41:31 pm
SJO
-
BWI
1 stop9h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$250
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 1/2012:25 pm
BWI
-
SJO
1 stop9h 14m
United Airlines
Tue 1/276:30 am
SJO
-
BWI
1 stop8h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$257
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/176:20 am
BWI
-
SJO
1 stop7h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 2/2412:35 pm
SJO
-
BWI
1 stop9h 18m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$258
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/246:20 am
BWI
-
SJO
1 stop7h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/312:35 pm
SJO
-
BWI
1 stop9h 18m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Sun 1/258:07 am
BWI
-
SJO
1 stop13h 32m
United Airlines
Tue 1/272:20 pm
SJO
-
BWI
2 stops22h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$262
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 1/215:18 pm
BWI
-
SJO
1 stop20h 38m
United Airlines
Sat 1/246:30 am
SJO
-
BWI
1 stop8h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$263
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 1/213:41 pm
BWI
-
SJO
1 stop9h 02m
American Airlines
Wed 1/287:09 am
SJO
-
BWI
1 stop15h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$265
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 3/87:22 pm
BWI
-
LIR
1 stop17h 51m
American Airlines
Mon 3/162:29 pm
LIR
-
BWI
1 stop18h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/21$266
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Thu 1/225:18 pm
BWI
-
SJO
1 stop20h 38m
United Airlines
Tue 1/272:20 pm
SJO
-
BWI
2 stops22h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$268
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/36:00 am
BWI
-
SJO
2 stops15h 12m
American Airlines
Wed 3/412:35 am
SJO
-
BWI
1 stop21h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$269
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/238:30 pm
BWI
-
LIR
2 stops18h 45m
Southwest
Thu 2/263:10 pm
LIR
-
BWI
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 1/20$271

Find flight deals from Baltimore to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Baltimore to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated January 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$241
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$98
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$349
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One-way flight from Baltimore/Washington to Costa Rica
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Baltimore 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 January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Baltimore to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Baltimore

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/22

6:20 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

1:31 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$272

BaltimoreLiberia

BWI - LIR

BWILIR

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/6

3:52 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop27h 45m

Liberia

Wed 2/11

8:35 am-10:25 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$289

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/15

8:38 am-9:15 pm

1 stop14h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/19

7:00 am-12:53 am

1 stop15h 53m

$318

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 3/1

3:45 pm-4:46 pm

3 stops26h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/18

4:09 am-3:11 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$319

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 4/9

6:20 am-11:19 am

1 stop6h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/13

11:38 am-11:59 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$325

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/7

9:43 pm-11:22 am

1 stop14h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/14

12:24 pm-8:41 am

1 stop18h 17m

$329

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/8

4:36 pm-9:06 am

1 stop18h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 5/17

4:10 am-3:17 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$329

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 4/23

5:50 pm-10:11 am

1 stop18h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/27

11:13 am-11:37 am

1 stop22h 24m

$332

BaltimoreLiberia

BWI - LIR

BWILIR

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/11

8:07 am-6:37 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Liberia

Sun 2/15

8:35 am-11:30 am

1 stop25h 55m

$333

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/11

6:20 am-11:22 am

1 stop7h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/14

12:24 pm-8:41 am

1 stop18h 17m

$342

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Deals found on 1/21

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Baltimore to Costa Rica?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to Costa Rica (average of $152). Flying from Baltimore to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $240). 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 BWI to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Baltimore 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 January 21, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Baltimore 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 January 21, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and Copa Airlines from Baltimore to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,087 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,559 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,168 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,361 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Costa Rica?

    Baltimore/Washington (BWI), located 8.5 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Baltimore to Costa Rica.

  • How popular is this Baltimore to Costa Rica flight route?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from Baltimore/Washington to Costa Rica.

  • How long is the flight from Baltimore to Costa Rica?

    Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta can get you from Baltimore to Costa Rica in just under 7h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to 20h 43m. The distance from Baltimore to Costa Rica is about 2068 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 Baltimore to Costa Rica one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $90. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Baltimore to Costa Rica for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Baltimore to Costa Rica?

    The cheapest flight price from Baltimore to Costa Rica is $307. On average you can expect to pay $628. The most popular route, (Baltimore/Washington - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $250.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Costa Rica?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to Costa Rica (average of $152). Flying from Baltimore to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $240). 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 7 airlines flying from Baltimore to Costa Rica

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Baltimore 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$183Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$223Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
AviancaCheapest$225Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$255Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
United AirlinesCheapest$255Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$255Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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