What is the cheapest airline that flies from Costa Rica to Iowa?

American Airlines and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Costa Rica to Iowa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Costa Rica to Iowa?

Prices for flights from Costa Rica to Iowa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Costa Rica to Iowa?

As of June 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Costa Rica to Iowa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Costa Rica to Iowa?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Costa Rica to Iowa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Iowa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iowa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:40 am - 8:39 pm

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CID

12h 59m

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6:33 pm - 12:21 pm

CID

SJO

18h 48m

2 stops

$620United Airlines

Sun, Jul 26 - Sun, Aug 2

1:25 pm - 1:54 pm

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CID

23h 29m

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3:00 pm - 11:38 am

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21h 38m

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$623United Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31

2:11 pm - 11:35 am

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20h 24m

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1:28 pm - 2:06 pm

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24h 38m

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$635American Airlines

Mon, Jul 20 - Sun, Dec 13

2:11 pm - 11:35 am

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20h 24m

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7:25 pm - 2:06 pm

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18h 41m

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$636American Airlines

Mon, Jul 20 - Sun, Dec 13

2:11 pm - 11:35 am

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18h 41m

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$638American Airlines

Mon, Jul 20 - Sun, Dec 13

2:11 pm - 11:35 am

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$639American Airlines

Mon, Jul 20 - Sun, Dec 13

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18h 41m

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$640American Airlines

Mon, Jul 20 - Sun, Dec 13

9:00 am - 9:55 pm

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5:30 am - 6:00 pm

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13h 30m

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$686Southwest

Wed, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 22

9:00 am - 9:55 pm

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11h 55m

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7:15 am - 6:40 pm

DSM

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12h 25m

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$728Southwest

Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18

1:14 pm - 10:37 pm

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8h 23m

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5:40 am - 11:49 am

DSM

SJO

7h 09m

1 stop

$762Delta

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24

Southwest flights from Costa Rica to Iowa

Our best Southwest deals on Costa Rica to Iowa flight tickets

Southwest

Aug 19

SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 55m

2 stops

DSM9:55 pmDes Moines

Aug 22

DSM5:30 amDes Moines

13h 30m

2 stops

SJO6:00 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$686

Southwest

Aug 11

SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 55m

2 stops

DSM9:55 pmDes Moines

Aug 18

DSM7:15 amDes Moines

12h 25m

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SJO6:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$728

Southwest

Jun 10

SJO8:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 00m

2 stops

DSM10:45 pmDes Moines

Jun 25

DSM5:10 amDes Moines

15h 30m

2 stops

SJO7:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$865

JetBlue flights from Costa Rica to Iowa

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JetBlue

Jul 24

SJO1:16 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 47m

1 stop

CID10:03 pmCedar Rapids

Aug 2

CID5:50 amCedar Rapids

7h 01m

1 stop

SJO11:51 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$714

JetBlue

Jul 26

SJO1:16 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

7h 47m

1 stop

CID10:03 pmCedar Rapids

Aug 2

CID5:50 amCedar Rapids

7h 01m

1 stop

SJO11:51 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$760

JetBlue

Aug 11

SJO1:14 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

8h 23m

1 stop

DSM10:37 pmDes Moines

Aug 18

DSM5:40 amDes Moines

7h 09m

1 stop

SJO11:49 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$815

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Sun 7/26

6:40 am-8:39 pm

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Sun 8/2

6:33 pm-12:21 pm

2 stops18h 48m

$620

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/27

1:25 pm-1:54 pm

2 stops23h 29m

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Mon 8/31

3:00 pm-11:38 am

2 stops21h 38m

$623

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/20

2:11 pm-11:35 am

1 stop20h 24m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 12/13

1:28 pm-2:06 pm

1 stop24h 38m

$635

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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2:11 pm-11:35 am

1 stop20h 24m

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Sun 12/13

7:25 pm-2:06 pm

1 stop18h 41m

$636

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

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2:11 pm-11:35 am

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7:25 pm-2:06 pm

1 stop18h 41m

$638

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SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/20

2:11 pm-11:35 am

1 stop20h 24m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 12/13

7:25 pm-2:06 pm

1 stop18h 41m

$639

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SJOCID

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 7/20

2:11 pm-11:35 am

1 stop20h 24m

Cedar Rapids

Sun 12/13

7:25 pm-2:06 pm

1 stop18h 41m

$640

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

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San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/19

9:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops11h 55m

Des Moines

Sat 8/22

5:30 am-6:00 pm

2 stops13h 30m

$686

San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 8/11

9:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops11h 55m

Des Moines

Tue 8/18

7:15 am-6:40 pm

2 stops12h 25m

$728

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San JoséDes Moines

SJO - DSM

SJODSM

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 8/17

1:14 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop8h 23m

Des Moines

Mon 8/24

5:40 am-11:49 am

1 stop7h 09m

$762

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Fastest flight time	8h 15m
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The fastest flight from Costa Rica to Iowa takes 8h 15m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Costa Rica to Iowa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Costa Rica to Iowa?
Prices for flights from Costa Rica to Iowa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Costa Rica to Iowa?
As of June 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Costa Rica to Iowa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Costa Rica to Iowa?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Costa Rica to Iowa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Iowa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Iowa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Iowa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Costa Rica to Iowa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $529	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,648 reviews		Search American Airlines flights

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