How long is the flight from Costa Rica to Michigan?

The flight from Costa Rica to Michigan depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from San José (a popular airport in Costa Rica) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (the most popular airport in Michigan), then the flight time is 7h 53m on average. If you fly from Liberia (another popular airport in Costa Rica) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, then the average flight time is 15h 59m.

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

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Air Canada are the most popular carriers operating from Costa Rica to Michigan

How many flights depart from Costa Rica to Michigan on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 40 flights per week flying from Costa Rica to Michigan. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sat, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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

As of December 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Costa Rica to Michigan.

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

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 Michigan.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Michigan 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 Michigan. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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12:33 pm - 11:47 pm

SJO

ORD

11h 14m2 stops

8:43 pm - 12:22 pm

ORD

SJO

15h 39m1 stop

$266Spirit Airlines

Tue, Feb 3 - Fri, Feb 6

1:30 pm - 11:47 pm

SJO

ORD

10h 17m1 stop

9:00 am - 11:40 am

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SJO

26h 40m2 stops

$267Spirit Airlines

Fri, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 14

1:30 pm - 10:05 am

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DTW

19h 35m1 stop

1:43 pm - 12:22 pm

DTW

SJO

23h 39m1 stop

$270Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 2 - Sun, Feb 8

12:33 pm - 10:54 am

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21h 21m1 stop

1:43 pm - 11:37 am

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SJO

22h 54m2 stops

$273Multiple Airlines

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12:35 pm - 1:20 pm

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MBS

23h 45m2 stops

6:10 pm - 1:15 pm

MBS

SJO

20h 05m2 stops

$325United Airlines

Thu, Feb 26 - Mon, Mar 2

12:35 pm - 8:00 pm

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MBS

30h 25m2 stops

6:10 pm - 1:15 pm

MBS

SJO

20h 05m2 stops

$331United Airlines

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7:00 am - 5:29 pm

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MDW

10h 29m1 stop

9:34 am - 10:02 pm

MDW

SJO

12h 28m2 stops

$346Delta

Thu, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 22

2:45 pm - 5:35 pm

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DTW

24h 50m1 stop

6:15 pm - 1:40 pm

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LIR

21h 25m1 stop

$368Air Canada

Thu, Mar 26 - Mon, Mar 30

2:31 pm - 10:22 pm

SJO

MDW

7h 51m1 stop

12:45 pm - 10:02 pm

MDW

SJO

9h 17m1 stop

$373Delta

Wed, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 18

2:45 pm - 5:35 pm

LIR

DTW

24h 50m1 stop

6:15 pm - 2:15 pm

DTW

LIR

22h 00m1 stop

$386Air Canada

Wed, Mar 25 - Sun, Mar 29

Spirit Airlines flights from Costa Rica to Michigan

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Spirit Airlines

Feb 3

SJO12:33 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

11h 14m

2 stops

ORD11:47 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 6

ORD8:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

15h 39m

1 stop

SJO12:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$266

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Spirit Airlines

Feb 6

SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

10h 17m

1 stop

ORD11:47 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 14

ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 40m

2 stops

SJO11:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$267

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Feb 20

SJO12:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

19h 19m

2 stops

ORD7:54 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 26

ORD9:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

26h 40m

2 stops

SJO11:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$269

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Volaris

Jan 30

SJO2:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 46m

1 stop

ORD4:36 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Mar 1

ORD12:59 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 08m

1 stop

SJO12:07 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$294

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Feb 11

SJO2:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

13h 46m

1 stop

ORD4:36 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Feb 18

ORD11:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

13h 52m

1 stop

SJO1:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl

$313

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San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/3

12:33 pm-11:47 pm

2 stops11h 14m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/6

8:43 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop15h 39m

$266

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/6

1:30 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop10h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 2/14

9:00 am-11:40 am

2 stops26h 40m

$267

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

1:30 pm-10:05 am

1 stop19h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/8

1:43 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop23h 39m

$270

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

12:33 pm-10:54 am

1 stop21h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/8

1:43 pm-11:37 am

2 stops22h 54m

$273

San JoséBay City

SJO - MBS

SJOMBS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

12:35 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Bay City MBS Intl

Mon 3/2

6:10 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops20h 05m

$325

San JoséBay City

SJO - MBS

SJOMBS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/26

12:35 pm-8:00 pm

2 stops30h 25m

Bay City MBS Intl

Mon 3/2

6:10 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops20h 05m

$331

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/5

7:00 am-5:29 pm

1 stop10h 29m

Chicago Midway

Sun 2/22

9:34 am-10:02 pm

2 stops12h 28m

$346

LiberiaDetroit

LIR - DTW

LIRDTW

Liberia

Thu 3/26

2:45 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/30

6:15 pm-1:40 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$368

San JoséChicago

SJO - MDW

SJOMDW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

2:31 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/18

12:45 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$373

LiberiaDetroit

LIR - DTW

LIRDTW

Liberia

Wed 3/25

2:45 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/29

6:15 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$386

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Michigan?

If you aren’t able to travel to Michigan during the month of November, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $320.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Michigan?

The cheapest day to depart from Costa Rica to Michigan is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $388. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $653. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Michigan.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Michigan?

The cheapest time of day to fly to Michigan is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $432. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Michigan, so prices are often more expensive at around $454 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Michigan?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Michigan from Costa Rica when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Michigan for around $392 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Michigan from Costa Rica for as low as $303 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Costa Rica to Michigan flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Costa Rica to Michigan flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Costa Rica to Michigan flights?

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a Costa Rica to Michigan flight.

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Fastest flight time	5h 19m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in Michigan	115 airports

The fastest flight from Costa Rica to Michigan takes 5h 19m

Direct flights go from Costa Rica to Michigan on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 115 airports in Michigan. From Costa Rica there are direct flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Costa Rica to Michigan?
Prices for flights from Costa Rica to Michigan are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Costa Rica to Michigan?
As of December 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Costa Rica to Michigan.
How old do you have to be to fly from Costa Rica to Michigan?
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 Michigan.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Michigan?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Michigan 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 Michigan. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Costa Rica to Michigan?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Costa Rica to Michigan is Boeing 737-900, representing 66.67% of all bookings. The subsequent popular model is Airbus A319 at 33.33%.

Best airlines flying from Costa Rica to Michigan

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $286	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,193 reviews		Search Spirit Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $573	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,102 reviews		Search United Airlines flights

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