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$285+ Cheap flights from Birmingham, AL (BHM) to San José (SJO)

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 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — SJO
feb. 17 — feb. 241
mar. 2/17
mar. 2/24
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Birmingham (BHM) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated enero 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$526
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$285
(Avianca)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$535
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Cheapest flights from Birmingham to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Birmingham to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 18, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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.
mar. 6/28:30 am
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop15h 09m
United Airlines
mar. 6/91:30 pm
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop7h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/17$526
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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. 6/25:30 am
BHM
-
SJO
2 stops14h 44m
American Airlines
mar. 6/92:03 pm
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop8h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/17$531
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/266:00 am
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop14h 33m
American Airlines
mié. 3/41:31 pm
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop10h 28m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18$533
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/198:48 am
BHM
-
SJO
2 stops11h 24m
American Airlines
mar. 2/243:59 pm
SJO
-
BHM
2 stops17h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18$538
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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. 2/84:53 pm
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop19h 45m
American Airlines
sáb. 2/148:00 am
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop15h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/16$541
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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. 5/46:40 pm
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop17h 55m
American Airlines
lun. 5/112:22 pm
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop8h 37m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/16$544
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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. 1/244:53 pm
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop19h 45m
American Airlines
sáb. 1/317:09 am
SJO
-
BHM
2 stops13h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/16$545
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
sáb. 1/246:15 am
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop14h 24m
United Airlines
sáb. 1/318:45 am
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop11h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/16$551
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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. 4/254:42 pm
BHM
-
SJO
1 stop19h 43m
American Airlines
sáb. 5/212:12 pm
SJO
-
BHM
1 stop10h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/16$552

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Birmingham to San José 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 enero 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to San José that are best for you.

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San José

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Return

Price

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

mar. 6/2

8:30 am-10:39 pm

1 stop15h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 6/9

1:30 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$526

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

mar. 6/2

5:14 am-7:14 pm

2 stops15h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 6/9

6:12 am-11:25 pm

2 stops16h 13m

$531

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

jue. 2/19

8:48 am-8:12 pm

2 stops11h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mar. 2/24

3:59 pm-9:56 am

2 stops17h 57m

$538

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

jue. 2/5

10:51 am-10:30 pm

2 stops11h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 2/12

8:00 am-9:44 pm

2 stops13h 44m

$538

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

jue. 2/26

5:30 am-8:33 pm

2 stops15h 03m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 3/4

3:59 pm-8:16 am

2 stops16h 17m

$538

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

dom. 2/8

4:53 pm-12:38 pm

1 stop19h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 2/14

8:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop15h 59m

$541

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

lun. 5/4

6:40 pm-11:35 am

1 stop17h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

lun. 5/11

2:22 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 37m

$544

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

sáb. 5/16

6:30 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 5/17

2:00 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$545

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

sáb. 2/7

6:15 am-6:55 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$285

BirminghamSan José

BHM - SJO

BHMSJO

Birmingham

sáb. 2/7

6:39 pm-12:43 pm

1 stop18h 04m

$322

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Compare providers for flights from Birmingham to San José

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Birmingham to San José in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-San José flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Birmingham, Alabama-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Birmingham, Alabama-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Birmingham, Alabama-San José flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Birmingham, Alabama-San José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Birmingham to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Birmingham with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Birmingham to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San José?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Birmingham to San José. Price data was last updated on January 16, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San José, you should look to book at least 28 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San José?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San José (average of $241). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to San José in June 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 San José. Reviews last updated enero 18, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Birmingham to San José 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,261 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,261 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,261 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,075 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,261 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,174 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,261 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,155 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,261 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,340 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,261 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Birmingham to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San José?

    United Airlines and American Airlines can get you from Birmingham, Alabama to San José in just under 15h. Your travel time can differ by up to 09m. Birmingham, Alabama and San José are separated by a distance of 1635 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Birmingham, Alabama to San José round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Birmingham, Alabama to San José round-trip from $237. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $450, and American Airlines, from $485. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 61% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Birmingham to San José that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Birmingham to San José?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Birmingham to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Birmingham to San José 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 San José?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Birmingham, Alabama to San José (average of $241). Flying from Birmingham, Alabama to San José in June 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 5 airlines flying from Birmingham to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Birmingham to San José. 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 enero 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$237Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$450Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$485Average$665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$499Average$677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$528Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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