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$302+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) 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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SJO
ago. 26 — sep. 21
mar. 8/26
mar. 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Birmingham to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated agosto 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$474
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$302
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$491
From Birmingham to Costa Rica
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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 21, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
mié. 9/176:10 amBHM - SJO
1 stop14h 32mAmerican Airlines
mié. 9/247:27 amSJO - BHM
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$474
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
sáb. 11/154:47 pmBHM - SJO
1 stop19h 35mAmerican Airlines
mié. 11/192:59 pmSJO - BHM
1 stop17h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/21$481
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
sáb. 10/252:46 pmBHM - LIR
2 stops21h 59mAmerican Airlines
jue. 10/3012:45 pmLIR - BHM
2 stops19h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/21$553
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
vie. 9/265:09 amBHM - LIR
1 stop8h 53mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/3012:49 pmLIR - BHM
1 stop8h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/21$601
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
jue. 9/256:10 amBHM - LIR
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/292:02 pmLIR - BHM
1 stop18h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/21$621
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
lun. 11/2410:10 amBHM - SJO
1 stop10h 45mAmerican Airlines
dom. 11/306:22 amSJO - BHM
1 stop16h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$647
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
mié. 8/276:30 amBHM - SJO
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/16:00 amSJO - BHM
1 stop16h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$731
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
dom. 11/234:47 pmBHM - LIR
2 stops21h 26mAmerican Airlines
vie. 11/283:25 pmLIR - BHM
2 stops18h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/21$751
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
jue. 8/215:00 amBHM - LIR
1 stop7h 35mAmerican Airlines
jue. 8/282:00 pmLIR - BHM
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$813
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
mar. 12/305:07 pmBHM - LIR
2 stops17h 23mAmerican Airlines
dom. 1/42:00 pmLIR - BHM
2 stops19h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/21$852

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham 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 agosto 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Birmingham

Fly to

Costa Rica

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

mié. 9/17

6:10 am-7:42 pm

1 stop14h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 9/24

7:27 am-4:12 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$474

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

sáb. 11/15

4:47 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop19h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 11/19

2:59 pm-8:51 am

1 stop17h 52m

$481

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

vie. 1/16

11:04 am-7:40 pm

1 stop8h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 1/25

6:29 am-6:21 pm

1 stop11h 52m

$515

BirminghamLiberia

BHM - LIR

BHMLIR

Birmingham

sáb. 10/25

2:46 pm-11:45 am

2 stops21h 59m

Liberia

jue. 10/30

12:45 pm-9:03 am

2 stops19h 18m

$553

BirminghamLiberia

BHM - LIR

BHMLIR

Birmingham

jue. 1/8

6:14 am-1:59 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Liberia

dom. 1/11

3:55 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$562

BirminghamLiberia

BHM - LIR

BHMLIR

Birmingham

vie. 9/26

5:09 am-1:02 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Liberia

mar. 9/30

12:49 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$601

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

vie. 1/16

6:47 pm-8:21 am

2 stops37h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 1/25

1:19 pm-5:42 pm

1 stop28h 23m

$603

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

vie. 1/16

6:47 pm-12:14 pm

1 stop17h 27m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 1/24

1:16 am-5:42 pm

1 stop16h 26m

$643

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

lun. 11/24

10:10 am-8:55 pm

1 stop10h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 11/30

6:22 am-11:08 pm

1 stop16h 46m

$647

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

sáb. 1/10

6:25 am-12:55 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$302

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Costa Rica

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama 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 BHM to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Birmingham 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 agosto 21, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Birmingham, Alabama 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 agosto 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Birmingham to Costa Rica, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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
4,245 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,934 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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
8,029 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

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 Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Costa Rica?

    If you book a flight to Costa Rica from Birmingham, you will be flying from Birmingham, which is the city’s only airport. Birmingham (BHM) is located 4.3 mi from the center of Birmingham.

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

    American Airlines can get you from Birmingham, Alabama to Costa Rica in just under 14h 32m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 1635 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham 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 Birmingham, Alabama to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama 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 Birmingham to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham 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 agosto 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$244Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$349Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$378Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$469Average$676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$528Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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