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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica from $294

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5:49 pm - 3:13 pmDSM-SJO
22h 24m2 stops
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11:37 am - 4:59 pmSJO-DSM
28h 22m3 stops
$396
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Sun, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 10
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7:30 am - 1:54 pmDSM-SJO
31h 24m2 stops
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12:35 pm - 9:51 amSJO-DSM
20h 16m1 stop
$411
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Wed, Oct 8 - Wed, Oct 15
American Airlines Logo
6:48 am - 8:49 pmDSM-SJO
14h 01m2 stops
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12:34 am - 10:47 amSJO-DSM
10h 13m1 stop
$530American Airlines
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Tue, Dec 16 - Mon, Dec 22
American Airlines Logo
7:09 am - 2:25 pmDSM-SJO
7h 16m1 stop
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8:05 am - 10:25 pmSJO-DSM
14h 20m1 stop
$546American Airlines
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Fri, Jan 16 - Fri, Jan 23
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 6:55 pmDSM-SJO
13h 25m2 stops
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8:50 am - 10:20 pmSJO-DSM
12h 30m2 stops
$552Southwest
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Wed, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 23
Delta Logo
5:50 am - 12:45 pmDSM-LIR
6h 55m1 stop
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2:15 pm - 10:28 pmLIR-DSM
8h 13m1 stop
$555Delta
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Sun, Jan 4 - Thu, Jan 15
Delta Logo
10:21 am - 12:45 pmDSM-LIR
26h 24m2 stops
Delta Logo
2:15 pm - 10:28 pmLIR-DSM
8h 13m1 stop
$559Delta
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Sun, Jan 4 - Thu, Jan 15
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 8:30 pmDSM-SJO
14h 15m2 stops
Southwest Logo
9:00 am - 11:55 pmSJO-DSM
14h 55m2 stops
$572Southwest
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Mon, Dec 15 - Sat, Dec 20
United Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 6:37 pmDSM-LIR
12h 32m1 stop
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2:20 pm - 10:30 amLIR-DSM
20h 10m2 stops
$579United Airlines
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Sun, Nov 9 - Sat, Nov 15
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8:15 am - 8:39 pmDSM-SJO
12h 24m1 stop
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7:30 am - 4:12 pmSJO-DSM
8h 42m1 stop
$593United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Sat, Dec 13

American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Costa Rica flight tickets
American Airlines
Dec 16
DSM6:48 amDes Moines
14h 01m
2 stops
SJO8:49 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 22
SJO12:34 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 13m
1 stop
DSM10:47 amDes Moines
$530
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American Airlines
Jan 16
DSM7:09 amDes Moines
7h 16m
1 stop
SJO2:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 23
SJO8:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 20m
1 stop
DSM10:25 pmDes Moines
$546
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American Airlines
Jan 16
DSM7:06 amDes Moines
12h 34m
2 stops
SJO7:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 23
SJO8:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 47m
2 stops
DSM9:52 pmDes Moines
$550
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Southwest flights from Des Moines to Costa Rica

Our best Southwest deals on Des Moines to Costa Rica flight tickets
Southwest
Sep 17
DSM6:30 amDes Moines
13h 25m
2 stops
SJO6:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 23
SJO8:50 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 30m
2 stops
DSM10:20 pmDes Moines
$552
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Southwest
Dec 15
DSM6:15 amDes Moines
14h 15m
2 stops
SJO8:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 20
SJO9:00 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
14h 55m
2 stops
DSM11:55 pmDes Moines
$572
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Southwest
Dec 15
DSM6:15 amDes Moines
14h 15m
2 stops
SJO8:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Dec 20
SJO2:40 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 40m
1 stop
DSM1:20 amDes Moines
$607
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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 August 26, 2025.
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Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sun 9/7

5:49 pm-3:13 pm

2 stops22h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/10

11:37 am-4:59 pm

3 stops28h 22m

$396

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Wed 10/8

7:30 am-1:54 pm

2 stops31h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 10/15

12:35 pm-9:51 am

1 stop20h 16m

$411

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Tue 12/16

6:48 am-8:49 pm

2 stops14h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 12/22

12:34 am-10:47 am

1 stop10h 13m

$530

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Fri 1/16

7:09 am-2:25 pm

1 stop7h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/23

8:05 am-10:25 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$546

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Wed 9/17

6:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops13h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/23

8:50 am-10:20 pm

2 stops12h 30m

$552

Des MoinesLiberia

DSM - LIR

DSMLIR

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

5:50 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Liberia

Thu 1/15

2:15 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$555

Des MoinesLiberia

DSM - LIR

DSMLIR

Des Moines

Sun 1/4

10:21 am-12:45 pm

2 stops26h 24m

Liberia

Thu 1/15

2:15 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$559

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Mon 12/15

6:15 am-8:30 pm

2 stops14h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/20

9:00 am-11:55 pm

2 stops14h 55m

$572

Des MoinesLiberia

DSM - LIR

DSMLIR

Des Moines

Sun 11/9

6:05 am-6:37 pm

1 stop12h 32m

Liberia

Sat 11/15

2:20 pm-10:30 am

2 stops20h 10m

$579

Des MoinesSan José

DSM - SJO

DSMSJO

Des Moines

Sat 12/6

8:15 am-8:39 pm

1 stop12h 24m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/13

7:30 am-4:12 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$593

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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 $581, 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 $581.

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 $691 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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    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
7,979 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $525Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,943 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $525Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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