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$140+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY (ALB) to Costa Rica

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ALB — SJO
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
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Cheap flight deals from Albany to Costa Rica

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Albany to Costa Rica flight deals. Data was last updated April 4, 2025.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$313
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$140
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$634
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Cheapest flights from Albany to Costa Rica
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Costa Rica. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Sun 5/45:25 amALB - SJO
1 stop18h 39mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/92:10 pmSJO - ALB
1 stop8h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/4$313
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/96:20 amALB - SJO
1 stop7h 35mJetBlue
Wed 7/1612:55 pmSJO - ALB
1 stop7h 57mJetBlue
Deal found 4/3$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/95:34 pmALB - LIR
2 stops19h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/162:05 pmLIR - ALB
2 stops18h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$325
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 5/35:25 amALB - SJO
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Fri 5/98:45 amSJO - ALB
1 stop11h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/4$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/286:00 amALB - SJO
1 stop7h 48mDelta
Wed 9/101:18 pmSJO - ALB
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Deal found 4/3$416
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/242:24 pmALB - SJO
3 stops23h 09mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/3111:32 amSJO - ALB
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4$438
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/291:10 pmALB - SJO
2 stops23h 01mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/37:55 amSJO - ALB
2 stops29h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$446
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:00 amALB - LIR
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Tue 9/161:12 pmLIR - ALB
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Deal found 4/3$493
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/27:36 pmALB - LIR
2 stops16h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/911:05 amLIR - ALB
2 stops26h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$599

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany 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 April 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Costa Rica that are best for you.

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Albany

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AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Sun 5/4

5:25 am-10:04 pm

1 stop18h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/9

2:10 pm-12:58 am

1 stop8h 48m

$313

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Wed 7/9

6:20 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 7/15

12:55 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$318

AlbanyLiberia

ALB - LIR

ALBLIR

Albany Intl

Tue 9/9

5:34 pm-11:15 am

2 stops19h 41m

Liberia

Tue 9/16

2:05 pm-10:49 am

2 stops18h 44m

$325

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Sat 5/3

5:25 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 5/9

8:45 am-10:05 pm

1 stop11h 20m

$333

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Thu 8/28

6:00 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

1:18 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$416

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Sat 5/24

2:24 pm-11:33 am

3 stops23h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/31

11:32 am-8:47 am

1 stop19h 15m

$438

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Tue 7/29

1:10 pm-10:11 am

2 stops23h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 8/3

7:55 am-3:09 pm

2 stops29h 14m

$446

AlbanyLiberia

ALB - LIR

ALBLIR

Albany Intl

Tue 9/9

6:00 am-11:47 am

1 stop7h 47m

Liberia

Tue 9/16

1:12 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$493

AlbanyLiberia

ALB - LIR

ALBLIR

Albany Intl

Wed 7/2

7:36 pm-10:00 am

2 stops16h 24m

Liberia

Wed 7/9

11:05 am-3:09 pm

2 stops26h 04m

$599

AlbanySan José

ALB - SJO

ALBSJO

Albany Intl

Mon 5/12

5:00 am-10:17 pm

1 stop19h 17m

$140

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Best time to book a flight from Albany to Costa Rica

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Albany to Costa Rica

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Albany, New York to Costa Rica?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Albany, New York to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ALB to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to Costa Rica. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Albany, New York to Costa Rica as you normally would.

Rainfall in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Costa Rica ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Costa Rica when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Costa Rica by month

Plan your trip to Costa Rica by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Costa Rica, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

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 April 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Albany to Costa Rica by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,618 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,920 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,276 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Albany to Costa Rica, you will be flying from Albany Intl. Albany Intl (ALB) is just 7.4 mi from the center of the city.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany 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 Albany, New York to Costa Rica?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Albany, New York to Costa Rica in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 Albany to Costa Rica

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Albany 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 April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$314Average$666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$377Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$402Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$471Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$490Average$839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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