Costa Rica

$163+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) 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 6/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — SJO
Jul 1 — Jul 81
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Costa Rica

Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 1, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 12/27:20 pm
BUF
-
LIR
2 stops20h 25m
American Airlines
Wed 12/93:28 pm
LIR
-
BUF
2 stops19h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/29$372
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 8/187:34 pm
BUF
-
SJO
2 stops18h 29m
American Airlines
Wed 8/261:03 pm
SJO
-
BUF
2 stops19h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/30$375
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 11/257:12 pm
BUF
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LIR
2 stops20h 01m
American Airlines
Sun 12/61:25 pm
LIR
-
BUF
2 stops20h 38m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/29$376
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 12/26:00 am
BUF
-
SJO
1 stop9h 02m
American Airlines
Wed 12/96:20 am
SJO
-
BUF
1 stop15h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/31$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 9/27:34 pm
BUF
-
SJO
2 stops18h 29m
American Airlines
Mon 9/72:56 pm
SJO
-
BUF
2 stops19h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/28$444
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 8/125:00 am
BUF
-
SJO
2 stops10h 52m
American Airlines
Tue 8/251:03 pm
SJO
-
BUF
2 stops21h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/30$461
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 8/188:55 am
BUF
-
SJO
2 stops11h 45m
Southwest
Wed 8/269:00 am
SJO
-
BUF
1 stop10h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/31$464
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/28. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2410:43 am
BUF
-
SJO
2 stops11h 10m
GOL
Mon 8/311:03 pm
SJO
-
BUF
2 stops21h 03m
GOL
Deal found 5/28$469
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 11/1410:09 am
BUF
-
SJO
2 stops13h 50m
American Airlines
Sun 11/226:22 am
SJO
-
BUF
1 stop15h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/29$479
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Fri 6/268:06 am
BUF
-
LIR
2 stops29h 29m
American Airlines
Sat 7/42:15 pm
LIR
-
BUF
1 stop23h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/29$485
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 7/14:57 pm
BUF
-
LIR
2 stops22h 45m
American Airlines
Sat 7/42:15 pm
LIR
-
BUF
1 stop23h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/29$490
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/26. 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 10/277:30 pm
BUF
-
SJO
2 stops16h 55m
United Airlines
Thu 10/291:20 pm
SJO
-
BUF
2 stops29h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/26$495

Find flight deals from Buffalo to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Buffalo to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated June 1, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$375
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$163
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$531
Provider with most accurate pricing for Buffalo-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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From Buffalo to Costa Rica
One-way flight from Buffalo to Costa Rica
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($82 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 June 1, 2026.
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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BuffaloSan José

BUF - SJO

BUFSJO

Buffalo

Tue 8/18

8:55 am-6:40 pm

2 stops11h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/26

9:00 am-9:40 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$464

BuffaloSan José

BUF - SJO

BUFSJO

Buffalo

Tue 10/27

7:30 pm-10:25 am

2 stops16h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/29

1:20 pm-8:31 pm

2 stops29h 11m

$495

BuffaloSan José

BUF - SJO

BUFSJO

Buffalo

Tue 11/3

6:00 am-11:25 am

2 stops30h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/5

2:20 pm-9:49 am

2 stops18h 29m

$512

BuffaloLiberia

BUF - LIR

BUFLIR

Buffalo

Fri 6/26

7:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop30h 53m

Liberia

Sat 7/4

1:03 pm-10:00 am

1 stop18h 57m

$518

BuffaloSan José

BUF - SJO

BUFSJO

Buffalo

Sat 8/29

8:02 pm-11:45 am

3 stops17h 43m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 9/6

12:40 pm-7:13 pm

3 stops28h 33m

$527
Quickest round-trip

BuffaloSan José

BUF - SJO

BUFSJO

Buffalo

Mon 8/24

6:00 am-11:49 am

1 stop7h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/31

1:14 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$531

BuffaloLiberia

BUF - LIR

BUFLIR

Buffalo

Sat 6/27

10:57 am-9:50 am

2 stops24h 53m

Liberia

Sat 7/4

1:03 pm-10:00 am

1 stop18h 57m

$563

BuffaloLiberia

BUF - LIR

BUFLIR

Buffalo

Sat 6/27

7:00 am-9:50 am

2 stops28h 50m

Liberia

Tue 7/7

11:10 am-10:00 am

2 stops20h 50m

$610

BuffaloLiberia

BUF - LIR

BUFLIR

Buffalo

Sat 6/27

7:00 am-9:50 am

2 stops28h 50m

Liberia

Mon 7/6

11:10 am-10:00 am

2 stops20h 50m

$611

BuffaloLiberia

BUF - LIR

BUFLIR

Buffalo

Tue 6/30

10:57 am-10:44 am

2 stops25h 47m

Liberia

Mon 7/6

11:10 am-10:00 am

2 stops20h 50m

$611

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 5/28

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Costa Rica (average of $168). Flying from Buffalo to Costa Rica in May is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 June 1, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Buffalo to Costa Rica to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Buffalo to Costa Rica?

    Most people fly from Buffalo (BUF) if they book a flight from Buffalo to Costa Rica. Buffalo is conveniently located just 8.3 mi from Buffalo’s city center.

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

    Southwest and United Airlines can get you from Buffalo to Costa Rica in just under 11h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 10m. The distance from Buffalo to Costa Rica is about 2299 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Costa Rica (average of $168). Flying from Buffalo to Costa Rica in May is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 Buffalo to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 June 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$251Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$259Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$268Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$369Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$470Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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