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$201+ Cheap flights from Bloomington, IL (BMI) 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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BMI — SJO
Oct 29 — Nov 51
Wed 10/29
Wed 11/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Bloomington to Costa Rica

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$531
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$201
(American Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Bloomington to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Bloomington to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 29, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Sun 11/238:38 amBMI - SJO
1 stop25h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/26:07 pmSJO - BMI
2 stops39h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/27$531
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Thu 11/209:23 amBMI - SJO
1 stop24h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/26:07 pmSJO - BMI
2 stops39h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/27$564
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Mon 11/243:33 pmBMI - SJO
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/26:22 amSJO - BMI
2 stops17h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/27$588
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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 11/228:12 pmBMI - SJO
2 stops24h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/26:22 amSJO - BMI
2 stops17h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/27$688
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Thu 11/206:10 amBMI - SJO
2 stops30h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/26:22 amSJO - BMI
2 stops17h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/27$711
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Mon 11/243:33 pmBMI - SJO
2 stops20h 58mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/13:11 pmSJO - BMI
2 stops32h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/27$721
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Sun 11/238:38 amBMI - SJO
1 stop25h 41mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/2912:55 amSJO - BMI
2 stops42h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/27$731
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Thu 11/209:23 amBMI - SJO
1 stop24h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/2912:55 amSJO - BMI
2 stops42h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/27$764
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/27. 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.
Mon 11/243:33 pmBMI - SJO
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/296:22 amSJO - BMI
1 stop16h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/27$794

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BloomingtonSan José

BMI - SJO

BMISJO

Bloomington-Normal

Sun 11/23

8:38 am-10:19 am

1 stop25h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/2

6:07 pm-9:34 am

2 stops39h 27m

$531

BloomingtonSan José

BMI - SJO

BMISJO

Bloomington-Normal

Thu 11/20

9:23 am-10:19 am

1 stop24h 56m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/2

6:07 pm-9:34 am

2 stops39h 27m

$564

BloomingtonSan José

BMI - SJO

BMISJO

Bloomington-Normal

Mon 11/24

11:19 am-12:31 pm

2 stops25h 12m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/2

6:22 am-11:59 pm

2 stops17h 37m

$588

BloomingtonSan José

BMI - SJO

BMISJO

Bloomington-Normal

Tue 2/24

6:39 am-11:00 pm

1 stop16h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

6:34 am-2:23 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$626

BloomingtonSan José

BMI - SJO

BMISJO

Bloomington-Normal

Sat 12/6

3:30 pm-1:39 pm

2 stops22h 09m

$201

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Deals found on 9/27

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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 September 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Bloomington to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    Bloomington-Normal (BMI), located 4.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Bloomington to Costa Rica.

  • How long is the flight from Bloomington, Illinois to Costa Rica?

    Airlines like American Airlines fly from Bloomington, Illinois to Costa Rica in about 25h 12m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Bloomington, Illinois and Costa Rica is about 2125 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Bloomington 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 Bloomington, Illinois to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Bloomington, Illinois to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Bloomington, Illinois to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $553). 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 2 airlines flying from Bloomington to Costa Rica

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Bloomington 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 September 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$514Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$558Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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