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$270+ Cheap flights from Buffalo (BUF) to Costa Rica

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BUF — SJO
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$270
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December

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September

Average price

$606
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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 February 22, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Tue 3/1811:24 amBUF - SJO
1 stop25h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/2512:50 amSJO - BUF
2 stops15h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$270
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/266:00 amBUF - SJO
2 stops14h 39mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/26:05 amSJO - BUF
2 stops14h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$381
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Sat 5/106:00 amBUF - SJO
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Sat 5/241:11 pmSJO - BUF
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Deal found 2/21$408
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/186:00 amBUF - SJO
1 stop7h 05mJetBlue
Tue 3/2510:59 pmSJO - BUF
1 stop11h 36mJetBlue
Deal found 2/20$409
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/186:00 amBUF - LIR
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Tue 3/251:06 pmLIR - BUF
1 stop9h 01mDelta
Deal found 2/21$467
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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 3/185:52 pmBUF - SJO
2 stops20h 25mUnited Airlines
Thu 3/275:30 amSJO - BUF
2 stops15h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/22$490
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/246:00 amBUF - SJO
2 stops17h 06mCopa Airlines
Wed 3/53:06 pmSJO - BUF
2 stops17h 46mCopa Airlines
Deal found 2/21$526
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 12/176:19 amBUF - LIR
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/241:21 pmLIR - BUF
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$572
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 4/185:51 pmBUF - LIR
2 stops22h 32mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/253:25 pmLIR - BUF
2 stops27h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$661
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/256:00 amBUF - SJO
2 stops27h 35mAvianca
Mon 3/311:55 amSJO - BUF
2 stops14h 52mAvianca
Deal found 2/21$914
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/17:55 pmBUF - LIR
2 stops18h 35mSouthwest
Sat 3/812:45 pmLIR - BUF
1 stop10h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 2/21$1,269

Find flights from Buffalo to Costa Rica within your budget

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 February 22, 2025.

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Buffalo

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Costa Rica

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Return

Price

BuffaloSan José

BUF - SJO

BUFSJO

Buffalo

Tue 3/18

11:24 am-10:25 am

1 stop25h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/25

12:50 am-6:13 pm

2 stops15h 23m

$270

BuffaloSan José

BUF - SJO

BUFSJO

Buffalo

Wed 3/26

6:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop9h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/2

8:15 am-10:46 pm

2 stops12h 31m

$381

BuffaloSan José

BUF - SJO

BUFSJO

Buffalo

Thu 4/3

6:00 am-12:36 pm

1 stop8h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 4/7

11:34 pm-9:54 am

1 stop8h 20m

$401

BuffaloSan José

BUF - SJO

BUFSJO

Buffalo

Mon 3/17

6:00 am-9:24 pm

2 stops17h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/27

1:21 pm-12:07 am

1 stop8h 46m

$421

BuffaloLiberia

BUF - LIR

BUFLIR

Buffalo

Tue 3/18

6:00 am-11:41 am

1 stop7h 41m

Liberia

Tue 3/25

1:06 pm-12:07 am

1 stop9h 01m

$467

BuffaloSan José

BUF - SJO

BUFSJO

Buffalo

Sat 5/10

5:57 pm-7:37 pm

2 stops27h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/24

1:00 pm-9:43 am

2 stops18h 43m

$499

BuffaloSan José

BUF - SJO

BUFSJO

Buffalo

Tue 3/25

6:00 am-10:05 pm

2 stops18h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/31

5:51 pm-9:11 pm

2 stops25h 20m

$526

BuffaloLiberia

BUF - LIR

BUFLIR

Buffalo

Tue 7/22

7:09 am-2:45 pm

1 stop9h 36m

Liberia

Fri 7/25

2:30 pm-10:49 am

2 stops18h 19m

$634

BuffaloLiberia

BUF - LIR

BUFLIR

Buffalo

Fri 4/18

5:51 pm-2:23 pm

2 stops22h 32m

Liberia

Fri 4/25

3:25 pm-9:11 pm

2 stops27h 46m

$661

BuffaloSan José

BUF - SJO

BUFSJO

Buffalo

Tue 3/25

6:00 am-7:35 am

2 stops27h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/31

1:55 am-6:47 pm

2 stops14h 52m

$914

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Deals found on 2/21

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Travel insights for flights from Buffalo to Costa Rica

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Buffalo to Costa Rica including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Buffalo 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 BUF to CR?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 February 22, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Buffalo 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 February 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Copa Airlines and JetBlue from Buffalo to Costa Rica. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,212 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,212 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,212 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Copa Airlines
7.6
Good
1,502 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,212 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,068 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,212 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,759 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,212 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,212 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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.

  • 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.

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  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Costa Rica (average of $398). Flying from Buffalo 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 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 February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$364Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$384Average$659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$395Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$470Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$478Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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