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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica from $382

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American Airlines Logo
5:19 am - 9:55 pm
DSM
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SJO
17h 36m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:10 am - 11:26 pm
SJO
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DSM
15h 16m2 stops
$402American Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22
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5:19 am - 1:09 pm
DSM
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SJO
8h 50m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
2:35 pm - 12:14 pm
SJO
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DSM
20h 39m1 stop
$406American Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 22
United Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 8:39 pm
DSM
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SJO
12h 29m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 10:30 pm
SJO
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DSM
13h 45m1 stop
$418United Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 28
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 8:39 pm
DSM
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SJO
12h 39m2 stops
United Airlines Logo
6:30 am - 9:50 pm
SJO
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DSM
15h 20m2 stops
$422United Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Wed, Jan 28
American Airlines Logo
11:42 am - 10:30 pm
DSM
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SJO
10h 48m1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 5:51 pm
SJO
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DSM
10h 51m1 stop
$438American Airlines
Fri, Feb 6 - Sat, Feb 14
American Airlines Logo
7:43 am - 9:02 pm
DSM
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SJO
13h 19m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
12:31 am - 5:51 pm
SJO
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DSM
17h 20m2 stops
$442American Airlines
Fri, Feb 6 - Fri, Feb 13
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:58 pm - 11:37 am
DSM
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SJO
17h 39m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:31 pm - 10:06 pm
SJO
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DSM
8h 35m1 stop
$472Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Thu, Apr 30
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:58 pm - 11:37 am
DSM
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SJO
17h 39m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:31 pm - 10:42 pm
SJO
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DSM
33h 11m2 stops
$475Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Thu, Apr 30
American Airlines Logo
7:45 pm - 2:04 pm
DSM
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SJO
18h 19m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 10:47 am
SJO
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DSM
18h 52m2 stops
$476American Airlines
Mon, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 24
American Airlines Logo
7:25 pm - 12:23 pm
DSM
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SJO
16h 58m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
3:04 pm - 10:47 am
SJO
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DSM
19h 43m1 stop
$486American Airlines
Mon, Feb 16 - Tue, Feb 24

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica

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American Airlines
Apr 15
DSM5:19 amDes Moines
17h 36m
1 stop
SJO9:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 22
SJO7:10 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 16m
2 stops
DSM11:26 pmDes Moines
$402
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American Airlines
Apr 15
DSM5:19 amDes Moines
8h 50m
1 stop
SJO1:09 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 22
SJO2:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
20h 39m
1 stop
DSM12:14 pmDes Moines
$406
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American Airlines
Feb 6
DSM11:42 amDes Moines
10h 48m
1 stop
SJO10:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 14
SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 51m
1 stop
DSM5:51 pmDes Moines
$438
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Delta flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica

Our best Delta deals on Des Moines to Costa Rica flight tickets
Delta
Feb 16
DSM11:28 amDes Moines
10h 34m
1 stop
SJO10:02 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 24
SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 28m
1 stop
DSM10:28 pmDes Moines
$517
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Delta
Dec 19
DSM5:34 amDes Moines
7h 32m
1 stop
SJO1:06 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 17
SJO7:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 29m
1 stop
DSM10:29 pmDes Moines
$766
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Delta
Dec 31
DSM5:35 amDes Moines
7h 15m
1 stop
LIR12:50 pmLiberia
Jan 7
LIR2:05 pmLiberia
8h 24m
1 stop
DSM10:29 pmDes Moines
$827
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
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Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

5:19 am-9:55 pm

1 stop17h 36m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

7:10 am-11:26 pm

2 stops15h 16m

$402

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Wed 4/15

5:19 am-1:09 pm

1 stop8h 50m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/22

2:35 pm-12:14 pm

1 stop20h 39m

$406

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Fri 1/23

8:10 am-8:39 pm

1 stop12h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

8:45 am-10:30 pm

1 stop13h 45m

$418

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Fri 1/23

8:00 am-8:39 pm

2 stops12h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/28

6:30 am-9:50 pm

2 stops15h 20m

$422

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Fri 2/6

11:42 am-10:30 pm

1 stop10h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/14

7:00 am-5:51 pm

1 stop10h 51m

$438

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Fri 2/6

7:43 am-9:02 pm

2 stops13h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

12:31 am-5:51 pm

2 stops17h 20m

$442

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

5:58 pm-11:37 am

1 stop17h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/30

12:31 pm-10:06 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$472

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sat 1/10

5:58 pm-11:37 am

1 stop17h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 4/30

12:31 pm-10:42 pm

2 stops33h 11m

$475

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

7:45 pm-2:04 pm

2 stops18h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/24

3:55 pm-10:47 am

2 stops18h 52m

$476

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Mon 2/16

7:25 pm-12:23 pm

2 stops16h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/24

3:04 pm-10:47 am

1 stop19h 43m

$486

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica?

The cheapest month to fly to Costa Rica from Des Moines is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $572, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Costa Rica in August, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Des Moines to Costa Rica during November average around $601.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Costa Rica?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Costa Rica from Des Moines. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $517. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Saturday because tickets tend to average around $762. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Costa Rica.

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

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Des Moines to Costa Rica when you can find flight prices for as low as $589. Flying to Costa Rica in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Costa Rica are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $736. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Costa Rica?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Costa Rica from Des Moines when booking week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Costa Rica for around $682 when searching week out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Costa Rica from Des Moines for as low as $400 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time

7h 15m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Costa Rica takes 7h 15m
There are no direct flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica. There are no popular flight routes from Des Moines to Costa Rica.
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Costa Rica?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Des Moines Airport to Costa Rica.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Costa Rica?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Costa Rica can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Costa Rica. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Costa Rica

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DeltaPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,005 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $489Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,054 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $548Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,091 reviews
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