$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 10 — Feb 171
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 January 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $506 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $285 (Avianca) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $536 |
Find flight deals from Birmingham to San José
Cheapest flights from Birmingham to San JoséExplore 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 January 11, 2026.
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 January 11, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Wed 4/16:30 amBHM - SJO
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/77:55 amSJO - BHM
1 stop7h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/10![United Airlines logo]()
$506
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 4/712:00 pmBHM - SJO
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Tue 4/149:00 amSJO - BHM
1 stop10h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 1/10![Southwest logo]()
$508
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 4/18:48 amBHM - SJO
2 stops11h 24mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/76:30 amSJO - BHM
1 stop16h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/10![American Airlines logo]()
$511
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 11/15:52 amBHM - SJO
1 stop6h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/87:00 amSJO - BHM
1 stop16h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/10![American Airlines logo]()
$529
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 4/254:42 pmBHM - SJO
1 stop19h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/212:12 pmSJO - BHM
1 stop10h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/11![American Airlines logo]()
$532
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 6/196:35 amBHM - SJO
1 stop17h 00mAmerican Airlines
Thu 6/252:03 pmSJO - BHM
1 stop16h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/11![American Airlines logo]()
$554
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Fri 6/196:50 amBHM - SJO
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Thu 6/258:45 amSJO - BHM
2 stops14h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 1/11![Southwest logo]()
$635
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Sun 11/15:52 amBHM - SJO
1 stop6h 30mGOL
Sun 11/82:39 pmSJO - BHM
2 stops16h 57mGOL
Deal found 1/10![GOL logo]()
$640
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Birmingham to San José that are best for you.
Fly from
Birmingham
Fly to
San José
Route
Depart
Return
Price
BirminghamSan José
BHM - SJO
BHMSJO
Birmingham
Wed 4/1
6:30 am-12:21 pm
1 stop6h 51m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 4/7
7:55 am-4:14 pm
1 stop7h 19m
$506
BirminghamSan José
BHM - SJO
BHMSJO
Birmingham
Tue 4/7
12:00 pm-7:00 pm
1 stop8h 00m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 4/14
9:00 am-8:15 pm
1 stop10h 15m
$508
BirminghamSan José
BHM - SJO
BHMSJO
Birmingham
Wed 4/1
8:48 am-7:12 pm
2 stops11h 24m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 4/7
6:30 am-11:59 pm
1 stop16h 29m
$511
BirminghamSan José
BHM - SJO
BHMSJO
Birmingham
Sat 4/25
4:42 pm-11:25 am
1 stop19h 43m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 5/2
2:22 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop8h 37m
$532
BirminghamSan José
BHM - SJO
BHMSJO
Birmingham
Fri 6/19
6:35 am-10:35 pm
1 stop17h 00m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 6/25
2:03 pm-7:37 am
1 stop16h 34m
$554
BirminghamSan José
BHM - SJO
BHMSJO
Birmingham
Fri 6/19
6:50 am-12:45 pm
1 stop6h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 6/25
8:45 am-11:45 pm
2 stops14h 00m
$635
BirminghamSan José
BHM - SJO
BHMSJO
Birmingham
Sat 2/7
6:15 am-6:55 pm
2 stops12h 40m
$285
BirminghamSan José
BHM - SJO
BHMSJO
Birmingham
Sat 2/7
6:39 pm-1:54 pm
1 stop19h 15m
$312
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.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars |
- 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.
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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 9, 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 $240). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Birmingham, Alabama to San José?
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 January 11, 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.
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
Entertainment
7.5
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreThomas,Dec 2025
SEA - DEN
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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 January 11, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$237 | Average$383 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$468 | Average$634 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$485 | Average$665 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$499 | Average$677 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$528 | Average$663 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |