Costa Rica

$271+ 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 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SJO
Apr 6 — Apr 131
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Cheap flight deals from Birmingham to Costa Rica

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 March 7, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Sat 5/95:00 am
BHM
-
LIR
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Sun 5/172:05 pm
LIR
-
BHM
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/4$457
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Tue 5/1212:00 pm
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Mon 5/189:00 am
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop10h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/2$483
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Sat 4/255:00 am
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Wed 4/299:00 am
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop10h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/5$525
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Thu 8/66:55 am
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Wed 8/129:00 am
SJO
-
BHM
2 stops11h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/4$549
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Wed 4/226:20 am
BHM
-
SJO
2 stops13h 40m
Southwest
Sat 4/259:00 am
SJO
-
BHM
2 stops11h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/3$553
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Wed 4/12:39 pm
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop7h 36m
Delta
Wed 4/87:00 am
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop14h 53m
Delta
Deal found 3/2$576
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 10/205:45 am
BHM
-
SJO
2 stops8h 15m
American Airlines
Tue 10/277:35 am
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop11h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/4$581
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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.
Sat 4/185:45 am
BHM
-
SJO
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Sat 4/259:00 am
SJO
-
BHM
2 stops11h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/4$583
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 7/145:30 am
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop8h 30m
American Airlines
Sun 7/1911:59 pm
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop22h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/2$589
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 8/156:05 pm
BHM
-
LIR
2 stops18h 39m
American Airlines
Wed 8/1912:45 pm
LIR
-
BHM
1 stop10h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/2$593
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 7/216:00 am
BHM
-
LIR
1 stop8h 08m
American Airlines
Wed 7/292:45 pm
LIR
-
BHM
1 stop8h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/4$608
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 5/246:42 pm
BHM
-
LIR
2 stops19h 37m
American Airlines
Fri 5/292:45 pm
LIR
-
BHM
1 stop8h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/2$611

Find 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 March 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$457
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$671
Provider with most accurate pricing for Birmingham-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Birmingham to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($18 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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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 March 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to Costa Rica that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BirminghamLiberia

BHM - LIR

BHMLIR

Birmingham

Sat 5/9

5:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Liberia

Sun 5/17

2:05 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$457

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

Tue 5/12

12:00 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 5/18

9:00 am-8:30 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$483

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

Thu 8/6

10:40 am-6:40 pm

2 stops9h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/12

9:00 am-9:40 pm

2 stops11h 40m

$549

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

Sat 4/18

5:45 am-12:35 pm

2 stops7h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/25

9:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops11h 55m

$583

BirminghamLiberia

BHM - LIR

BHMLIR

Birmingham

Sat 8/15

6:05 pm-11:44 am

2 stops18h 39m

Liberia

Wed 8/19

12:45 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop10h 02m

$593

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

Fri 5/29

6:31 am-10:42 pm

1 stop17h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 6/6

6:00 am-9:28 pm

2 stops14h 28m

$597

BirminghamLiberia

BHM - LIR

BHMLIR

Birmingham

Thu 7/9

6:35 am-2:39 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Liberia

Thu 7/16

2:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$608

BirminghamLiberia

BHM - LIR

BHMLIR

Birmingham

Sun 5/24

6:42 pm-1:19 pm

2 stops19h 37m

Liberia

Fri 5/29

2:45 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$611

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

Sat 3/28

2:45 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop7h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 4/4

7:55 am-8:31 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$612

BirminghamLiberia

BHM - LIR

BHMLIR

Birmingham

Fri 6/19

12:15 pm-11:15 am

2 stops24h 00m

Liberia

Sun 6/28

11:50 am-12:25 am

2 stops11h 35m

$624

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Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to Costa Rica

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Costa Rica (average of $242). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Costa Rica in November is currently the most expensive (average of $536). 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.

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 March 7, 2026.
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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2026

KOA - HNL

pretty smooth and fast service ever, that flight is very helpful each and everyone for price and also fright for free..

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?

    Southwest and American Airlines can get you from Birmingham, Alabama to Costa Rica in just under 8h 10m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 29m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1588 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to Costa Rica (average of $242). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to Costa Rica in November is currently the most expensive (average of $536). 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 4 airlines flying from Birmingham to Costa Rica

Discover the top 4 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 March 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$450Average$656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$471Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$481Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$499Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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