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$72+ 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 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — SJO
Dec 21 — Dec 281
Sun 12/21
Sun 12/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 November 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$226
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$72
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$366
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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 November 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/295:04 amBWI - SJO
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/63:06 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop8h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$236
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Wed 12/35:40 amBWI - SJO
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/61:31 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$243
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/88:00 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop16h 42mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/111:31 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$245
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/35:40 amBWI - SJO
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/91:31 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$251
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/76:00 amBWI - SJO
1 stop17h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/2111:32 amSJO - BWI
1 stop20h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Fri 11/216:15 amBWI - SJO
2 stops15h 24mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/288:45 amSJO - BWI
1 stop12h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$256
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/245:40 amBWI - SJO
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/41:31 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/295:40 amBWI - SJO
1 stop7h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/61:31 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$260
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sun 12/146:30 amBWI - SJO
1 stop6h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/211:31 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/21$261
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/236:00 amBWI - SJO
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 11/2512:35 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop21h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$263
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/118:00 pmBWI - SJO
1 stop16h 42mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/211:31 pmSJO - BWI
1 stop9h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$264
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Sat 11/295:04 amBWI - LIR
2 stops8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/61:34 pmLIR - BWI
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$265

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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 November 21, 2025.
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

Mon 1/19

8:00 am-6:16 pm

1 stop11h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/24

6:30 am-4:06 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$236

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/22

8:07 am-8:39 pm

1 stop13h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/26

2:05 pm-2:11 pm

1 stop23h 06m

$242

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/17

5:18 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop20h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/24

6:30 am-4:06 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$242

BaltimoreSan José

BWI - SJO

BWISJO

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 2/8

5:18 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops20h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/17

11:28 pm-2:06 pm

2 stops13h 38m

$260

BaltimoreLiberia

BWI - LIR

BWILIR

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 12/9

5:18 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops20h 52m

Liberia

Mon 12/15

8:35 am-10:25 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$265

BaltimoreLiberia

BWI - LIR

BWILIR

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/5

6:15 am-6:37 pm

2 stops13h 22m

Liberia

Mon 1/12

8:35 am-10:25 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$265

BaltimoreLiberia

BWI - LIR

BWILIR

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 1/8

8:07 am-6:37 pm

1 stop11h 30m

Liberia

Mon 1/12

8:35 am-10:25 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$265

BaltimoreLiberia

BWI - LIR

BWILIR

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Liberia

Mon 3/9

1:20 pm-2:06 pm

2 stops22h 46m

$269

BaltimoreLiberia

BWI - LIR

BWILIR

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 12/6

5:18 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops20h 52m

Liberia

Wed 12/10

8:35 am-10:25 pm

1 stop12h 50m

$270

BaltimoreLiberia

BWI - LIR

BWILIR

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/21

6:05 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Liberia

Sat 5/2

3:25 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$272

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Baltimore to Costa Rica

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Costa Rica from Baltimore with our price prediction graph.
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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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 November 21, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Baltimore to Costa Rica in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Baltimore to Costa Rica?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Baltimore to Costa Rica. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Baltimore to Costa Rica flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 November 21, 2025.
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
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
4,251 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,565 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
11,047 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,158 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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 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?

    United Airlines and Spirit Airlines can get you from Baltimore to Costa Rica in just under 7h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 14m. 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 flights from Baltimore to Costa Rica?

    The cheapest flight price from Baltimore to Costa Rica is $272. On average you can expect to pay $773. The most popular route, (Baltimore/Washington - San José Juan Santamaria Intl), can usually be booked for $217.

  • 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $248). 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 November 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AviancaCheapest$225Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$255Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$256Average$661FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$256Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$259Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$262Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$264Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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